10 free sample questions with answers and explanations. See how you'd score on the real CLEP exam.
Which of the following is a common comorbidity with trauma-based syndromes?
Explanation
Substance Use Disorder is correct because individuals with trauma-based syndromes often turn to substance use as a maladaptive coping mechanism, by attempting to self-medicate and alleviate symptoms of anxiety, depression, and hyperarousal.
What is the primary symptom of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?
Explanation
Flashbacks are correct because they are a hallmark symptom of PTSD, involving involuntary and intrusive memories of the traumatic event, by disrupting normal memory processing and causing distress.
What is the purpose of an Individualized Education Program (IEP) for a student with a learning disability?
Explanation
To develop a personalized plan for the student's education is correct because an IEP is a tailored plan that outlines the student's specific needs, goals, and objectives, and provides a roadmap for the student's educational journey, taking into account their unique strengths, weaknesses, and learning style.
Which of the following is a common accommodation for students with dysgraphia?
Explanation
Allowing the use of a computer for writing assignments is correct because dysgraphia is a learning disability that affects an individual's ability to write, and using a computer can help alleviate some of the difficulties associated with handwriting and spelling.
What is the primary characteristic of dyslexia?
Explanation
When you watch a child struggle to sound out words while reading a simple storybook, you see a common challenge faced by those with dyslexia. This scenario illustrates the primary characteristic of dyslexia: Trouble with reading and decoding, which affects an individual's ability to recognize and process written words. In contrast, option "Difficulty with math problems", is a separate issue that, while potentially related, is not the defining trait of dyslexia.
What is the name of the classification system used to diagnose intellectual disability?
Explanation
DSM-5 is correct because the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, is the classification system used to diagnose intellectual disability, as well as other mental health conditions.
What is the term for the process of placing individuals with intellectual disabilities in community-based settings?
Explanation
Deinstitutionalization is correct because it refers to the process of moving individuals with intellectual disabilities out of institutions and into community-based settings, such as group homes or supported apartments, to promote greater independence and integration.
Which of the following is a risk factor for developing Alzheimer's disease?
Explanation
Family history of the disease is correct because having a first-degree relative with Alzheimer's disease increases an individual's risk of developing the disease, suggesting a possible genetic component.
What is the primary cause of vascular dementia?
Explanation
When you visit an elderly relative who has had a series of small strokes, you may notice they have difficulty remembering things and making decisions. This is because the strokes have caused Reduced blood flow to the brain, leading to vascular dementia. The correct answer is not related to Amyloid plaques, which are more commonly associated with Alzheimer's disease, a different condition altogether. Reduced blood flow to the brain is the primary cause of vascular dementia, as it damages brain tissue and disrupts normal brain function.
Which type of dementia is characterized by the accumulation of Lewy bodies?
Explanation
Dementia with Lewy bodies is characterized by the accumulation of Lewy bodies, which are abnormal protein clumps that disrupt brain cell function. This condition is distinct from other types of dementia due to the presence of these hallmark protein aggregates.