Moods Disorders Differ from Temporary Emotional Reactions to Life Events

question 23

Multiple Choice

Moods disorders differ from temporary emotional reactions to life events because they ____.

• A) have an impact in only one aspect of a person's life
• B) do not persist over an extended period of time
• C) only occur for specific reasons
• D) are markedly out-of-proportion to life circumstances

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Definitions:

United States

A country located in North America, comprising 50 states, a federal district, five major self-governing territories, and various possessions.

Delusion

A false belief firmly held despite clear evidence to the contrary, often occurring as part of a psychological disorder.

Persecutory Delusion

A type of false belief where a person thinks that they are being mistreated, spied on, or plotted against without evidence.

Somatic Delusion

A false belief about the functioning or physical appearance of one's own body.