Anxiety Disorders: Types, Symptoms, and Treatment

Question 1

Panic disorder is characterized by sudden, unexpected panic attacks. Which of the following is a symptom of a panic attack experienced by individuals with panic disorder?

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Sudden episodes of intense fear or discomfort, accompanied by physical and psychological symptoms

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Persistent feelings of worry and anxiety about everyday events

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Intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors that interfere with daily life

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Avoidance of social situations due to intense fear of being judged or embarrassed

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT an anxiety disorder?

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Major depressive disorder

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Generalized anxiety disorder

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Panic disorder

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Social anxiety disorder

Question 3

Which symptom is NOT typically associated with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?

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Elevated mood and optimism

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Excessive worry and apprehension

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Restless or keyed-up feelings

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Difficulty concentrating

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT an anxiety disorder?

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Schizophrenia

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Generalized anxiety disorder

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Panic disorder

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Obsessive-compulsive disorder

Question 5

Which of the following is a defining symptom of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), characterized by excessive and uncontrollable worry about various life aspects?

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Persistent feelings of tension, unease, and apprehension

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Unpredictable episodes of intense fear with physical symptoms

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Repetitive thoughts and compulsive actions that disrupt daily life

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Avoidance of social situations due to excessive self-consciousness

Question 6

Which symptom is not associated with generalized anxiety disorder?

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Experiencing visual hallucinations

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Excessive and uncontrollable worry

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Persistent feelings of restlessness or being on edge

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Difficulty concentrating or mind-racing

Question 7

Which of the following is a common symptom of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)?

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Excessive and uncontrollable worry about various topics

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Sudden and unexpected panic attacks without apparent triggers

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Intense fear and avoidance of social situations

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Repetitive and intrusive thoughts that cause significant distress

Question 8

Which symptom is unique to panic disorder and not characteristic of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?

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Recurrent panic attacks

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Persistent and excessive worry

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Muscle tension or restlessness

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Difficulty concentrating

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of generalized anxiety disorder?

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Hallucinations

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Excessive worry

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Restlessness or feeling on edge

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Difficulty concentrating

Question 10

Which symptom is unique to panic disorder and not present in generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?

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Unexpected panic attacks

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Excessive and uncontrollable worry

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Difficulty sleeping

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Physical symptoms like sweating and heart palpitations

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?

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Experiencing vivid hallucinations or delusions

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Excessive, uncontrollable worry

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Difficulty concentrating or staying focused

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Muscle tension or feelings of restlessness

Question 12

Which symptom is characteristic of generalized anxiety disorder but not panic disorder?

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Excessive worry

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Difficulty sleeping

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Panic attacks

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Muscle tension

Question 13

What is the primary symptom of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?

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Excessive and uncontrollable worry about various topics, even without an apparent trigger

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Sudden and debilitating panic attacks with physical symptoms like chest pain and shortness of breath

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Intense fear or anxiety in social situations, leading to avoidance

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Repetitive thoughts (obsessions) and behaviors (compulsions) aimed at reducing anxiety

Question 14

According to the DSM-5, which of the following is NOT considered an anxiety disorder?

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

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Generalized anxiety disorder

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Panic disorder

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Obsessive-compulsive disorder

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?

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Auditory hallucinations and delusions

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Persistent worry and tension

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Physical symptoms like fatigue and muscle tension

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Difficulty concentrating and making decisions

Question 16

Which symptom is a hallmark of generalized anxiety disorder?

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Excessive and uncontrollable worry

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Intense fear triggered by specific situations

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Avoidance of social interactions due to self-consciousness

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Obsessive thoughts and repetitive behaviors

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?

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Visual or auditory hallucinations

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Excessive, uncontrollable worry

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Persistent muscle tension or agitation

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Difficulty concentrating or mind blanking

Question 18

Which symptom is not commonly associated with generalized anxiety disorder?

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Hallucinations

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Excessive worry and negative thoughts

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Muscle tension and restlessness

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Sleep disturbances

Question 19

Which symptom is not typically associated with generalized anxiety disorder?

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Auditory hallucinations

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Excessive and uncontrollable worry

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Physical manifestations such as muscle tension and headaches

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Cognitive difficulties such as impaired concentration

Question 20

What symptom uniquely distinguishes generalized anxiety disorder from other anxiety disorders?

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Excessive worry about various topics

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Frequent panic attacks

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Intense fear of social situations

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Repetitive thoughts or rituals

Question 21

Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?

