Psychology Mcqs

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1.Which of the following best describes the typical features of schizophrenia?

2.Which personality type is characterized by a strong focus on order, perfectionism, and adherence to strict routines?

3.Which condition describes an individual excessively worried about the possibility of having a severe illness?

4.Who is most likely to say, "Ahmad's anxiety and defensiveness stem from an unrealistic self-concept and a failure to accept responsibility for his emotions"?

5.What term describes sensory perceptions that happen without any external stimulus?

6.Which type of personality is characterized by suspicion, extreme sensitivity, and a guarded nature?

7.Which category of disorders includes obsessive-compulsive behavior, panic attacks, and phobias?

8.What term describes behavioral issues where an individual shows signs of a physical illness or injury, yet no medical cause can be found?

9.What is the term for perceiving sounds or voices that do not exist in reality?

10.What does the term "nervous breakdown" officially signify in psychology?

11.What does the psychological condition called fugue primarily involve?

12.Jamil has experienced homelessness for three years, and the associated stress appears to have triggered psychosis. Which type of risk factor for mental illness does this situation exemplify?

13.Najib recently lost his job and has accumulated significant gambling debts. He is overwhelmed by the stress of being unable to support his eight children. After consuming excessive alcohol, Najib accidentally hit a child crossing the road. Immediately after this incident, he was unable to recall his own identity. What condition does this scenario best illustrate?

14.Which condition is characterized by an individual repeatedly reporting multiple physical symptoms without a medical cause?

15.What term describes the inability to act in ways that promote both personal well-being and the welfare of society?

16.Which personality disorder is marked by social unease, fear of being judged, and shyness?

17.What is the diagnosis called when an individual's experienced sexual identity differs from their biological sex?

18.The insanity defense originated in English law, where it was established that for a defendant to be held accountable, they must:

19.Which psychological classification system is currently the most commonly utilized?

20.According to behaviorists, what immediate reinforcement typically sustains self-defeating behaviors?

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