Anxiety Disorders: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Question 1

Which of the following is not a common 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 2

Which of the following is NOT a defining characteristic of anxiety disorders?

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Disproportionate response to a genuine threat

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Excessive and persistent fear and worry

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Impairment in social or occupational functioning

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Physical symptoms such as sweating and trembling

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a symptom commonly associated with 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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Restlessness

Question 4

Which type of anxiety disorder involves intense fear or avoidance of a specific object or situation?

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Specific phobia

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Social anxiety disorder

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Panic disorder

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Agoraphobia

Question 5

Anxiety disorders are the most prevalent mental health condition in the United States. True or False?

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True

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False

Question 6

Chest pain, dizziness, and nausea are all commonly reported symptoms of which anxiety disorder?

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Panic disorder

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Generalized anxiety disorder

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Social anxiety disorder

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Specific phobia

Question 7

Which evidence-based therapy is most effective for treating anxiety disorders?

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Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)

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Psychodynamic therapy

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Medication

Question 8

Which of the following is not a common symptom of an anxiety disorder?

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Excitement

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Restlessness

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Irritability

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Fatigue

Question 9

What is a key difference between generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) and panic disorder?

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GAD involves persistent worry about everyday events, while panic disorder involves sudden panic attacks.

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GAD primarily presents with physical symptoms, while panic disorder does not.

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Panic disorder is more common than GAD.

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Treatment strategies for GAD and panic disorder are always the same.

Question 10

Which of the following is a primary characteristic of anxiety disorders?

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Excessive and uncontrollable fear or worry

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Difficulty making decisions

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Impulsivity

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Lack of empathy

Question 11

Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is primarily characterized by:

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Persistent and excessive worry about various topics

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Intense fear of specific objects or situations

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Repeated episodes of intense fear and panic

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Avoidance of social situations due to fear of judgment

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a recognized type of anxiety disorder?

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Depression

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Panic disorder

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Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)

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Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Question 13

Exposure therapy involves:

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Gradually exposing individuals to feared situations

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Challenging negative thoughts and beliefs

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Using medication to block anxiety triggers

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Avoiding situations that trigger anxiety

Question 14

Comorbidity refers to:

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The presence of two or more mental health conditions in an individual

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The absence of any mental health conditions in an individual

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The rapid onset of a new mental health condition

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The gradual improvement of a mental health condition

Question 15

In early intervention and prevention programs for childhood and adolescent anxiety disorders, which approach is primarily emphasized?

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Providing knowledge and coping skills

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Medication as the primary treatment method

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Exclusive reliance on therapy

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Delaying intervention until symptoms become severe

Question 16

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

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Hallucinations

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Excessive and uncontrollable worry

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Difficulty concentrating

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Muscle tension or fatigue

Question 17

Which type of anxiety disorder involves overwhelming fear triggered by specific objects or situations, leading to avoidance behaviors?

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Phobia

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Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

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Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)

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Social anxiety disorder

Question 18

What is the primary first-line treatment approach for most anxiety disorders?

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Psychotherapy

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Medication

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Self-help techniques

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Hospitalization

Question 19

Which type of psychotherapy is considered the most effective for treating obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?

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Exposure and response prevention (ERP)

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Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)

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Psychodynamic therapy

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Client-centered therapy

Question 20

What is the primary goal of cognitive restructuring in CBT?

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To identify and change unhelpful thought patterns

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To develop coping mechanisms for anxiety

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To strengthen social support networks

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To reduce physiological arousal

Question 21

What is a key difference between PTSD and other anxiety disorders?

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PTSD is specifically triggered by a traumatic event.

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PTSD symptoms tend to be more severe and persistent.

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PTSD is less responsive to treatment.

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PTSD only affects children.

Question 22

Which anxiety disorder is characterized by intense fear of specific objects or situations?

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Phobia-related disorder

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Social anxiety disorder

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Panic disorder

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Obsessive-compulsive disorder

Question 23

What is the main objective of medication treatment for anxiety disorders?

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Significant symptom reduction

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Complete symptom elimination

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Disorder cure

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Prevention of future episodes

Question 24

Which of the following is NOT a relaxation technique for managing anxiety?

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Stimulant consumption

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Deep breathing exercises

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Yoga

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Progressive muscle relaxation

Question 25

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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Feelings of impending doom

Question 26

Which brain region is crucial for processing fear and anxiety?

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Amygdala

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Hippocampus

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Prefrontal cortex

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Cerebellum

Question 27

Which type of anxiety disorder involves persistent and intrusive thoughts and rituals?

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Obsessive-compulsive disorder

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Phobia

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Panic disorder

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Social anxiety disorder

Question 28

Exposure therapy for anxiety disorders aims to:

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Gradually expose patients to feared stimuli while teaching coping strategies

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Reduce the severity and frequency of anxiety symptoms

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Completely eliminate all anxiety

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Enhance self-esteem and confidence

Question 29

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic symptom of an anxiety disorder?