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Persistent intrusive thoughts and repetitive, ritualistic behaviors

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Extreme worry and heightened fear

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Impaired social performance and intense self-consciousness

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Intrusive recollections and avoidance of trauma-related cues

Question 22

Which symptom is NOT typically associated with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?

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Experiences of feeling detached from oneself or reality

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Excessive worry and apprehension about various topics

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Persistent muscle tension or feeling on edge

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Racing thoughts or an inability to quiet the mind

Question 23

Which of the following conditions is primarily characterized by feelings of sadness and hopelessness rather than intense worry or fear?

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Major depressive disorder

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Generalized anxiety disorder

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Panic disorder

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Social anxiety disorder

Question 24

Which of the following is not classified as an anxiety disorder?

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Seasonal affective disorder

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Panic disorder

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Obsessive-compulsive disorder

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Social anxiety disorder

Question 25

What is a primary distinction between Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) and Panic Disorder based on their symptoms?

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GAD involves excessive worry, while Panic Disorder involves panic attacks.

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GAD causes physical symptoms like muscle tension, while Panic Disorder does not.

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Difficulty concentrating is more severe in GAD than Panic Disorder.

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GAD is chronic, while Panic Disorder is episodic.

Question 26

Which symptom is commonly experienced in generalized anxiety disorder?

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Persistent and excessive worry

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Visual and auditory hallucinations

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Feelings of detachment from one's own thoughts and body

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Fixed, irrational beliefs that are not based in reality

Question 27

What is a key symptom of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)?

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Excessive worry about many things, even when there's no reason to be worried.

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Intense fear of specific things or situations, leading to avoidance.

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Recurring unwanted thoughts and repetitive behaviors.

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Nightmares, flashbacks, and avoiding things related to a traumatic event.

Question 28

What is a defining characteristic of anxiety disorders?

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Persistent, uncontrollable fear or worry

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Occasional nervousness

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Intense fears of specific objects or situations

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Physical discomfort, such as sweating or heart palpitations

Question 29

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?

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Hallucinations

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Excessive worry

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Restlessness or feeling on edge

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Muscle tension

Question 30

Which symptom is NOT characteristic of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?

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Persistent irritability

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Excessive worry about various topics

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Physical symptoms like muscle tension and fatigue

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Difficulty concentrating

Question 31

Which of the following is a primary symptom of generalized anxiety disorder?

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Excessive worry and fear

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Hallucinations

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Delusions

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Disorganized speech

Question 32

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?

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Hallucinations

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Excessive worry

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Muscle tension

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Difficulty concentrating

Question 33

Which symptom is common to both generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) and panic disorder?

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Excessive worry

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Uncontrollable thoughts

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Phobic avoidance

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Compulsions to perform rituals

Question 34

Which of these is a risk factor for developing anxiety disorders, especially for those with a family history of the condition?

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High levels of stress

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Exposure to environmental toxins

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Advanced age

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Poor nutrition

Question 35

Which of the following is **not** a symptom of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?

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Depersonalization

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Excessive worry and fear

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Muscle tension

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Difficulty concentrating

Question 36

In obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), which of the following is an example of an obsession: persistent fear of contamination or excessive worry about social situations?

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Persistent fear of contamination

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Excessive worry about social situations

Question 37

What symptom uniquely distinguishes generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) from other anxiety disorders?

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Persistent, excessive worry about multiple topics or events

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Recurrent panic attacks triggered by specific situations

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Intense fear or avoidance of social interactions

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Obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors

Question 38

According to the DSM-5, which symptom is a defining characteristic of specific phobias?

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Intense fear of a specific object or situation

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Excessive worry about future events

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Repetitive thoughts and compulsions

Question 39

What is a primary symptom of generalized anxiety disorder?

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Constant and excessive worry

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Repeated panic attacks

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Unwanted thoughts and repetitive actions

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Avoiding social interactions

Question 40

What distinguishes panic disorder from other anxiety disorders as a unique characteristic?

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Unpredictable panic attacks with intense fear and physical symptoms

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Uncontrollable and persistent worries

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Avoiding social situations due to fear of embarrassment

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Repetitive thoughts and actions causing distress

Question 41

According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), which of the following is NOT classified as an anxiety disorder?

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Major depressive disorder

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Generalized anxiety disorder

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Panic disorder

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Social anxiety disorder

Question 42

What is the primary symptom of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?

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Excessive and uncontrollable worry and anxiety

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Sudden and unexpected panic attacks

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Intense and persistent fear of social situations

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Repetitive and intrusive thoughts and behaviors

Question 43

Which anxiety disorder is characterized by excessive and uncontrollable worry?

