Contents
Week 2 (Models of psychopathlogy) ..................................................................................... 2
Answers: ........................................................................................................................... 6
Lecture Questions: ............................................................................................................ 7
Week 3 (Schizophrenia) ........................................................................................................ 8
Answers: ......................................................................................................................... 14
Lecture Questions: .......................................................................................................... 14
Week 4 (Anxiety Related Disorders) ................................................................................... 16
Answers: ......................................................................................................................... 22
Lecture questions: ........................................................................................................... 22
Week 5 (Mood disorders) .................................................................................................... 23
Answers: ......................................................................................................................... 28
Lecture Questions: .......................................................................................................... 29
Week 6 (Neurocognitive Disorders)..................................................................................... 30
Answers: ......................................................................................................................... 36
Lecture Questions: .......................................................................................................... 37
Week 7 (Somatic Symptoms and related disorders) ............................................................ 38
Answers: ......................................................................................................................... 43
Week 8 (Intellectual Disability and ASD) ............................................................................. 45
Intellectual Disability (ID) ................................................................................................. 45
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) .................................................................................... 47
Answers: ......................................................................................................................... 50
Lecture Slides:................................................................................................................. 50
Week 9 (Substance Abuse disorder) ................................................................................... 51
Answers: ......................................................................................................................... 56
Lecture Slides:................................................................................................................. 56
Week 10 (Psychological Factors and Medical conditions) Co-morbidity and Models ........... 57
Answers: ......................................................................................................................... 62
Lecture slides: ................................................................................................................. 63
Week 11 (Personality Disorders) ......................................................................................... 64
Answers: ......................................................................................................................... 69
Lecture questions: ........................................................................................................... 70
Week 12 (Childhood disorders) ........................................................................................... 71
Answers: ......................................................................................................................... 76
Lecture Questions: .......................................................................................................... 76
, PSYC3102 Comprehensive Study Questions
Week 2 (Models of psychopathlogy)
1. Which scenario best exemplifies the influence of the endocrine system on
psychopathology?
○ A. A patient with depression shows low levels of serotonin.
○ B. A person experiences anxiety after prolonged exposure to stress, leading to
increased cortisol levels.
○ C. Twins raised in different environments exhibit similar personality traits.
○ D. A person's phobia is treated using systematic desensitization.
2. Which finding would most strongly support a genetic basis for a disorder?
○ A. High concordance rates for the disorder in monozygotic twins compared to
dizygotic twins.
○ B. Higher prevalence of the disorder in adopted children compared to their
biological relatives.
○ C. Similar prevalence rates of the disorder in different cultures.
○ D. Effective treatment of the disorder using cognitive-behavioral therapy.
Psychodynamic Model
3. Which of the following behaviors would Freud likely attribute to the influence of
the Id?
○ A. A person meticulously plans their day to achieve maximum productivity.
○ B. An individual reacts impulsively and aggressively when provoked.
○ C. Someone strives to follow societal rules and expectations.
○ D. A patient uses defense mechanisms to cope with stress.
4. According to the psychodynamic model, which situation is an example of
transference?
○ A. A client begins to feel and act toward their therapist as they do towards their
parent.
○ B. A person experiences anxiety due to unresolved childhood conflicts.
○ C. A patient receives unconditional positive regard from their therapist.
○ D. An individual modifies their behavior based on reinforcement.
Humanistic Model
,5. In humanistic therapy, how might a therapist respond to a client expressing self-
doubt?
○ A. By challenging the client's irrational thoughts directly.
○ B. By providing unconditional positive regard and empathetic understanding.
○ C. By analyzing the client's childhood experiences.
○ D. By developing a token economy to reward positive behavior.
Behavioural Model
6. Which treatment approach is most aligned with the behavioral model of
psychopathology?
○ A. Exploring unconscious conflicts through free association.
○ B. Identifying and modifying distorted thought patterns.
○ C. Utilizing reinforcement and punishment to alter maladaptive behaviors.
○ D. Encouraging clients to achieve self-actualization.
Cognitive Model
7. Which cognitive distortion is reflected in the thought, "If I fail this test, I am a
complete failure in life"?
