Psychiatry Quizzes: Test Your Knowledge of Mental Health Disorders

Question 1

Which of these is a common symptom of depression?

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Loss of interest in activities

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Increased appetite

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Increased sleep duration

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Euphoric mood

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a key symptom of depression?

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Increased appetite

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Depressed mood

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Anhedonia (loss of interest in activities)

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Cognitive impairment

Question 3

Which class of medication is primarily used to treat schizophrenia?

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Antipsychotics

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Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)

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Benzodiazepines

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Mood stabilizers

Question 4

What type of therapy involves exploring unconscious motivations and early life experiences?

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Psychodynamic therapy

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Cognitive behavioral therapy

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Humanistic therapy

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Person-centered therapy

Question 5

Which ethical principle is central to providing mental health care?

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Autonomy (respect for patient choices)

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Beneficence (doing good)

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Justice (fair and equitable treatment)

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Non-maleficence (avoiding harm)

Question 6

Which of the following is **NOT** a core diagnostic criterion for major depressive disorder according to DSM-5?

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Significant weight gain

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Persistent depressed mood or loss of interest in activities

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Anhedonia

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Increased or decreased sleep

Question 7

Which type of psychotherapy emphasizes the role of early childhood experiences in shaping current mental health and employs techniques such as free association and dream interpretation?

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Psychodynamic therapy

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Cognitive-behavioral therapy

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Interpersonal therapy

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Humanistic therapy

Question 8

A patient presents with symptoms of recurrent, unexpected panic attacks, accompanied by avoidance behaviors and excessive worry. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

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Panic disorder with agoraphobia

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Generalized anxiety disorder

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Social anxiety disorder

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Obsessive-compulsive disorder

Question 9

Which neurotransmitter is considered the primary target of antipsychotic medications used to treat schizophrenia?

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Dopamine

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Serotonin

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GABA

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Glutamate

Question 10

Which of the following medications is typically used as the first-line treatment for the manic phase of bipolar disorder?

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Lithium

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Valproic acid

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Lamotrigine

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Aripiprazole

Question 11

What is the term for a mental health condition characterized by persistent, false beliefs that are not based on reality?

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Delusion

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Hallucination

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Obsession

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Phobia

Question 12

A patient presents with symptoms of flashbacks, nightmares, and avoidance behaviors following a traumatic event. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

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Post-traumatic stress disorder

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Acute stress disorder

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Adjustment disorder

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Generalized anxiety disorder

Question 13

Which ethical principle is of particular importance in the practice of psychiatry, emphasizing the right of individuals to make decisions about their own healthcare?

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Autonomy

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Beneficence

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Non-maleficence

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Justice

Question 14

What is the primary focus of psychiatric rehabilitation?

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Improving social functioning and quality of life

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Preventing relapse

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Reducing symptoms

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Enhancing coping mechanisms

Question 15

What is a potential advantage of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)?

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Rapidly reduces severe symptoms

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Has minimal side effects

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Permanently cures mental illness

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Is appropriate for all patients with mental illness

Question 16

Which psychotherapy approach focuses on exploring hidden thoughts and emotions using techniques like dream analysis and free talking?

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Psychodynamic Therapy

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

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Humanistic Therapy

Question 17

What neurotransmitter is primarily implicated in schizophrenia?

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Dopamine

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Serotonin

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Glutamate

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GABA

Question 18

What ethical principle requires healthcare professionals to maintain patient privacy?

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Confidentiality

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Beneficence

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Justice

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Autonomy

Question 19

What term describes a mental health condition characterised by delusions and hallucinations?

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Psychosis

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Neurosis

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Mood disorder

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Personality disorder

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT a recognised treatment option for schizophrenia?

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Herbal remedies

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Antipsychotic medication

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Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)

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Cognitive remediation therapy

Question 21

What is the name of the UK legislation governing the provision of mental health services?

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Mental Health Act 1983

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Mental Capacity Act 2005

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Care Act 2014

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National Health Service Act 2006

Question 22

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

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Cyclothymia

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Generalized Anxiety Disorder

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Social Phobia

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Panic Disorder

Question 23

What is the primary characteristic of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?

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Recurrent, unwanted thoughts or images (obsessions)

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Excessive worry

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Fears of contamination

Question 24

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based treatment for:

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Both anxiety and depression

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Anxiety disorders only

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Psychotic disorders

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Mood disorders only

Question 25

Which of the following is a key symptom of schizophrenia?

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Hallucinations

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Excessive worry

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Depressed mood

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Obsessive thoughts

Question 26

Which of the following can potentially increase the likelihood of developing a mental health condition?

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Childhood trauma

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Above-average intelligence

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High income

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Regular physical exercise

Question 27

What does comorbidity refer to in psychiatry?

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The co-existence of two or more mental health disorders

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The severity of a single mental health disorder

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The genetic basis of mental health disorders

Question 28

Which ethical principle holds utmost importance in the practice of psychiatry?

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Confidentiality

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Justice

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Autonomy

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Beneficence