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Generalized anxiety disorder

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Panic disorder

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Obsessive-compulsive disorder

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Social anxiety disorder

Question 44

In post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which experience might an individual repeatedly encounter?

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Intrusive images of a traumatic event

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Racing thoughts about an upcoming presentation

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Persistent worry about everyday tasks

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Avoidance of social situations due to fear of judgment

Question 45

Which of the following is a primary symptom of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)?

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Constant and excessive worry and fear

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Sudden and intense panic attacks

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Repetitive thoughts and actions

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Avoiding social situations

Question 46

Which symptom is **not** typically associated with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)?

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Derealization

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Persistent worry

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Muscle tension

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Difficulty sleeping

Question 47

Which of the following is not a typical symptom of anxiety disorders?

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Blurred vision

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Excessive worry

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Panic attacks

Question 48

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?

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Panic attacks

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Persistent and excessive worry about different areas of life

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Restlessness or feeling on edge

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Difficulty concentrating

Question 49

Which of the following is NOT a defining characteristic of an anxiety disorder according to the DSM-5?

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Complete absence of anxiety

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Excessive worry or fear

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Significant distress or impairment

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Physiological symptoms (e.g., sweating, heart palpitations)

Question 50

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic symptom of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)?

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Panic attacks

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Excessive worry

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Muscle tension

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Difficulty concentrating

Question 51

Which of the following is NOT a typical symptom of social anxiety disorder?

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Excessive worry about making mistakes

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Fear of being judged or embarrassed

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Avoidance of social situations

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Increased sweating and heart rate

Question 52

Which statement accurately describes the relationship between anxiety disorders and risk factors?

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Risk factors for anxiety disorders involve biological, psychological, and environmental factors.

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Risk factors for anxiety disorders are primarily genetic.

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Risk factors for anxiety disorders are the same for every individual.

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Risk factors for anxiety disorders are exclusively environmental.

Question 53

Which symptom is common to generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) and other anxiety disorders?

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Excessive and uncontrollable worry

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Unexpected panic attacks

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Obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors

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Intense fear of social situations

Question 54

How do cultural factors impact the prevalence, manifestation, and progression of anxiety disorders across diverse populations?

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Cultural norms can shape how symptoms of anxiety disorders are expressed.

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Cultural beliefs can contribute to the development of anxiety disorders.

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Cultural factors have no influence on the prevalence of anxiety disorders.

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Cultural factors do not affect the course of anxiety disorders.

Question 55

Which behavioral manifestation is common in obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?

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A combination of all the above

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Repetitive checking

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Excessive counting

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Compulsive cleaning

Question 56

Which disorder is most frequently observed as a comorbid condition with anxiety disorders?

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Depression

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Substance use disorder

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Eating disorder

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Personality disorder

Question 57

Exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy for panic disorder primarily aims to:

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Achieve all of the above

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Reduce the severity and frequency of panic attacks

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Alter the individual's anxious thoughts

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Provide coping mechanisms for managing anxiety

Question 58

Which symptom differentiates social anxiety disorder from panic disorder?

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Fear of being negatively evaluated or embarrassed

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Avoidance of social situations

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Increased heart rate and perspiration

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Shortness of breath

Question 59

What is a key characteristic that distinguishes panic disorder from generalized anxiety disorder?

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Abrupt onset of intense fear or discomfort that peaks within minutes

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Excessive and uncontrollable worry about everyday events

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Persistent feelings of tension and muscle tightness

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Preoccupation with thoughts of losing control or going crazy

Question 60

Which of the following is a core symptom of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?

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Excessive and persistent worry

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Panic attacks

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Avoidance of social situations

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Obsessions and compulsions

Question 61

True or False: Exposure therapy can be an effective treatment for most anxiety disorders.

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True

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False

Question 62

Which type of anxiety disorder is characterized by excessive and uncontrollable worry about future events?

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Generalized anxiety disorder

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Panic disorder

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Social anxiety disorder

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Obsessive-compulsive disorder

Question 63

True or False: Anxiety disorders are more prevalent in women than in men.

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True

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False

Question 64

Which symptom is a key differentiator between generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) and depression or obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?

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Excessive and uncontrollable worry about a wide range of topics

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Constant worry about specific events or situations

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Persistent sadness and lack of interest in activities

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Repetitive thoughts or behaviors that cause significant distress