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Relaxed muscles

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Excessive fear and worry

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Impaired social or occupational functioning

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Physical symptoms such as sweating or trembling

Question 30

Which type of anxiety disorder involves intense fear of specific objects or situations?

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Specific phobia

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Generalized anxiety disorder

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Social phobia

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Panic disorder

Question 31

Which of the following symptoms is characteristic of anxiety disorders?

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Excessive and persistent fear or anxiety

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Depressed mood

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Hallucinations

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Delusions

Question 32

Which of the following is the most common type of anxiety disorder?

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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 33

Which of the following is a common symptom of panic disorder?

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Rapid heart rate

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Excessive worry about future events

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Repetitive thoughts and behaviors

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Avoidance of social situations

Question 34

How does a phobia differ from generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?

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A phobia is a specific fear, while GAD is a more general worry

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GAD is more severe than phobias

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Phobias only affect children, while GAD affects adults

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There is no difference between phobias and GAD

Question 35

What is the primary goal of exposure therapy for anxiety disorders?

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To gradually help individuals face their fears

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To teach individuals new coping skills

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To reduce the intensity of anxiety symptoms

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To completely eliminate anxiety disorders

Question 36

What's the main difference between generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) and panic disorder?

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GAD involves constant worry, while panic disorder has sudden, intense anxiety attacks.

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GAD is more common in men, while panic disorder is more common in women.

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GAD usually starts later in life than panic disorder.

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Panic disorder involves avoiding certain situations, while GAD doesn't.

Question 37

Panic disorder is characterized by recurrent and unexpected episodes of intense fear and physical symptoms, including:

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Rapid heart rate, sweating, and shortness of breath

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Worry and excessive thoughts about the future

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Avoidance of social situations

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Repetitive thoughts and compulsive behaviors

Question 38

What impact does having multiple anxiety disorders (comorbidity) have on diagnosing and treating them?

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Comorbidity makes accurate diagnosis harder because symptoms can overlap.

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Comorbidity makes treatment easier because a single approach works for all disorders.

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Comorbidity has no effect on diagnosis or treatment, as each disorder is addressed separately.

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Comorbidity improves the outcome by lessening the overall severity of anxiety symptoms.

Question 39

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

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Excessive, unfounded worry and anxiety about everyday events

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Recurrent, intrusive thoughts or images

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Uncontrollable flashbacks of a traumatic event

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Intense fear of being judged or embarrassed

Question 40

What is the defining characteristic of panic disorder?

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Sudden, unexpected panic attacks that reach a peak within minutes

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Intrusive memories of a traumatic event

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Avoidance of situations or objects that trigger intense fear

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Persistent worry about potential threats or future events

Question 41

Which anxiety disorder primarily involves excessive and debilitating fear of being judged, criticized, or embarrassed in social situations?

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Social anxiety disorder

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Obsessive-compulsive disorder

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Phobic disorder

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Generalized anxiety disorder

Question 42

What is the name of the exposure-based therapy that gradually exposes individuals to feared stimuli in a controlled setting?

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Systematic desensitization

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Flooding

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Cognitive restructuring

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Virtual reality therapy

Question 43

Which type of therapy emphasizes identifying, challenging, and changing negative or irrational thoughts and beliefs?

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Cognitive-behavioral therapy

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Psychodynamic therapy

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Humanistic therapy

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Acceptance and commitment therapy

Question 44

Which of the following is a known risk factor for the development of anxiety disorders?

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Experiencing childhood trauma or adversity

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High socioeconomic status

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Extroverted personality traits

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Regular physical exercise

Question 45

What is the recommended first-line treatment approach for panic disorder?

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Cognitive-behavioral therapy, with or without medication

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Antidepressant medication alone

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Benzodiazepine medication alone

Question 46

Which of the following is a common symptom of anxiety disorders?

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Excessive worry and fear

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Delusions

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Compulsions

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Hallucinations

Question 47

What is a key difference between generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) and panic disorder?

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GAD involves persistent worry, while panic disorder involves sudden, intense fear.

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Panic disorder involves persistent worry, while GAD involves sudden, intense fear.

Question 48

Which of the following is an example of a specific phobia?

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Acrophobia

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Obsessive-compulsive disorder

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Depression

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Bipolar disorder

Question 49

What is the main principle of the cognitive model of anxiety disorders?

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Anxiety disorders are caused by maladaptive thought patterns and beliefs.

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Anxiety disorders are caused by traumatic experiences.

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Anxiety disorders are caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain.

Question 50

Which of the following is a relaxation technique that can be used to manage anxiety?

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Deep breathing exercises

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Smoking

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Caffeine consumption