(07.06 MC)Emily is concerned about the memory loss she has been experiencing. At times, she feels like she’s been “on autopilot” and cannot recall the events of her day. She was shocked to find a series of emails she had no memory of writing. One coworker has confronted Emily about her mood changes. Some days, she is outgoing and bubbly, and on others, she is withdrawn and quiet. Which condition could accurately be used to describe Emily’s symptoms?

(07.07 MC)Which concept reflects the idea that hypnosis is a state where the individual is processing information on two levels simultaneously?

(07.06 LC)A person who engages in episodes of overeating without purging, fasting, or exercising might be diagnosed with which psychological disorder?

(07.06 LC)A person who binges on high-calorie foods and then purges a short time later might be diagnosed with which psychological disorder?

(07.07 MC)A researcher has been investigating the relationship between various treatments and severity of symptoms. The table below reflects the severity of symptoms (rated 1-10, with 10 being the most severe) before and after treatment. Individual therapy Group therapy Family therapy Medication No treatment Before 8 7 8 7 8 After 2 5 4 1 8 What is the median severity of symptoms after treatment excluding the “no treatment” condition?

(07.06 MC)Study the table. Then answer the question that follows. A B C D Difficulty with reading,spelling, or writing Poor grades Struggle with timed testsor complex tasks Difficulty planning orexecuting actions Clumsiness or slowness intasks requiring movement Repetitive movements Social skills deficiencies Repetitive behaviors Impaired theory of mind Inattention Distractibility Impulsivity Nikolai was recently diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Which group of symptoms likely reflects Nikolai’s experience?

(07.02 MC)Which of the following situations accurately reflects the emphasis of positive psychology?

(07.04 MC)Study the table. Then answer the question that follows. A B C D Emily was involved in a serious car accident nine months ago. Since leaving the hospital, she has been experiencing flashbacks, avoids driving, struggles to fall asleep, and feels withdrawn from friends and family. Emily has started using alcohol as a tool to help her cope with feelings. This is causing her to make mistakes at work or take days off. Jacob witnessed a violent robbery while working at a convenience store last week. Since the incident, he has been experiencing intrusive thoughts about the incident and having trouble concentrating in class. When he goes to work, Jacob often experiences a racing heartbeat and cold sweats. Sometimes, he calls out sick due to his fears. Simone has been struggling with feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and emptiness for the past several months. She no longer finds enjoyment in activities she used to love and wakes up feeling exhausted. She has trouble concentrating at work, and her decline in productivity has caught the attention of her supervisor. Mark constantly worries about a wide range of issues: his job performance, his health, his relationships, and even minor everyday tasks. He recognizes that his anxious thoughts are disproportionate to the situation. He suffers from muscle tension, headaches, and trouble sleeping. Which case study from the chart above most accurately describes a person who may be diagnosed with acute stress disorder?

(07.01 MC)Study the table. Then answer the question that follows. A B C D Maria is feeling overwhelmed by stress related to work and her personal illness. She has reached out to her family and close friends, who are also stressed about work. She has regular meet-ups and check-in calls with this supportive network. Daniel has been working long hours on a major work project that has a tight deadline. For the past few weeks, he’s been feeling stressed and overwhelmed. However, as the deadline approaches, he can feel his body becoming more energized. He looks forward to resting when the work is done. Jake just received news that he didn’t get the work promotion he had been hoping for. He spends the evening doing activities that help him relax and distract himself. He watches his favorite movies and eats some comfort food. Samantha is a project manager who has just been assigned a large and complicated project with a tight deadline. She decides to break it down into smaller, more manageable tasks. She creates a detailed timeline, delegates tasks to her team members, and sets clear goals for each stage of the project. Which scenario describes the problem-focused approach to stress?

(07.03 MC)Which concept supports the diathesis-stress model by providing evidence that genetic expression is affected by the environment?