Psychopathology MCQs

1. Which of the following is characterized by persistent sadness, loss of interest or pleasure, feelings of guilt or worthlessness, and changes in sleep or appetite? A. Anxiety disorder B. Bipolar disorder C. Major depressive disorder D. Schizophrenia Answer: C 2. Fear of heights is known as: A. Agoraphobia B. Acrophobia C. Claustrophobia D. Xenophobia Answer: B 3. A person experiences sudden and repeated attacks of fear without warning. This is most likely: A. Panic disorder B. Generalized anxiety disorder C. Obsessive-compulsive disorder D. Post-traumatic stress disorder Answer: A 4. Which disorder is characterized by persistent thoughts, urges, or images that are intrusive and cause distress or anxiety? A. Panic disorder B. Bipolar disorder C. Obsessive-compulsive disorder D. Borderline personality disorder Answer: C 5. Delusions and hallucinations are most commonly associated with: A. Major depressive disorder B. Schizophrenia C. Bipolar disorder D. Obsessive-compulsive disorder Answer: B 6. Which of the following involves alternating periods of extremely elevated mood and depressive episodes? A. Schizophrenia B. Bipolar disorder C. Generalized anxiety disorder D. Borderline personality disorder Answer: B 7. A person who exhibits a pervasive pattern of instability in interpersonal relationships, self-image, and affects, and marked impulsivity, is likely suffering from: A. Borderline personality disorder B. Narcissistic personality disorder C. Antisocial personality disorder D. Avoidant personality disorder Answer: A 8. Excessive attention-seeking, emotional overreaction, and suggestibility are typical of: A. Histrionic personality disorder B. Borderline personality disorder C. Schizoid personality disorder D. Avoidant personality disorder Answer: A 9. A person who experiences intense fear of being humiliated or scrutinized by others, leading to avoidance of social situations, may have: A. Social anxiety disorder B. Panic disorder C. Generalized anxiety disorder D. Obsessive-compulsive disorder Answer: A 10. Which of the following is characterized by recurrent, unexpected panic attacks, followed by at least one month of persistent concern about having another attack? A. Panic disorder B. Specific phobia C. Agoraphobia D. Post-traumatic stress disorder Answer: A 11. The belief that one is being persecuted or conspired against by others is an example of: A. Delusion of reference B. Delusion of grandeur C. Persecutory delusion D. Somatic delusion Answer: C 12. Which of the following involves the experience of physical symptoms that suggest a medical condition but without demonstrable organic pathology? A. Factitious disorder B. Conversion disorder C. Hypochondriasis D. Malingering Answer: B 13. Persistent difficulty discarding or parting with possessions, regardless of their actual value, is a symptom of: A. Obsessive-compulsive disorder B. Hoarding disorder C. Body dysmorphic disorder D. Trichotillomania Answer: B 14. A person who repeatedly pulls out their own hair, resulting in noticeable hair loss, is likely suffering from: A. Obsessive-compulsive disorder B. Body dysmorphic disorder C. Trichotillomania D. Factitious disorder Answer: C 15. Which disorder is characterized by a pattern of distrust and suspicion toward others, interpreting motives as malevolent? A. Schizoid personality disorder B. Paranoid personality disorder C. Schizotypal personality disorder D. Antisocial personality disorder Answer: B 16. Excessive preoccupation with one’s health and constant worry about having a serious illness despite medical reassurance is characteristic of: A. Hypochondriasis B. Conversion disorder C. Munchausen syndrome D. Factitious disorder Answer: A 17. A person with this disorder exhibits a lack of regard for and violation of the rights of others, often engaging in deceitful behavior: A. Antisocial personality disorder B. Narcissistic personality disorder C. Borderline personality disorder D. Histrionic personality disorder Answer: A 18. Which of the following involves the voluntary production or feigning of symptoms in order to assume the sick role? A. Malingering B. Factitious disorder C. Conversion disorder D. Somatization disorder Answer: B 19. A person who experiences a disruption in the integration of identity, memory, or consciousness is likely suffering from: A. Dissociative amnesia B. Dissociative identity disorder C. Depersonalization disorder D. Derealization disorder Answer: B 20. Intense fear of gaining weight and persistent behavior to prevent weight gain, despite being significantly underweight, is characteristic of: A. Bulimia nervosa B. Binge eating disorder C. Anorexia nervosa D. Night eating syndrome Answer: C 21. Recurrent episodes of binge eating followed by inappropriate compensatory behaviors to prevent weight gain are symptoms of: A. Anorexia nervosa B. Bulimia nervosa C. Binge eating disorder D. Night eating syndrome Answer: B 22. A person who exhibits repetitive behaviors or mental acts performed in response to obsessions or according to rigid rules is likely suffering from: A. Generalized anxiety disorder B. Obsessive-compulsive disorder C. Panic