○ A. Arbitrary inference
○ B. Overgeneralization
○ C. Dichotomous thinking
○ D. Magnification
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
8. Which statement best captures the essence of mindfulness-based therapy?
○ A. It focuses on resolving unconscious conflicts from early childhood.
○ B. It emphasizes the role of neurotransmitters in regulating mood.
○ C. It involves staying present in the moment and observing thoughts without
judgment.
○ D. It aims to increase psychological flexibility by changing maladaptive thoughts.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
9. In ACT, what does psychological flexibility primarily involve?
○ A. Suppressing negative thoughts and emotions.
○ B. Changing maladaptive behaviors to align with long-term values.
○ C. Using defense mechanisms to cope with stress.
, ○ D. Reinforcing positive behaviors through rewards.
Neurotransmitter Systems
10. Which neurotransmitter is primarily associated with anxiety reduction?
○ A. Dopamine
○ B. Serotonin
○ C. Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA)
○ D. Noradrenalin
11. Which approach would best investigate the role of genetics in schizophrenia?
○ A. Examining the neurotransmitter levels in affected individuals.
○ B. Conducting adoption studies comparing rates of schizophrenia in biological vs.
adoptive families.
○ C. Analyzing the impact of early childhood trauma on later development.
○ D. Assessing the effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral therapy.
Psychodynamic Model
12. A client exhibits symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). According
to Freud, these symptoms might be the result of:
○ A. Excessive reinforcement of compulsive behaviors.
○ B. Repressed conflicts and unresolved issues from the anal stage of
development.
○ C. Maladaptive thinking patterns about contamination and cleanliness.
○ D. A chemical imbalance in the brain.
Humanistic Model
13. A therapist using a humanistic approach might help a client dealing with low self-
esteem by:
○ A. Analyzing their early childhood experiences.
○ B. Challenging their irrational thoughts and cognitive distortions.
○ C. Providing unconditional positive regard and empathetic understanding.
○ D. Implementing a behavior modification plan with rewards and punishments.
Behavioural Model
Week 2 (Models of psychopathlogy) ..................................................................................... 2
Answers: ........................................................................................................................... 6
Lecture Questions: ............................................................................................................ 7
Week 3 (Schizophrenia) ........................................................................................................ 8
Answers: ......................................................................................................................... 14
Lecture Questions: .......................................................................................................... 14
Week 4 (Anxiety Related Disorders) ................................................................................... 16
Answers: ......................................................................................................................... 22
Lecture questions: ........................................................................................................... 22
Week 5 (Mood disorders) .................................................................................................... 23
Answers: ......................................................................................................................... 28
Lecture Questions: .......................................................................................................... 29
Week 6 (Neurocognitive Disorders)..................................................................................... 30
Answers: ......................................................................................................................... 36
Lecture Questions: .......................................................................................................... 37
Week 7 (Somatic Symptoms and related disorders) ............................................................ 38
Answers: ......................................................................................................................... 43
Week 8 (Intellectual Disability and ASD) ............................................................................. 45
Intellectual Disability (ID) ................................................................................................. 45
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) .................................................................................... 47
Answers: ......................................................................................................................... 50
Lecture Slides:................................................................................................................. 50
Week 9 (Substance Abuse disorder) ................................................................................... 51
Answers: ......................................................................................................................... 56
Lecture Slides:................................................................................................................. 56
Week 10 (Psychological Factors and Medical conditions) Co-morbidity and Models ........... 57
Answers: ......................................................................................................................... 62
Lecture slides: ................................................................................................................. 63
Week 11 (Personality Disorders) ......................................................................................... 64
Answers: ......................................................................................................................... 69
Lecture questions: ........................................................................................................... 70
Week 12 (Childhood disorders) ........................................................................................... 71
Answers: ......................................................................................................................... 76
Lecture Questions: .......................................................................................................... 76
, PSYC3102 Comprehensive Study Questions
Week 2 (Models of psychopathlogy)
1. Which scenario best exemplifies the influence of the endocrine system on
psychopathology?
○ A. A patient with depression shows low levels of serotonin.
