Question 1 of 25

Score: 0 (of possible 2 points)

According to figure 2.2 in 2004 which age group was most likely to seek
treatment for a major depression episode.
A.

65 years and older

B.

35 to 49 years

C.

18-25 years

D.

50-64 years

Answer Key: D-page 40

Question 2 of 25

Score: 2 (of possible 2 points)

According to Maslow's Hiearchy of Needs an individual can reach the top level
of the pyramid without fulfilling the lower-levels needs.
Answer Key: False- page 32 - 33
Question 3 of 25

Score: 2 (of possible 2 points)

Approximately 40 million Americans suffer from some type of anxiety

disorder.
Answer Key: True- page 45
Question 4 of 25

Score: 2 (of possible 2 points)

There is no genetic link in Bipolar disorders.

Answer Key: False- page 44
Question 5 of 25

Score: 2 (of possible 2 points)

Exercise, good nutrition, and avoidance of stimulants can be helpful in

alleviating anxiety.
Answer Key: True- page 46
Question 6 of 25

Score: 2 (of possible 2 points)

There is some evidence to indicate that a persons psychological health is

somewhat influenced by heredity as well as environmental factors.
Answer Key: True- page 32

Question 7 of 25

Score: 2 (of possible 2 points)

Learned Helplessness- is a theory of motivation explaining how individuals

learn to feel powerless, trapped, and defeated.
Answer Key: True- page 36 and 37
Question 8 of 25

Score: 0 (of possible 2 points)

Mental disorders are the leading cause of disability for Americans ages 15 55.
Answer Key: False- page 38
Question 9 of 25

Score: 2 (of possible 2 points)

Not enough Dopamine receptors seem to be one of the issues with people
that suffer from Schizophrenia.
Answer Key: False- page 47
Question 10 of 25

Score: 2 (of possible 2 points)

A study using the University of California Swim Team showed how interpreting
events can either lead to failure or success.
Answer Key: True- page 37
Question 11 of 25

Score: 2 (of possible 2 points)

Good psychological health has been associated with having a good sense of
humor.
Answer Key: True- page 36
Question 12 of 25

Score: 2 (of possible 2 points)

Research indicates that 20 percent of the cause of schizophrenia is due to

heredity and 80 percent is due to environmental stressors.
Answer Key: False- page 47
Question 13 of 25

Score: 2 (of possible 2 points)

Research indicates that having a positive interpretation of life's events can

help you cope with adversity and make a difference in your health and
performance.
Answer Key: True- page 36

Question 14 of 25

Score: 2 (of possible 2 points)

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a form of depression that develops in

relation to seasonal changes.
Answer Key: True- page 42
Question 15 of 25

Score: 0 (of possible 2 points)

Self-esteem is the highest level of psychological health on Maslow's hierarchy

of needs.
Answer Key: False- page 33
Question 16 of 25

Score: 0 (of possible 2 points)

Suicide is the 11th leading cause of death for Americans ages 15 to 24 years
old.
Answer Key: False- page 42
Question 17 of 25

Score: 2 (of possible 2 points)

Suicide occurs most often in middle-aged Americans.

Answer Key: True- page 42
Question 18 of 25

Score: 2 (of possible 2 points)

The season that affects SAD the most is Summer.

Answer Key: False- page 42
Question 19 of 25

Score: 2 (of possible 2 points)

There is a general consensus that two factors affect psychological health:

nature and nurture.
True- page 32
Question 20 of 25

Score: 0 (of possible 2 points)

There is no difference in men and women when it comes to obsessivecompulsive disorder and social phobia disorder.
True- Page 45
Question 21 of 25

Score: 2 (of possible 2 points)

The words " Sometimes, Frequently, and Often", are words that pessimists
use frequently.

False- page 37
Question 22 of 25

Score: 0 (of possible 2 points)

When both parents have bipolar disorder the risk increases from 15 percent
to 30 percent for their children to have the disease.
False- page 44
Question 23 of 25

Score: 0 (of possible 2 points)

When dealing with suicide prevention of another individual you should

promise not to tell anyone.
False- page 44
Question 24 of 25

Score: 2 (of possible 2 points)

Which of the following is not a form of Nonverbal Communication

A.

Body Posture

B.

Eye Contact

C.

Personal Space

Correct

D.

They are all forms of Nonverbal Communication

D- page 35
Question 25 of 25

Score: 2 (of possible 2 points)

Which of the following are symptoms of depression.

A.

Frequent crying

B.

Low self esteem

C.

Increase or decrease in appetite

Correct

D.

Answer Key: D

These are all symptoms of depression