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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6 and 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Styron, what is the touchstone of depression?
(a) Medicine.
(b) Support.
(c) Suicide.
(d) Loss.

2. How does Styron respond to the experimental approach?
(a) He demanded another drug.
(b) He didn't notice anything, but was hopeful so did better.
(c) He immediately got better.
(d) He was in mental anguish, wanting immediate relief.

3. What does Styron lose at the luncheon in Paris?
(a) His mind.
(b) Control of his anger.
(c) His best friend.
(d) His check for $25,000.

4. For Styron, what is the most devastating loss of physical functions?
(a) His ability to stay awake during the day.
(b) His agility and interest in sports.
(c) His ability to sleep and lack of dreaming.
(d) His sexual drive.

5. What new approach does Styron's psychiatrist use?
(a) Pharmacological, without physical and mental support.
(b) Disattachment therapy.
(c) Psychoanalysis.
(d) DSM recommendations.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why would Jarrell's widow not want to admit he committed suicide?

2. What is the old term for depression?

3. What term does Styron use to describe his depression?

4. What do Styron's companions notice about him?

5. Sir Walter Scott and the Brontes linked what two illnesses interchangeably?

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