disorder D. Social anxiety disorder Answer: B 23. Which of the following involves a persistent difficulty in speaking, resulting in frequent hesitations or prolonged pauses? A. Stuttering B. Cluttering C. Selective mutism D. Dysphonia Answer: A 24. A person who experiences recurrent episodes of eating significantly more food in a discrete period than most people would eat under similar circumstances is likely suffering from: A. Binge eating disorder B. Bulimia nervosa C. Anorexia nervosa D. Night eating syndrome Answer: A 25. Which of the following involves the sensation of unreality or detachment from one’s own mind, body, or surroundings? A. Derealization disorder B. Depersonalization disorder C. Dissociative amnesia D. Dissociative fugue Answer: B 26. A person who exhibits recurrent and intense sexual fantasies, urges, or behaviors involving non-human objects, suffering, or humiliation is likely suffering from: A. Fetishistic disorder B. Exhibitionistic disorder C. Voyeuristic disorder D. Paraphilic disorder Answer: D 27. The inability to recall important personal information, usually of a traumatic or stressful nature, that is too extensive to be explained by ordinary forgetfulness is characteristic of: A. Dissociative identity disorder B. Dissociative amnesia C. Depersonalization disorder D. Derealization disorder Answer: B 28. A person who consistently fails to conform to social norms with respect to lawful behaviors, deceitfulness, impulsivity, irritability, disregard for safety, and lack of remorse is likely suffering from: A. Borderline personality disorder B. Antisocial personality disorder C. Narcissistic personality disorder D. Histrionic personality disorder Answer: B 29. Persistent difficulty in initiating or maintaining sleep or experiencing non-restorative sleep, despite adequate opportunity, is characteristic of: A. Insomnia disorder B. Hypersomnia disorder C. Narcolepsy D. Restless legs syndrome Answer: A 30. A person who experiences recurrent, distressing dreams during which the content and affect of the dream are related to the experience of a traumatic event is likely suffering from: A. Nightmare disorder B. Rapid eye movement sleep behavior disorder C. Sleep terror disorder D. Insomnia disorder Answer: A 31. The phenomenon where a person falsely believes that another person is in love with them, often to the point of obsession, is known as: A. Erotomania B. Delusion of reference C. Persecutory delusion D. Delusion of grandeur Answer: A 32. A person who experiences sudden, intense onset of neurological symptoms, such as paralysis or blindness, that are inconsistent with known medical conditions is likely suffering from: A. Hypochondriasis B. Conversion disorder C. Factitious disorder D. Malingering Answer: B 33. Which of the following involves a persistent and excessive fear of a specific object or situation, leading to avoidance or intense distress? A. Generalized anxiety disorder B. Panic disorder C. Specific phobia D. Social anxiety disorder Answer: C 34. A person who exhibits repetitive behaviors (e.g., hand washing, checking) or mental acts (e.g., counting, praying) in response to distressing obsessions is likely suffering from: A. Panic disorder B. Generalized anxiety disorder C. Obsessive-compulsive disorder D. Social anxiety disorder Answer: C 35. A person who exhibits a pattern of grandiosity, need for admiration, and lack of empathy is likely suffering from: A. Narcissistic personality disorder B. Borderline personality disorder C. Antisocial personality disorder D. Avoidant personality disorder Answer: A 36. The presence of two or more distinct personality states, each with its own pattern of perceiving, relating to, and thinking about the environment and self, is characteristic of: A. Dissociative identity disorder B. Dissociative fugue C. Dissociative amnesia D. Depersonalization disorder Answer: A 37. Which of the following is a disorder marked by extreme mood swings from mania to depression, with periods of normal mood in between? A. Cyclothymic disorder B. Bipolar I disorder C. Bipolar II disorder D. Borderline personality disorder Answer: B 38. Recurrent, intense sexual arousal from exposing one’s genitals to unsuspecting strangers is indicative of: A. Exhibitionistic disorder B. Voyeuristic disorder C. Fetishistic disorder D. Sexual masochism disorder Answer: A 39. A person who experiences intense anxiety in situations where they are the center of attention or are being observed by others is likely suffering from: A. Social anxiety disorder B. Specific phobia C. Generalized anxiety disorder D. Panic disorder Answer: A 40. Repeatedly engaging in self-harming behavior such as cutting or burning oneself without the intent to die is indicative of: A. Borderline personality disorder B. Antisocial personality disorder C. Narcissistic personality disorder D. Obsessive-compulsive disorder Answer: A 41. A person who is excessively preoccupied with fears of acquiring a serious illness despite medical evidence to the contrary, may be suffering from: A. Hypochondriasis B. Somatization disorder C. Conversion disorder D. Factitious disorder Answer: A 42. Persistent