1.04 (G) Pre-course knowledge test
Pre-course knowledge test TOTAL POINTS 15
1. Regarding drug addictions in the general population, choose the correct statement from the following options. The chances of recovery decrease with age 80% of people who try illegal drugs become addicted to them People who delay their first use of drugs to after the age of 25 are less likely to become addicted Addictions are the psychiatric disorder with the lowest odds of recovery
2. Regarding work and mental health, choose the correct statement from the following options. People with a mental illness are unable to work in normal occupations The benefits of work include gaining a sense of purpose, self-esteem, daily structure and social connections Finding a job always leads to an improvement in mental health People with major mental illnesses in developing countries are less likely to work than in developed countries
3. Regarding mood disorders (including depression and bipolar disorder), choose the correct statement from the following options. People with bipolar disorder have a split personality It is possible to cure depression with a positive attitude Depression is one of the leading causes of disability worldwide During a manic episode, people have low energy and tend to talk slowly
4. Regarding the concept of attachment in relationships, choose the correct statement from the following options. Attachment bonds are usually only relevant in childhood Insecure attachments are mostly problematic Attachment states of mind have little to do with body functions like eating, sleeping and sexuality People with a secure attachment state of mind are comfortable asking for help when they need it 5. Regarding personal recovery from mental illness, choose the correct statement from the following options. To achieve recovery, all symptoms of the illness must be eliminated Recovery is different for everyone depending on their values and goals People with a diagnosis of schizophrenia very rarely reach recovery Current mental health policies do not incorporate the concepts of personal recovery 6. What percentage of the population will have a psychotic episode at some stage in their lifetime? 10% 50% 0.1% 3%
7. NOTE: The rest of the questions in this quiz ask you to find the one INCORRECT statement. Regarding the relationship between diet, nutrition and mental health, choose the incorrect statement from the following options. The quality of people's diets is strongly related to their risk for developing depression and anxiety For people with depression, improving the quality of their diet can lead to improvements in mood The diet of children and teenagers does not affect their future risk of mental disorders Unhealthy diet is now the leading risk factor for early death across the world 8. Regarding positive mental health, choose the incorrect statement from the following options. Social well-being refers to the sense of being connected to others or belonging to a community Positive emotions can increase a person's motivation and ability to cope with difficult situations People with a mental illness always have low levels of well-being and happiness Helping others can improve emotional well-being 9. Regarding anxiety disorders, choose the incorrect statement from the following options. Anxiety disorders are the most common of all the psychiatric disorders Anxiety and stress can have positive effects, such as increased performance Agoraphobia is due to a fear of confined spaces Agoraphobia is commonly associated with panic attacks
10. Regarding the link between exercise and mental health, choose the incorrect statement from the following options. The modern lifestyle has reduced our opportunities for physical activity in everyday life People who lead a sedentary lifestyle are less likely to develop depression than those who exercise regularly People who have heart disease are 2-3 times more likely to develop depression compared with the general population Physical activity is recommended as an evidence-based treatment for depression
11. Regarding sleep, choose the incorrect statement from the following options. Around 10% of people have insomnia severe enough to cause problems with their functioning in the daytime Insomnia can cause tiredness, poor concentration and irritable moods Spending less time in bed can be helpful to improve your sleep Getting a good night's sleep means you do not wake up during the night 12. Regarding psychiatric medications, choose the incorrect statement from the following options. Antidepressants can be addictive if taken regularly Most antidepressants alter the processing of brain chemicals, such as serotonin Mood stabilising medications are used for the treatment of bipolar disorder Antidepressants are an effective form of treatment for anxiety disorders
13. Regarding stress, choose the incorrect statement from the following options. Stress is "all in the mind" People are usually able to manage high stress by using different strategies they have learnt throughout life, including soothing from others We all need to learn to manage stress for our well-being We have evolved a "social nervous system" that balances two systems of "fight and flight" and "rest, digest, restore"; this can manage stress effectively 14. Regarding trauma, choose the one incorrect statement from the following options. Trauma is when a stressful experience exceeds a person's capacity to regulate themselves and manage in the face of it Traumatic past events in childhood and later life are risk factors in mental and physical health We rarely recover from trauma Trauma can break down our sense of self and how we feel about ourselves, others and the world 15. Regarding resilience, choose the incorrect statement from the following options. Resilience is the ability to bounce back from traumatic or stressful experiences and adapt flexibly to changing demands Resilience can be learned Resilience has little to do with support from others and is more an individual trait Resilience can support how we can grow after trauma, not just restore or recover
