15 MCQs to Test Your Knowledge of Anxiety

 1. What is anxiety?

a) A normal reaction to stress b) A mental health disorder c) A physical illness d) A social norm

Correct Answer: b) A mental health disorder

2. Which neurotransmitter is often associated with anxiety? a) Dopamine b) Serotonin c) Acetylcholine d) GABA

Correct Answer: b) Serotonin

3. What is a common symptom of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)? a) Panic attacks b) Excessive worry c) Obsessive-compulsive behaviors d) Hallucinations

Correct Answer: b) Excessive worry

4. Which of the following is a cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) technique used to treat anxiety? a) Mindfulness b) Electroconvulsive therapy c) Hypnotherapy d) Medication

Correct Answer: a) Mindfulness

5. Which phobia is characterized by an intense fear of open spaces or crowded places? a) Acrophobia b) Agoraphobia c) Claustrophobia d) Arachnophobia

Correct Answer: b) Agoraphobia

6. Social anxiety disorder primarily involves a fear of: a) Heights b) Public speaking or social interactions c) Spiders d) Flying

Correct Answer: b) Public speaking or social interactions

7. Which of the following is a common physical symptom of anxiety? a) Dry mouth b) Slow heart rate c) Low blood pressure d) Slurred speech

Correct Answer: a) Dry mouth

8. Panic disorder is characterized by: a) Fear of specific situations or objects b) Sudden and repeated panic attacks c) Persistent unwanted thoughts and rituals d) Difficulty paying attention

Correct Answer: b) Sudden and repeated panic attacks

9. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can develop after exposure to: a) Everyday stressors b) Traumatic events c) An overactive imagination d) A normal life event

Correct Answer: b) Traumatic events

10. Which age group is most commonly affected by generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)? a) Adolescents and young adults b) Children under 5 years old c) Middle-aged individuals d) Elderly population

Correct Answer: a) Adolescents and young adults

11. What is a key characteristic of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)? a) Excessive fear of heights b) Intrusive and unwanted thoughts c) Fear of public places d) Difficulty breathing

Correct Answer: b) Intrusive and unwanted thoughts

12. Which neurotransmitter is often targeted by medications to treat anxiety? a) Dopamine b) Serotonin c) Endorphins d) Melatonin

Correct Answer: b) Serotonin

13. Which type of anxiety disorder involves an irrational fear of specific objects or situations? a) Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) b) Panic disorder c) Phobic disorder d) Social anxiety disorder

Correct Answer: c) Phobic disorder

14. A key component of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for anxiety is: a) Exposure therapy b) Electroconvulsive therapy c) Relaxation techniques d) Traditional counseling

Correct Answer: a) Exposure therapy

15. What is a common strategy for managing anxiety in the moment? a) Avoiding any stressful situation b) Practicing deep breathing or progressive muscle relaxation c) Consuming excessive caffeine d) Overloading oneself with tasks

Correct Answer: b) Practicing deep breathing or progressive muscle relaxation