A classic symptom of PTSD is re-experiencing. Explain how this symptom presents itself in the disorder.
What will be an ideal response?
Question 2When a patient's symptoms include a pervasive pattern of unstable interpersonal relationships, self-image, affect, and impulsivity, they most likely have ____________ personality disorder.
A) antisocial
B) narcissistic
C) borderline
D) histrionic
Question 3Researchers from a Danish study discussed in your text videotaped children ages 11 to 13 while they were eating lunch at school.
The children's behavior was rated in several categories, including sociability, involuntary movement, and general neuromotor signs. When compared with people who either had a different psychiatric disorder or no disorder at all, researchers found that adults who developed schizophrenia
A) had significantly less abnormal movements in childhood.
B) had disruptive behavioral outbursts as children.
C) were significantly less sociable as children.
D) showed abnormal cognitive functioning in childhood.
Question 4From a practical standpoint, accurate diagnoses direct the psychologist toward
A) appropriate treatment modalities.
B) understanding the physiological roots of all disorders.
C) a deeper understanding of stressors precipitating the disorder.
D) the best way to avoid malpractice charges.
Question 5The rarity of somatic symptom disorders limits our understanding of the role sex, ethnicity, and race play in their etiology.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 6Overall, research indicates that the most effective approach in the treatment of anorexia nervosa is
A) use of a multidisciplinary team.
B) nutritional counseling.
C) family systems counseling.
D) behavior modification.
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