As a pharmacological approach to the treatment of anxiety disorders, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) correct serotonin imbalances by
A) depleting it at the synapse.
B) increasing the amount of time serotonin remains in the synapse.
C) decreasing the length of time serotonin lies dormant in the synaptic region.
D) increasing the volume available for reuptake.
Question 2Both chemical and electrical messages form the basis for communication in the nervous system.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 3Dorthea Dix's efforts toward moral treatment of the mentally ill in the U.S. led to the building of asylums. Unfortunately, this movement also had a negative impact on mentally ill persons.
Identify the negative outcomes associated with this movement.
What will be an ideal response?
Question 4Aisha's mother tends to hover over her whenever she complains of not feeling well. Typically, she puts Aisha to bed, reads her a story, and spends the day bringing the child her favorite foods.
From a behavioral perspective, Aisha's mother may be increasing the child's risk of developing a somatic symptom disorder because she is
A) negatively reinforcing complaints about physical health.
B) classically conditioning avoidance behavior.
C) punishing appropriate physical health complaints.
D) reinforcing somatizing behaviors.
Question 5Which of the following is TRUE of the course of anorexia nervosa as a disorder?
A) It usually develops during early adolescence and tends to be short-lived.
B) It may often include periods of relapse and remission.
C) It rarely includes a crossover into bulimia nervosa.
D) It does not have long-term health consequences for the patient.
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