Question 1
A patient with major depressive disorder tells you they have been feeling hopeless and have no energy to get out of bed for three weeks. Which DSM-5-TR criterion does this BEST represent?
Correct Answer:
Depressed mood and anhedonia lasting most of the day, nearly every day for at least two weeks
Question 2
Which neurotransmitter imbalance is MOST associated with the positive symptoms of schizophrenia such as hallucinations and delusions?
Correct Answer:
Excess dopamine activity in the mesolimbic pathway
Question 3
A patient with bipolar I disorder is currently experiencing pressured speech, decreased need for sleep, grandiosity, and reckless spending. Which episode is this?
Correct Answer:
Manic episode
Question 4
Which anxiety disorder is characterized by excessive, uncontrollable worry about multiple life domains lasting at least six months?
Correct Answer:
Generalized anxiety disorder
Question 5
A patient reports recurrent, intrusive memories of a car accident six months ago, nightmares, hypervigilance, and emotional numbing. Which diagnosis BEST fits?
Correct Answer:
Post-traumatic stress disorder
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