Psychiatry MCQs
1. Which of the following is a common symptom of major depressive disorder?
A) Euphoria
B) Hallucinations
C) Persistent sadness
D) Hyperactivity
Answer: C) Persistent sadness
2. What is the primary treatment modality for bipolar disorder?
A) Antidepressants
B) Antipsychotics
C) Lithium or mood stabilizers
D) Anxiolytics
Answer: C) Lithium or mood stabilizers
3. Which disorder is characterized by excessive worry and anxiety about various aspects of life, lasting for at least six months?
A) Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
B) Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
C) Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
D) Social anxiety disorder
Answer: B) Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
4. What is the hallmark symptom of schizophrenia?
A) Persistent mood swings
B) Delusions and hallucinations
C) Impulsivity
D) Memory loss
Answer: B) Delusions and hallucinations
5. Which therapeutic approach is primarily used to help individuals with borderline personality disorder manage their emotions and improve relationships?
A) Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
B) Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
C) Psychodynamic therapy
D) Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)
Answer: B) Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
6. What is the main characteristic of a panic attack?
A) Gradual onset of anxiety
B) Sudden onset of intense fear or discomfort
C) Persistent feeling of sadness
D) Recurrent intrusive thoughts
Answer: B) Sudden onset of intense fear or discomfort
7. Which medication class is commonly prescribed for the treatment of schizophrenia?
A) Antidepressants
B) Antipsychotics
C) Mood stabilizers
D) Stimulants
Answer: B) Antipsychotics
8. In which disorder does an individual have a preoccupation with perceived flaws or defects in physical appearance that are not observable to others?
A) Body dysmorphic disorder
B) Social anxiety disorder
C) Hypochondriasis
D) Eating disorder
Answer: A) Body dysmorphic disorder
9. Which disorder is characterized by the presence of multiple personality states or identities?
A) Dissociative identity disorder
B) Conversion disorder
C) Somatic symptom disorder
D) Depersonalization disorder
Answer: A) Dissociative identity disorder
10. What is the primary goal of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)?
A) To explore unconscious thoughts and feelings
B) To alter negative thought patterns and behaviors
C) To increase self-awareness through dream analysis
D) To enhance interpersonal relationships through communication skills
Answer: B) To alter negative thought patterns and behaviors