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1.

Which mental health condition is characterized by persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest?

Answer: Depression.
2.

What is the term for a mental health condition that involves extreme mood swings?

Answer: Bipolar disorder.
3.

Which therapy focuses on changing negative thought patterns?

Answer: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
4.

What is the name of the mental health condition that involves a fear of social situations?

Answer: Social anxiety disorder.
5.

Which neurotransmitter is often linked to feelings of happiness and well-being?

Answer: Serotonin.
6.

What is the term for a mental health disorder characterized by compulsive eating followed by purging?

Answer: Bulimia nervosa.
7.

Which mental health condition is characterized by a lack of interest in activities and emotional numbness?

Answer: Major depressive disorder.
8.

What is the name of the mental health condition that involves experiencing flashbacks and severe anxiety after a traumatic event?

Answer: PostTraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
9.

Which age group is most commonly affected by Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?

Answer: Children.
10.

What is the term for a mental health condition that involves excessive worry about various aspects of life?

Answer: Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD).
11.

Which mental health disorder is characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight?

Answer: Anorexia nervosa.
12.

What is the primary goal of mindfulness-based therapy?

Answer: To increase awareness and acceptance of the present moment.
13.

Which mental health condition is often associated with obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors?

Answer: ObsessiveCompulsive Disorder (OCD).
14.

What is the term for a mental health condition that involves a significant decline in cognitive function?

Answer: Dementia.
15.

Which type of therapy involves talking to a trained professional about thoughts and feelings?

Answer: Psychotherapy.
16.

What is the name of the mental health condition characterized by a persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity?

Answer: AttentionDeficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
17.

Which mental health disorder is characterized by a preoccupation with perceived flaws in physical appearance?

Answer: Body Dysmorphic Disorder.
18.

What is the term for a mental health condition that involves experiencing extreme fear of being separated from a loved one?

Answer: Separation Anxiety Disorder.
19.

Which mental health condition is often treated with medications called mood stabilizers?

Answer: Bipolar disorder.
20.

What is the term for a mental health condition that involves a lack of empathy and disregard for others' feelings?

Answer: Antisocial Personality Disorder.
21.

Which mental health condition is characterized by a pattern of unstable relationships and self-image?

Answer: Borderline Personality Disorder.
22.

What is the name of the mental health condition that involves excessive fear of a specific object or situation?

Answer: Phobia.
23.

Which therapy technique involves exposure to feared situations to reduce anxiety?

Answer: Exposure therapy.
24.

What is the term for a mental health condition that involves experiencing intense episodes of fear and physical symptoms?

Answer: Panic disorder.
25.

What is the name of the mental health condition that involves a pattern of excessive emotionality and attention-seeking behavior?

Answer: Histrionic Personality Disorder.
26.

Which mental health condition is often treated with antidepressant medications?

Answer: Major depressive disorder.
27.

What is the term for a mental health condition that involves a persistent pattern of anger and irritability?

Answer: Intermittent Explosive Disorder.
28.

Which mental health condition is characterized by a strong desire to pull out one's hair?

Answer: Trichotillomania.
29.

What is the name of the mental health condition that involves a fear of being judged or embarrassed in social situations?

Answer: Social anxiety disorder.
30.

Which therapy focuses on understanding the influence of the unconscious mind on behavior?

Answer: Psychodynamic therapy.
31.

What is the term for a mental health condition that involves a significant preoccupation with food and body image?

Answer: Eating disorders.
32.

Which mental health condition is characterized by a lack of interest in social interactions?

Answer: Schizoid Personality Disorder.
33.

What is the name of the mental health condition that involves experiencing delusions and hallucinations?

Answer: Schizophrenia.
34.

What is the term for a mental health condition that involves a pattern of excessive need for approval and sensitivity to criticism?

Answer: Dependent Personality Disorder.
35.

Which mental health condition is characterized by a persistent feeling of detachment from oneself or surroundings?

Answer: Depersonalization/Derealization Disorder.
36.

Which mental health condition is characterized by a pattern of disregard for the rights of others?

Answer: Antisocial Personality Disorder.
37.

What is the term for a mental health condition that involves experiencing intense fear of weight gain?

Answer: Anorexia nervosa.
38.

Which therapy technique involves journaling and self-reflection to improve mental health?

Answer: Expressive writing therapy.
39.

What is the name of the mental health condition that involves a pattern of unstable moods and relationships?

Answer: Borderline Personality Disorder.
40.

Which mental health condition is characterized by a strong urge to engage in repetitive behaviors?

Answer: ObsessiveCompulsive Disorder (OCD).
41.

Which mental health condition is characterized by a fear of being in situations where escape might be difficult?

Answer: Agoraphobia.
42.

What is the name of the mental health condition that involves a pattern of excessive emotionality and attention-seeking?

Answer: Histrionic Personality Disorder.
43.

What is the term for a mental health condition that involves a persistent pattern of irritability and anger?

Answer: Intermittent Explosive Disorder.
44.

Which mental health condition is characterized by a strong desire to engage in self-harm?

Answer: Nonsuicidal selfinjury (NSSI).
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