Anxiety, Depression, and Suicide Answers

Anxiety disorders can be genetic or caused by a traumatic life event.

Anxiety only occurs in those who have an anxiety disorder.

Feelings of sadness __________. A. are only felt by those with depression B. are one of the major symptoms of depression C. usually also lead to panic attacks D. should be ignored even when they last a long period of time Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

There are no risks when taking medication to treat anxiety.

How does therapy help in the treatment of depression? A. changes negative thinking patterns B. alters the chemical balance in the brain C. disrupts damaging electrical signals in the brain D. raises levels of serotonin in the brain Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

If you suspect someone you know may attempt suicide, you should __________.A.help them talk through their issuesB.help them by ignoring their behaviorC.help them by pointing out their faultsD.help them conceal their problems from others Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Which of these statements BEST describes a suicide cluster? A. A suicide cluster occurs when multiple people attempt suicide at one time. B. A suicide cluster occurs when a suicide is attempted in prison. C. A suicide cluster occurs when a suicide is performed by a group of people after experiencing a national disaster. D. A suicide cluster occurs when a suicide is covered by multiple media sources. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Periods of depression that do not affect our daily lives are called adjustment disorders.

One type of treatment for extreme depression includes sending electrical currents through the brain.

Which of these statements describes experiences or feelings related to anxiety? A. excessive fear of objects or situations B. fear of embarrassment C. constant worry D. all of the above Please select the best answer from the choices provided.