MCQs on Mental Health
1. Which of the following is a common symptom of depression?
o A) Euphoric mood
o B) Increased energy
o C) Anhedonia
o D) Impulsivity
Answer: C) Anhedonia
Rationale: Anhedonia refers to the inability to feel pleasure,
which is a hallmark symptom of depression.
2. What is the primary goal of cognitive-behavioral therapy
(CBT)?
o A) To explore childhood experiences
o B) To change maladaptive thought patterns
o C) To increase emotional expression
o D) To prescribe medication
Answer: B) To change maladaptive thought patterns
Rationale: CBT focuses on identifying and altering negative
thought patterns to improve emotional regulation and
behavior.
3. Which neurotransmitter is primarily associated with mood
regulation?
o A) Acetylcholine
o B) Serotonin
o C) Dopamine
o D) Norepinephrine
Answer: B) Serotonin
Rationale: Serotonin plays a key role in regulating mood,
and low levels are often linked to depression.
4. A client diagnosed with schizophrenia is experiencing
hallucinations. Which intervention is most appropriate?
o A) Encourage the client to engage in group activities
o B) Reality orientation
o C) Active listening and validation
, o D) Provide a quiet environment
Answer: C) Active listening and validation
Rationale: Listening and validating the client’s feelings can
help build trust while managing hallucinations.
5. What is a characteristic feature of a panic attack?
o A) Gradual onset
o B) Persistent sadness
o C) Intense fear and discomfort
o D) Lack of physical symptoms
Answer: C) Intense fear and discomfort
Rationale: Panic attacks involve sudden episodes of intense
fear that trigger severe physical reactions.
6. Which of the following is a sign of generalized anxiety disorder
(GAD)?
o A) Flashbacks
o B) Chronic worry
o C) Mania
o D) Compulsions
Answer: B) Chronic worry
Rationale: GAD is characterized by excessive and
uncontrollable worry about various aspects of life.
7. In which stage of sleep do most dreams occur?
o A) Stage 1
o B) Stage 2
o C) REM sleep
o D) NREM sleep
Answer: C) REM sleep
Rationale: Rapid Eye Movement (REM) sleep is when most
dreaming occurs and is important for emotional processing.
8. A patient with bipolar disorder is in a manic episode. Which
behavior is most likely to be observed?
o A) Increased sleep
o B) High energy and decreased need for sleep
o C) Withdrawal from social activities
1. Which of the following is a common symptom of depression?
o A) Euphoric mood
o B) Increased energy
o C) Anhedonia
o D) Impulsivity
Answer: C) Anhedonia
Rationale: Anhedonia refers to the inability to feel pleasure,
which is a hallmark symptom of depression.
2. What is the primary goal of cognitive-behavioral therapy
(CBT)?
o A) To explore childhood experiences
o B) To change maladaptive thought patterns
o C) To increase emotional expression
o D) To prescribe medication
Answer: B) To change maladaptive thought patterns
Rationale: CBT focuses on identifying and altering negative
thought patterns to improve emotional regulation and
behavior.
3. Which neurotransmitter is primarily associated with mood
regulation?
o A) Acetylcholine
o B) Serotonin
o C) Dopamine
o D) Norepinephrine
Answer: B) Serotonin
Rationale: Serotonin plays a key role in regulating mood,
and low levels are often linked to depression.
4. A client diagnosed with schizophrenia is experiencing
hallucinations. Which intervention is most appropriate?
o A) Encourage the client to engage in group activities
o B) Reality orientation
o C) Active listening and validation
, o D) Provide a quiet environment
Answer: C) Active listening and validation
Rationale: Listening and validating the client’s feelings can
help build trust while managing hallucinations.
5. What is a characteristic feature of a panic attack?
o A) Gradual onset
o B) Persistent sadness
o C) Intense fear and discomfort
o D) Lack of physical symptoms
Answer: C) Intense fear and discomfort
Rationale: Panic attacks involve sudden episodes of intense
fear that trigger severe physical reactions.
6. Which of the following is a sign of generalized anxiety disorder
(GAD)?
o A) Flashbacks
o B) Chronic worry
o C) Mania
o D) Compulsions
Answer: B) Chronic worry
Rationale: GAD is characterized by excessive and
uncontrollable worry about various aspects of life.
7. In which stage of sleep do most dreams occur?
o A) Stage 1
o B) Stage 2
o C) REM sleep
o D) NREM sleep
Answer: C) REM sleep
Rationale: Rapid Eye Movement (REM) sleep is when most
dreaming occurs and is important for emotional processing.
8. A patient with bipolar disorder is in a manic episode. Which
behavior is most likely to be observed?
o A) Increased sleep
o B) High energy and decreased need for sleep
o C) Withdrawal from social activities
