HSP Evaluation and Diagnosis

Question 1

Which tool is commonly used to assess cognitive functioning?

Accepted Answer

WAIS

Answer

MMPI-2

Answer

BDI

Answer

TAT

Question 2

What does a diagnosis of Major Depressive Disorder require?

Accepted Answer

Five or more symptoms over two weeks

Answer

Sleep disturbance only

Answer

One week of symptoms

Answer

Delusions or hallucinations

Question 3

Which assessment instrument is designed to evaluate personality structure?

Accepted Answer

MMPI-2

Answer

WAIS

Answer

BASC

Answer

NEPSY

Question 4

Which disorder is characterized by alternating periods of mania and depression?

Accepted Answer

Bipolar Disorder

Answer

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

Answer

Schizophrenia

Answer

OCD

Question 5

Which classification system is most commonly used by psychologists in the U.S. for diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

DSM-5

Answer

ICD-10

Answer

APA Handbook

Answer

SNOMED

Question 6

What is a hallmark symptom of PTSD?

Accepted Answer

Re-experiencing trauma

Answer

Persistent delusions

Answer

Disorganized speech

Answer

Severe mood swings