1Cognitive-behavioral therapies are primarily rooted in which psychological viewpoint?
- Psychological Viewpoint
- The Humanistic Viewpoint
- The Sociocultural Viewpoint
- Biological Viewpoint
2In ancient Greek medicine, Hippocrates categorized mental illnesses into which three categories?
- Anxiety, depression, and psychosis.
- Fear, anger, and sadness.
- Mania, melancholia, and phrenitis.
- Schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and personality disorder.
3The Recovery Movement in psychology emphasizes which of the following principles?
- All mental health issues are permanent and require lifelong treatment.
- Individuals with mental illness can improve and lead fulfilling lives with support.
- Only medication can achieve significant improvement.
- Option C
Therapy should be avoided for those with severe disorders.
4Which of the following represents a key trend in contemporary abnormal psychology?
- Behavioral Therapy
- Humanistic Approach
- Positive Psychology
- Psychoanalysis
5What factor is considered as a potential indicator of dangerousness in psychological assessment?
- Self-harming behavior or threats to others.
- High academic performance.
- Disinterest in hobbies or activities.
- Excessive social interaction.
6The emphasis on traits like resilience and well-being in psychology today is a focal point of which movement?
- Crisis Intervention
- Psychoanalytic Therapy
- Behavioral Psychology
- Positive Psychology
7According to early psychological viewpoints, which method was used to explore and treat psychological distress?
- Catharsis
- Cognitive restructuring
- Interpersonal therapy
- Pharmacotherapy
8Thomas Szasz's assertion regarding mental illness highlighted which issue?
- All individuals with mental disorders are a danger to themselves.
- All mental health issues should be medically treated.
- Mental illness can be fully explained through genetics.
- Mental illness is often a societal label rather than a medical condition.
9What was a common belief about abnormal behavior in Pre-historic and ancient civilizations?
- Illnesses were often attributed to demonic possession or sorcery.
- They were considered purely biological phenomena.
- They were attributed solely to mental fatigue.
- They were understood through modern therapeutic frameworks.