○ B. A person experiences anxiety after prolonged exposure to stress, leading to
increased cortisol levels.
○ C. Twins raised in different environments exhibit similar personality traits.
○ D. A person's phobia is treated using systematic desensitization.
2. Which finding would most strongly support a genetic basis for a disorder?
○ A. High concordance rates for the disorder in monozygotic twins compared to
dizygotic twins.
○ B. Higher prevalence of the disorder in adopted children compared to their
biological relatives.
○ C. Similar prevalence rates of the disorder in different cultures.
○ D. Effective treatment of the disorder using cognitive-behavioral therapy.
Psychodynamic Model
3. Which of the following behaviors would Freud likely attribute to the influence of
the Id?
○ A. A person meticulously plans their day to achieve maximum productivity.
○ B. An individual reacts impulsively and aggressively when provoked.
○ C. Someone strives to follow societal rules and expectations.
○ D. A patient uses defense mechanisms to cope with stress.
4. According to the psychodynamic model, which situation is an example of
transference?
○ A. A client begins to feel and act toward their therapist as they do towards their
parent.
○ B. A person experiences anxiety due to unresolved childhood conflicts.
○ C. A patient receives unconditional positive regard from their therapist.
○ D. An individual modifies their behavior based on reinforcement.
Humanistic Model
,5. In humanistic therapy, how might a therapist respond to a client expressing self-
doubt?
○ A. By challenging the client's irrational thoughts directly.
○ B. By providing unconditional positive regard and empathetic understanding.
○ C. By analyzing the client's childhood experiences.
○ D. By developing a token economy to reward positive behavior.
Behavioural Model
6. Which treatment approach is most aligned with the behavioral model of
psychopathology?
○ A. Exploring unconscious conflicts through free association.
○ B. Identifying and modifying distorted thought patterns.
○ C. Utilizing reinforcement and punishment to alter maladaptive behaviors.
○ D. Encouraging clients to achieve self-actualization.
Cognitive Model
7. Which cognitive distortion is reflected in the thought, "If I fail this test, I am a
complete failure in life"?
○ A. Arbitrary inference
○ B. Overgeneralization
○ C. Dichotomous thinking
○ D. Magnification
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
8. Which statement best captures the essence of mindfulness-based therapy?
○ A. It focuses on resolving unconscious conflicts from early childhood.
○ B. It emphasizes the role of neurotransmitters in regulating mood.
○ C. It involves staying present in the moment and observing thoughts without
judgment.
○ D. It aims to increase psychological flexibility by changing maladaptive thoughts.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
9. In ACT, what does psychological flexibility primarily involve?
○ A. Suppressing negative thoughts and emotions.
○ B. Changing maladaptive behaviors to align with long-term values.
○ C. Using defense mechanisms to cope with stress.
, ○ D. Reinforcing positive behaviors through rewards.
Neurotransmitter Systems
10. Which neurotransmitter is primarily associated with anxiety reduction?
○ A. Dopamine
○ B. Serotonin
○ C. Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA)
○ D. Noradrenalin
11. Which approach would best investigate the role of genetics in schizophrenia?
○ A. Examining the neurotransmitter levels in affected individuals.
○ B. Conducting adoption studies comparing rates of schizophrenia in biological vs.
adoptive families.
○ C. Analyzing the impact of early childhood trauma on later development.
○ D. Assessing the effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral therapy.
Psychodynamic Model
12. A client exhibits symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). According
to Freud, these symptoms might be the result of:
○ A. Excessive reinforcement of compulsive behaviors.
○ B. Repressed conflicts and unresolved issues from the anal stage of
development.
○ C. Maladaptive thinking patterns about contamination and cleanliness.
○ D. A chemical imbalance in the brain.
Humanistic Model
13. A therapist using a humanistic approach might help a client dealing with low self-
esteem by:
○ A. Analyzing their early childhood experiences.
○ B. Challenging their irrational thoughts and cognitive distortions.
○ C. Providing unconditional positive regard and empathetic understanding.
○ D. Implementing a behavior modification plan with rewards and punishments.
Behavioural Model
