Question

1. This group of disorders does not have strong evidence for a genetic risk component

A. somatic symptoms disorders

B. dissociative disorders

C. substance use disorders

D. schizophrenic disorders

2. Which of the following increase alertness and elevate mood?

A. opiates

B. hallucinogens

C. depressants

D. stimulants

3. Schizophrenia most commonly appears in

A. early childhood

B. late adulthood

C. middle or late adulthood

D. adolescence or early adulthood

Thank you

Answer 1

1.Option B)

Psychological researchers agree that dissociative disorder are likely due to slteration in brain chemistry and severe trauma, however the disorder is not hereditary.

2.Option D)

Stimulants are a class of drugs that elevate mood, increase energy and alertness as well as give a sense of well being.Depressants act tge opposite, they slow down brain activity and calm the individual.Hallucinogens are drugs that alter our state of consciousness and perception.Opiates are drugs which have effect of painkiller and give a sense of calmness and well being.

3.Option B)Schizophrenia is a neuropsychiatric illness marked by hallucinations, delusions and a range of other symptoms which can have a debilitating effect on individual's life.The most prevelant age of onset is late adulthood.