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Which statement is true regarding gender and depression?


A) Over the course of a lifetime, males and females experience a major depressive disorder at approximately equal rates.
B) Over the course of a lifetime, more females experience a major depressive disorder compared with males.
C) Over the course of a lifetime, more males experience a major depressive disorder compared with females.
D) Over the course of a lifetime, females are more likely to experience a major depressive disorder younger in life, whereas males are more likely to experience a major depressive disorder later in life.

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Major depressive disorder is one of the most commonly diagnosed mental disorders among adult Americans.

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One hypothesis regarding depression that can be drawn from an evolutionary perspective is that it results from a mismatch between ______ and ______.


A) current demands of society; the brain and nervous system
B) parenting style; child personality
C) environment; genotype
D) available resources; social competition

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The symptoms of major depressive disorder do NOT include ______.


A) loss of interest or pleasure
B) physical symptoms, such as headache or stomach pains
C) difficulty concentrating
D) psychomotor agitation

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The neurotransmitters closely associated with bipolar disorder do NOT include ______.


A) acetylcholine
B) dopamine
C) norepinephrine
D) serotonin

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Depression in terms of ______ suggests that depressed mood protects the organism by reducing energy expenditure, thereby protecting itself and saving energy for use in the future.


A) habituation
B) resource conservation
C) social competition
D) attachment

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According to the text, "Depression has been related to a variety of physiological, psychological, family, and social components." This statement suggests that depression is BEST understood using a(n) ______ perspective.


A) neuroscience
B) sociocultural
C) evolutionary
D) biopsychosocial

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Lithium is not effective for individuals with rapid cycling bipolar disorder.

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It is hypothesized that cognitive therapy for depression increases function in the brain's ______.


A) amygdala
B) prefrontal cortex
C) pons
D) cerebellum

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Which statement is true regarding depressive episodes?


A) Depressive episodes appear to be entirely triggered by environmental factors.
B) The initial episode has a stronger relationship with environmental factors than later episodes.
C) The initial episode has a stronger relationship with internal physiological changes than later episodes.
D) The episodes appear to be entirely triggered by internal physiological changes.

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Lately, Irene is plagued by thoughts of suicide. Irene is experiencing ______.


A) contemplation
B) rumination
C) ideation
D) deliberation

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Jacquie has made several suicide attempts over the years. In each instance, she swallowed pills or a poisonous liquid. On each of these attempts, her chance of dying was approximately ______.


A) 2%
B) 5%
C) 10%
D) 20%

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______ is characterized by the presence of a major depressive episode and at least one hypomanic episode.


A) Bipolar I disorder
B) Bipolar II disorder
C) Cyclothymia
D) Major depressive disorder

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Suggest how a biopsychosocial model may illuminate the causes of bipolar disorder.

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Paul and Patrick both experience bipolar disorder. Both are in remission, experiencing no symptoms of either mania or depression at present. Paul, however, has experienced a string of stressful events beginning with a natural disaster, followed by family dislocation, financial insecurity, and job change. Patrick's life has been quiet. Before 2 years elapse, Paul is ______ times more likely to experience a relapse of his disorder.


A) 2.5
B) 4.5
C) 6
D) 10

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The association between major life stress and the development of depression is BEST described as ______.


A) inverse
B) minimal
C) moderate
D) strong

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Briefly describe the cognitive model of depression, illustrating the components of the negative cognitive triad with specific thoughts a depressed person might have in response to a stressor.

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The cognitive model is similar to a lear...

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Which psychological treatment for depression helps the client experience their feelings without becoming overwhelmed by anxiety or sadness?


A) psychodynamic
B) cognitive therapy
C) mindfulness therapy
D) emotion-focused therapy

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Gender differences in depression emerge in adolescents, with boys being more likely to be depressed than girls.

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______ is the medication MOST often prescribed for bipolar disorder.

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