The Body Keeps the Score - Chapters 9–10 Quiz

What does the author say about the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) regarding childhood trauma?

Question Answer Choices The DSM-5 includes 'Developmental Trauma Disorder.' The DSM-5 does not include 'Developmental Trauma Disorder.' The DSM-5 was written specifically to address developmental trauma. The DSM-5 focuses solely on childhood trauma.

What does the author say about the process of taking a patient's history in psychiatry?

Question Answer Choices It is a straightforward process that is consistent among psychiatrists. It is a difficult process which varies widely between psychiatrists. It is an unnecessary step in diagnosing psychiatric disorders. It is always conducted in a standardized manner.

What is often the root cause of problems such as obesity, substance abuse, and self-harm?

Question Answer Choices Poor diet and exercise habits. Childhood trauma. Genetic predisposition. Lack of education.

What does the author argue about the diagnosis of psychiatric disorders?

Question Answer Choices The diagnosis of a psychiatric disorder has serious consequences for the patient but is often reached in an arbitrary manner. The diagnosis of psychiatric disorders is rarely consequential for the patient. Psychiatric disorders are easily diagnosed with high precision. The diagnosis of psychiatric disorders is straightforward and consistent among doctors.

What does the author say about the relationship between stress responses in parents and their children?

Question Answer Choices Parents' stress responses have no impact on their children. Epigenetic changes are solely caused by environmental factors. Children are unaffected by their parents' treatment. Parents create epigenetic change through stress responses in their own bodies and their treatment of their offspring.

What does the author say about the connection between childhood trauma and adult dysfunction?

Question Answer Choices Adult dysfunction is primarily caused by genetic factors. Being an abused child often leads to becoming a dysfunctional adult. Childhood trauma always results in positive personal growth. Childhood trauma has no significant impact on adult behavior.

What does the author say about the United States' approach to trauma diagnosis and treatment compared to Western Europe?

Question Answer Choices The United States lags behind Western Europe in researching and understanding the nature of trauma. The United States and Western Europe are equivalent in their understanding of trauma. The United States is far ahead of Western Europe in trauma diagnosis and treatment. Western Europe lags behind the United States in trauma research.

What does the author say about the costs of incarceration in the United States?

Question Answer Choices The United States spends $200 billion per year on incarceration. The United States spends $50 billion per year on incarceration. The United States spends $84 billion per year on incarceration. The United States spends $100 billion per year on incarceration.

What is a common issue with how trauma patients are treated?

Question Answer Choices Trauma patients are usually diagnosed accurately on the first attempt. Trauma patients often receive multiple unrelated diagnoses and prescriptions. Trauma patients rarely receive any diagnosis at all. Trauma patients are typically given a single, accurate diagnosis.

Why do some women become overweight according to Chapter 9?

Question Answer Choices To deter advances from men. To fit into societal beauty standards. To improve their health. To increase their self-esteem.