feelings of detachment from one’s own body or surroundings, often accompanied by a sense of unreality, are characteristic of: A. Depersonalization disorder B. Dissociative identity disorder C. Dissociative fugue D. Derealization disorder Answer: A 43. A person who exhibits an excessive need to be cared for, leading to submissive and clinging behaviors, is likely suffering from: A. Dependent personality disorder B. Avoidant personality disorder C. Borderline personality disorder D. Narcissistic personality disorder Answer: A 44. A person who is preoccupied with a perceived defect in physical appearance, which is not observable or appears slight to others, is most likely suffering from: A. Body dysmorphic disorder B. Eating disorder C. Hypochondriasis D. Obsessive-compulsive disorder Answer: A 45. Which of the following is characterized by the presence of symptoms such as excessive worry and anxiety occurring more days than not for at least six months? A. Generalized anxiety disorder B. Panic disorder C. Social anxiety disorder D. Specific phobia Answer: A 46. A person who exhibits recurrent and severe episodes of impulsivity, aggression, and hostility that are not attributable to other mental disorders is likely suffering from: A. Intermittent explosive disorder B. Borderline personality disorder C. Antisocial personality disorder D. Narcissistic personality disorder Answer: A 47. The inability to recall important personal information due to a traumatic or stressful event, usually of a significant nature, is indicative of: A. Dissociative fugue B. Dissociative amnesia C. Dissociative identity disorder D. Depersonalization disorder Answer: B 48. A pattern of pervasive distrust and suspiciousness of others, with the belief that others’ motives are malevolent, is characteristic of: A. Paranoid personality disorder B. Schizoid personality disorder C. Schizotypal personality disorder D. Avoidant personality disorder Answer: A 49. Excessive or inappropriate sexual behavior that causes significant distress or impairment in functioning is indicative of: A. Sexual dysfunction B. Paraphilic disorder C. Gender dysphoria D. Sexual addiction Answer: B 50. The experience of intense distress over a perceived defect in appearance that is not noticeable to others is characteristic of: A. Body dysmorphic disorder B. Eating disorder C. Hypochondriasis D. Dissociative disorder Answer: A 51. A person who exhibits an enduring pattern of disregard for and violation of the rights of others, often through deceitful behavior, is likely suffering from: A. Antisocial personality disorder B. Borderline personality disorder C. Narcissistic personality disorder D. Histrionic personality disorder Answer: A 52. A person who experiences intense and recurrent episodes of eating large quantities of food in a short period, often accompanied by feelings of loss of control, is suffering from: A. Bulimia nervosa B. Binge eating disorder C. Anorexia nervosa D. Night eating syndrome Answer: B 53. The experience of sudden and overwhelming feelings of terror or dread, often accompanied by physical symptoms like palpitations and sweating, is characteristic of: A. Panic disorder B. Generalized anxiety disorder C. Social anxiety disorder D. Specific phobia Answer: A 54. A person with a pattern of excessive attention-seeking, emotionality, and a need for approval is likely suffering from: A. Histrionic personality disorder B. Narcissistic personality disorder C. Borderline personality disorder D. Avoidant personality disorder Answer: A 55. Persistent and excessive anxiety about everyday events and activities, occurring more days than not for at least six months, is indicative of: A. Generalized anxiety disorder B. Social anxiety disorder C. Specific phobia D. Obsessive-compulsive disorder Answer: A 56. A person who exhibits a pervasive pattern of emotional instability, impulsivity, and unstable relationships is likely suffering from: A. Borderline personality disorder B. Antisocial personality disorder C. Narcissistic personality disorder D. Avoidant personality disorder Answer: A 57. A person who exhibits a pattern of grandiosity, need for admiration, and lack of empathy is most likely suffering from: A. Narcissistic personality disorder B. Borderline personality disorder C. Histrionic personality disorder D. Antisocial personality disorder Answer: A 58. A person with a persistent fear of being embarrassed or judged in social or performance situations may have: A. Social anxiety disorder B. Panic disorder C. Generalized anxiety disorder D. Specific phobia Answer: A 59. Which disorder is characterized by recurrent episodes of irritability, impulsivity, and aggression that are not attributable to other mental disorders? A. Intermittent explosive disorder B. Borderline personality disorder C. Antisocial personality disorder D. Narcissistic personality disorder Answer: A 60. Persistent difficulty discarding or parting with possessions, regardless of their actual value, is a symptom of: A. Hoarding disorder B. Obsessive-compulsive disorder C. Body dysmorphic disorder D. Trichotillomania Answer: A

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