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CBSE 12 Psychology Question Paper-2022

CBSE 12 Psychology Question Paper-2022

This mock test includes actual CBSE Class 12 Psychology board exam questions from the year 2022, helping students understand exam trends and practice real paper format

2025-08-12
Pavan Pavan
CBSE Class 12 2022 Grade 12 Psychology

Duration

30 min

Questions

30

Marking

Negative

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What is well-being?

A
A condition characterized by material wealth
B
The ability to perform physical activities
C
The state of being happy and healthy
D
A lack of mental health issues

Differentiate between obsession and compulsion.

A
Obsession refers to negative thoughts; compulsion refers to voluntary actions
B
Obsession is temporary; compulsion is permanent
C
Obsession is caused by external factors; compulsion is genetic
D
Obsession is a mental state; compulsion is an action

How does self-fulfilling prophecy help in strengthening prejudices?

A
It makes people question their existing beliefs
B
It reduces the impact of discrimination in society
C
It leads to a cycle where biased expectations create biased actions
D
It promotes understanding and inclusiveness

What are the types of somatic symptom disorder?

A
Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder, Major depressive disorder
B
Illness anxiety disorder, Conversion disorder, Factitious disorder
C
Personality disorder, Depressive disorder, Adjustment disorder
D
Anxiety disorder, Obsessive-compulsive disorder, Panic disorder

What is the impact of irrational beliefs on an individual’s psychological well-being?

A
They have no impact on mental health
B
They result in better self-esteem
C
They contribute to mental health issues and create stress
D
They lead to improved emotional well-being

What is the process of rehabilitation of the mentally ill?

A
Providing therapy, support, and social reintegration
B
Offering financial assistance for treatment
C
Isolating the individual to avoid harm
D
Ignoring the symptoms and focusing on productivity

Which of the following is a neurodevelopmental disorder?

A
Autism spectrum disorder
B
Bipolar disorder
C
Generalized anxiety disorder
D
Schizophrenia

Which of the following is a symptom of depression?

A
Frequent bursts of laughter without reason
B
Extreme euphoria and positivity
C
Excessive energy and excitement
D
Feeling sad or hopeless most of the day

What is the main characteristic of delusional disorder?

A
Having strong beliefs not based on reality
B
A temporary state of confusion
C
Uncontrollable impulses to act in certain ways
D
Constant anxiety and fear of social situations

What are the key components of behavior therapy?

A
Cognitive restructuring and behavior modification
B
Meditation and relaxation techniques
C
Emotional expression and group support
D
Medication and hypnosis

What leads to group formation?

A
Shared interests and common goals
B
Economic factors alone
C
Personal differences and conflicts
D
Contrasting values and preferences

What is the significance of self-esteem in preventing suicides?

A
Low self-esteem encourages isolation and helplessness
B
Self-esteem contributes only to material success
C
Self-esteem has no impact on suicidal tendencies
D
High self-esteem promotes emotional resilience and coping

What is an example of a neurodevelopmental disorder?

A
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
B
Generalized anxiety disorder
C
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
D
Depression

What does self-fulfilling prophecy involve?

A
Changing one's beliefs to fit new evidence
B
Beliefs influencing actions that confirm the beliefs
C
Rejecting all pre-existing beliefs
D
Actions impacting beliefs without any change in behavior

What is cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) used for?

A
To treat physical illnesses with meditation
B
To focus on logical reasoning and problem-solving
C
To modify harmful thought patterns and behaviors
D
To reduce stress through group activities

What is the role of reinforcement in behavior modification?

A
To increase the likelihood of a behavior occurring again
B
To completely eliminate all behaviors
C
To ignore unwanted behavior
D
To reduce the occurrence of an undesirable behavior

What does 'delusion' mean?

A
A false belief despite contrary evidence
B
A temporary state of confusion
C
A form of anxiety caused by stress
D
A sudden shift in mood or emotion

What is the most common cause of obsessive-compulsive disorder?

A
Combination of genetic and environmental factors
B
Excessive drug use
C
Severe trauma or abuse during childhood
D
Lack of proper sleep and nutrition

What is the primary goal of group therapy?

A
To provide support and shared experiences among group members
B
To achieve individual success in isolation
C
To focus solely on one-on-one therapy
D
To compete with other group members for success

What is an example of behavior modification?

A
Using rewards to reinforce positive behaviors
B
Taking medication to change brain chemistry
C
Ignoring all negative behavior
D
Removing rewards for all behaviors

What is the role of cognitive restructuring?

A
To reinforce existing beliefs and behaviors
B
To identify and change distorted thinking patterns
C
To isolate negative emotions
D
To meditate and relax the mind

What is the primary aim of stress management?

A
To reduce the physical and mental impact of stress
B
To ignore stress and continue with life
C
To increase the levels of stress
D
To focus only on positive emotions

Which of these is a symptom of social anxiety disorder?

A
Fear of social situations and judgment by others
B
Extreme excitement when meeting new people
C
Lack of interest in socializing with anyone
D
Inability to focus on tasks

What is the most effective way to manage anger?

A
Expressing anger loudly and aggressively
B
Relaxation techniques and cognitive restructuring
C
Ignoring the anger and moving on
D
Avoiding all social interactions

What is the main goal of group therapy?

A
To provide support and shared experiences among group members
B
To focus solely on one-on-one therapy
C
To achieve individual success in isolation
D
To compete with other group members for success

What is the relationship between attitude and behavior?

A
Attitude can influence behavior, but behavior doesn't always align with attitude
B
Attitude and behavior are always consistent
C
Attitude has no impact on behavior
D
Behavior influences attitude in all cases

Which is a symptom of schizophrenia?

A
Hallucinations and delusions
B
Extreme excitement when meeting new people
C
Inability to focus on tasks
D
Constant anxiety without cause

What is the primary aim of psychodynamic therapy?

A
To explore unconscious thoughts and childhood experiences
B
To reinforce positive behaviors through rewards
C
To achieve mental clarity through relaxation techniques
D
To focus on logical reasoning and problem-solving

What is cognitive dissonance?

A
The discomfort caused by holding conflicting beliefs
B
The tendency to avoid conflicting information
C
The process of changing one's beliefs to fit new information
D
The feeling of harmony when beliefs align with actions

What is the best method for managing stress?

A
Complaining to others about stress
B
Avoiding all stressful situations
C
Exercise, relaxation, and time management
D
Ignoring stress and focusing on work