Question

Identify the disorder Major Chandra is suffering from:

• A. Conversion Disorder
• B. Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
• C. Illness-Anxiety Disorder
• D. Generalised Anxiety Disorder
• A. Adjustment Disorders
• B. Somatic Symptom Disorder
• C. Separation Anxiety Disorder
• D. Social Anxiety Disorder
• A. Paralysis
• B. Depressed mood
• C. Emotional Numbing
• D. Exfoliation
• A. Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders
• B. Dissociative Disorders
• C. Bipolar and Related Disorders
• D. Trauma and Stress-Related Disorders
• A. DSM V
• B. ICD V
• C. GSM IV
• D. ISM V

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Major Chandra is exhibiting symptoms consistent with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which is characterized by recurrent flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety following a traumatic event. His experience of being in a life-threatening situation, witnessing violence, and getting injured contributes to the development of PTSD.

(1) False: Conversion Disorder involves neurological symptoms (like paralysis or blindness) without a medical cause, not flashbacks or nightmares. It’s not related to trauma-induced symptoms.

(2) True: PTSD is marked by flashbacks and nightmares after experiencing a traumatic event, which is exactly what Major Chandra is experiencing.

(3) False: Illness-Anxiety Disorder involves preoccupation with having or acquiring a serious illness, which does not align with Chandra’s symptoms. His symptoms are trauma-related, not health-related anxiety.

(4) False: Generalized Anxiety Disorder involves excessive worry about various aspects of life, not specifically related to traumatic experiences. PTSD is focused on anxiety and stress following trauma.

In this case, (2) True correctly describes Major Chandra’s condition, which aligns with PTSD.

 

Answer 2

Adjustment Disorders are classified as trauma and stress-related disorders that occur when an individual experiences difficulty coping with a specific stressor, such as a significant life change or stressful event. They can manifest with symptoms of anxiety, depression, or disturbances in conduct following a stressful situation.

(1) True: Adjustment Disorders are indeed categorized under Trauma and Stress-Related Disorders. These disorders occur in response to a specific stressor and are characterized by emotional or behavioral symptoms that cause distress or impairment.

(2) False: Somatic Symptom Disorder involves physical symptoms that cause significant distress or impairment, but it is not classified as a trauma-related disorder. It is more focused on the physical manifestations of psychological distress.

(3) False: Separation Anxiety Disorder primarily occurs in children and is characterized by excessive fear or anxiety about separation from home or attachment figures. It is not directly related to trauma, but rather to separation from familiar environments.

(4) False: Social Anxiety Disorder involves intense fear of social situations and is not classified under trauma and stress-related disorders. It is an anxiety disorder that is not specifically linked to a traumatic event or stressor.

The correct statement is (1) True, as Adjustment Disorders are part of the trauma and stress-related disorders category.

Answer 3

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can manifest with a variety of symptoms following a traumatic event. In Major Chandra’s case, he experiences flashbacks and nightmares, which are characteristic symptoms of PTSD.

Here’s the evaluation of the provided statements:

(1) False: Paralysis is not a recognized symptom of PTSD. PTSD typically involves symptoms like flashbacks, nightmares, and emotional numbing, not physical paralysis.

(2) True: Depressed mood can occur in individuals with PTSD, but it is not one of the hallmark symptoms. PTSD primarily involves symptoms related to re-experiencing trauma, hyperarousal, and avoidance. Depression is a common secondary effect but not the central feature.

(3) True: Emotional numbing is a specific symptom of PTSD, where individuals feel detached from their emotions and surroundings. This can lead to feelings of disconnection from others and difficulties in experiencing positive emotions.

(4) False: Exfoliation is not related to PTSD and generally refers to skin conditions like peeling or shedding of skin. It is not a symptom of PTSD.

The correct statements are (2) True and (3) True, as both describe symptoms that can occur with PTSD.

 

Answer 4

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is categorized under Trauma and Stress Related Disorders. This classification encompasses disorders that can occur after exposure to a traumatic or stressful event. Here’s a brief overview of the options:
• (1) False: Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders involve physical symptoms without a clear medical cause, not related to trauma. 
• (2) False: Dissociative Disorders involve disruptions in consciousness, memory, or identity, which is different from PTSD. 
• (3) False: Bipolar and Related Disorders are mood disorders characterized by alternating episodes of mania and depression. 
• (4) True: Trauma and Stress Related Disorders include PTSD, which arises from traumatic experiences.

Answer 5

The correct manual for classifying psychological disorders is the DSM V (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition). Here’s a brief overview of the options:

(1) True: DSM V is widely used by mental health professionals for diagnosing and classifying mental disorders. It is the standard manual in the field for diagnosis.

(2) False: ICD V refers to the International Classification of Diseases, but the latest version is ICD-11, which includes mental health disorders but is not the primary manual for psychological disorders. DSM V is the more commonly used tool in diagnosing mental health conditions.

(3) False: GSM IV is not a recognized manual in the field of psychology. The correct term is DSM-IV, which was the previous edition of the DSM before the release of DSM V.

(4) False: ISM V is not an official classification system for psychological disorders. This appears to be a typographical error; the correct term is DSM V.

So, (1) True is the correct statement. DSM V is the standard manual for classifying psychological disorders.