DBT skills
In DBT, “wise mind” represents the integration of which two opposing states?
A) Emotional mind and rational mind
B) Reactive mind and passive mind
C) Logical mind and impulsive mind
D) Analytical mind and intuitive mind
A) Emotional mind and rational mind
Which of the following is NOT one of the 3 key components of self-regulation?
A. Awareness of one's emotions, thoughts and body cues
B. Control of impulses and behaviors
C. Flexibility in using tools to calm down, focus or cope
D. Ability to use mindfulness in difficult situations
D. Ability to use mindfulness in difficult situations
Who is considered the father of psychoanalysis?
A) Carl Rogers
B) Sigmund Freud
C) B.F. Skinner
D) Ivan Pavlov
B) Sigmund Freud
This mammal is considered the rarest in the world, with only a handful left in the wild.
A) Vaquita
B) Amur Leopard
C) Aye-Aye
D) Javan Rhino
A) Vaquita
This disorder is characterized by periods of extreme highs (mania) and lows (depression).
Bipolar Disorder
In interpersonal effectiveness, the acronym “FAST” focuses on:
A) Prioritizing others’ needs
B) Maintaining self-respect
C) Managing conflict smoothly
D) Encouraging emotional expression
B) Maintaining self-respect
In DBT, the concept of “Wise Mind” refers to:
A) Making decisions based solely on logic and facts
B) Ignoring emotions to stay rational
C) The balanced integration of emotional and rational thinking
D) Following your impulses without hesitation
C) The balanced integration of emotional and rational thinking
Which part of the brain is primarily responsible for regulating emotions and memory?
A) Cerebellum
B) Hippocampus
C) Amygdala
D) Hypothalamus
C) Amygdala
This is currently the tallest roller coaster in the world, reaching a staggering height of 456 feet.
A. Top Thrill 2 — Cedar Point
B. Kingda Ka — Six Flags Great Adventure
C. Red Force — Ferrari Land
D. Superman: Escape from Krypton — Six Flags Magic Mountain
Kingda Ka — Six Flags Great Adventure?
People with this disorder may experience intrusive thoughts and feel compelled to perform repetitive behaviors.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
In DBT, what is the primary purpose of “check the facts” within Emotional Regulation?
A) To confirm if emotions fit the situation accurately
B) To suppress unwanted feelings
C) To analyze others’ behaviors objectively
D) To avoid conflict in relationships
A) To confirm if emotions fit the situation accurately
Which of the following best describes the purpose of validation in interpersonal relationships?
A) To agree with everything the other person says
B) To acknowledge and accept another person’s feelings and experiences as understandable
C) To solve the other person’s problems for them
D) To minimize emotional expression for the sake of harmony
B) To acknowledge and accept another person’s feelings and experiences as understandable
In classical conditioning, what is the stimulus that naturally triggers a response without prior learning?
A) Conditioned stimulus
B) Neutral stimulus
C) Unconditioned stimulus
D) Reinforcer
C) Unconditioned stimulus
Which is the deadliest element on the periodic table of elements?
A. Arsenic
B. Radon
C. Polonium
D. Mercury
This mental illness is marked by distorted thinking, hallucinations, and delusions.
Schizophrenia
Which interpersonal skill acronym helps you effectively balance assertiveness and relationship-building?
A) DEAR MAN
B) GIVE
C) FAST
D) ACCEPTS
GIVE
In the context of self-regulation, which approach best exemplifies effective tolerance of uncertainty when facing ambiguous or uncontrollable situations?
A) Employing cognitive flexibility to accept unpredictability while maintaining goal-directed behavior
B) Seeking external validation to confirm possible outcomes before acting
C) Suppressing anxious thoughts until the uncertainty resolves
D) Intensively analyzing all potential risks to eliminate unpredictability
A) Employing cognitive flexibility to accept unpredictability while maintaining goal-directed behavior
What psychological perspective focuses on observable behaviors rather than internal mental processes?
A) Cognitive psychology
B) Behaviorism
C) Humanistic psychology
D) Psychodynamic psychology
B) Behaviorism
This president issued the Emancipation Proclamation, which declared freedom for slaves in Confederate states during the Civil War.
A. George Washington
B. Thomas Jefferson
C. Abraham Lincoln
D. Ulysses S. Grant
Abraham Lincoln
This personality disorder is marked by a disregard for the rights of others, lack of remorse, deceitfulness, and often involves violating social norms or laws.
Antisocial Personality Disorder
Name all the letters of DEARMAN
Describe, express, assert, reinforce, mindful, appear confident, negotiate
In cognitive-behavioral approaches to problem solving, which phase emphasizes generating diverse alternative strategies without immediate judgment or evaluation?
A) Problem identification
B) Solution generation (brainstorming)
C) Outcome evaluation
D) Action planning
B) Solution generation (brainstorming)
According to Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, which level must typically be satisfied before an individual can pursue self-actualization, and what does this level primarily address?
A) Esteem needs — gaining respect and recognition from others
B) Safety needs — securing physical and emotional stability
C) Belongingness and love needs — forming intimate relationships and social connections
D) Physiological needs — fulfilling basic survival requirements like food and shelter
D) Physiological needs — fulfilling basic survival requirements like food and shelter
This ancient civilization is credited with building the famous site of Machu Picchu.
A) Aztec
B) Maya
C) Inca
D) Olmec
C. Inca
This personality disorder is characterized by intense fears of abandonment, unstable relationships, mood swings, impulsivity, and difficulty with self-image.
Borderline Personality Disorder