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Health 08 Quiz# 8 sp 151. If one identical twin has bipolar disorder, the other twin is _____________ to also develop that same mental illness.A. likely C. less likely than an otherwise similar personB. definitely going D. no more likely than an otherwise similar person2. Which of the following statements are true concerning gender differences and mental illness?A. Rates of depression by gender are roughly equal across cultures, suggesting that the disease is largely determined by genetics.B. Women are twice as likely as men to be clinically depressed.C. Men are more likely than women to attempt suicide as well as die from the result.D. All of the pared to women, men are more likely to _____________________.A. have borderline personality disorderB. suffer from clinical depressionC. successfully commit suicideD. have eating disorders4. Which of the following statements BEST describes the relationship between mental illness and crime?A. People with mental illnesses are more likely than people without mental illnesses to commit crimes whether or not they seek treatment; however, people who seek treatment are less likely to commit violent crimes.B. Men with mental illnesses are more likely to commit crimes than men without mental illnesses, but, for women, there is no link between crime and mental illness.C. People with untreated mental illnesses, but not those who are receiving treatment, are more likely to commit crimes than the general population.D. People with mental illnesses are less likely than the general population to commit crimes, with the exception of people seeking treatment5. Which of the following symptoms is not a typical symptom of depression?A. Sleep disturbances C. Loss of interest in pleasurable activitiesB. Low energy level D. Impulsive behavior6. For the past 4 months, Myrtle has lost interest in her hobbies and has had difficulty concentrating on her job. She complains of having little energy to clean her house, buy groceries, or cook meals, and she locks herself alone in the bathroom, sitting by herself for hours on end. Myrtle’s responses and feelings are characteristics of what mental illness?A. DepressionB. Obsessive-compulsive disorderC. Bulimia-nervosaD. Dementia7.Luna experiences periods of normal behavior followed by periods when her moods cycle from abnormally “up” to very “down.” She is probably suffering from _______________.A. postpartum depressionB. schizophreniaC. obsessive-compulsive disorderD. bipolar disorder8. What kinds of mental illness are the most common in the United States?A. Mood disorders B. Anxiety disorders C. Eating disorders D. Personality disorders9. What is an irrational fear of an object or a situation called?A. A dissociative disorder B. A phobia C. A delusion D. A compulsion 10. During a devastating flood, the crew of a rescue helicopter saved Muriel. Within seconds of being plucked from the roof of her home, she watched as the floodwaters destroyed her home. Since the catastrophe, she has been irritable and anxious and has had flashbacks of the event. She is probably suffering from _____________.A. dementia B. obsessive-compulsive disorder C.dissociative disorder D. post-traumatic stress disorder11. The female athlete triad begins with eating disorders and ends with ____________.A. osteoporosisB. diabetesC. chronic liver diseaseD. endometrial cancer12. Which of the following is not a sign or symptom of anorexia nervosa?A. Absence of three consecutive menstrual periods B. Feeling fat despite being very thinC. Intense fear of weight gainD. Repeated bingeing and purging13. People with ____________ have distorted and rigid thoughts and behaviors that make it impossible to live productive lives and have satisfying relationships.A. panic attacksB. postpartum psychosisC. mood disorders D. personality disorders D14. Sybil has delusions and frequently hears voices that are not there. Additionally, she is unable to manage her emotions and think clearly. As a result, she has no friends and cannot remain employed. Given this information, she is probably suffering from what disease?A. Panic attacksB. Obsessive-compulsive disorderC. Schizophrenia CD. Dissociative personality disorder15. Which of the following statements is true?A. Compared with women from other age groups, women over 65 are less vulnerable to depression.B. Women with mental illness are no more likely than the general population to abuse drugs. C. Getting enough sleep and eating a healthy diet are important components of mental as well as physical health. D. The lack of a diagnosable mental illness indicates good mental health and functioning.16. True or false? Most people with mental illnesses do not seek medical treatment. Ans: True17. For adults between the ages of 15 and 44, mental illnesses cause more disease and injury than cancer.TRRUE 18. True or false? One form of depression can be caused by seasonal changes in daylight hours or from lack of exposure to daylight.Ans: True ................
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