Question 1

Which of the following is a guiding principle of the family systems theory?

Accepted Answer

A)  Each family has its own implicit rules. 
B)  The relationship structure is dysfunctional. 
C)  Differences in communication are minimized. 
D)  Some members create more controversy than others. 
A)  Each family has its own implicit rules. 
B)  The relationship structure is dysfunctional. 
C)  Differences in communication are minimized. 
D)  Some members create more controversy than others. A

Question 2

Which of the following is true about family therapy?

Accepted Answer

A)  The entire family meets with the therapist at the same time. 
B)  The family is treated as one unit, rather than as a group of individuals. 
C)  Family therapists tend to use an eclectic approach. 
D)  Family therapy is not generally as effective as individual therapy. 
A)  The entire family meets with the therapist at the same time. 
B)  The family is treated as one unit, rather than as a group of individuals. 
C)  Family therapists tend to use an eclectic approach. 
D)  Family therapy is not generally as effective as individual therapy. B

Question 3

Which of the following about humanistic theory is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)  Humanistic therapists encourage people to change their irrational assumptions by actively challenging the client. 
B)  It is based on the idea that we naturally try to fulfill our potential for good, and for growth. 
C)  It is more optimistic about human nature than existentialism is. 
D)  Psychological dysfunction occurs when people habitually deceive themselves and create a distorted view about things that happen to them. 
A)  Humanistic therapists encourage people to change their irrational assumptions by actively challenging the client. 
B)  It is based on the idea that we naturally try to fulfill our potential for good, and for growth. 
C)  It is more optimistic about human nature than existentialism is. 
D)  Psychological dysfunction occurs when people habitually deceive themselves and create a distorted view about things that happen to them. A

Question 4

Which of the following statements about biologically based disorders is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  In most biologically-based disorders, a single gene has been identified as responsible for the disorder. 
B)  If someone has a genetic predisposition for a particular disorder, that person will develop the disorder. 
C)  More psychological disorders are caused by problems in neurotransmitter levels than by genetic problems. 
D)  Abnormal functioning is a complex interaction of a variety of biological processes. 
A)  In most biologically-based disorders, a single gene has been identified as responsible for the disorder. 
B)  If someone has a genetic predisposition for a particular disorder, that person will develop the disorder. 
C)  More psychological disorders are caused by problems in neurotransmitter levels than by genetic problems. 
D)  Abnormal functioning is a complex interaction of a variety of biological processes.

Question 5

Rena is a therapist who uses resistance, transference, and dream analysis when treating her patients. Rena is practicing the _____ approach to therapy.

Accepted Answer

A)  cognitive-behavioral 
B)  gestalt 
C)  humanistic 
D)  psychodynamic 
A)  cognitive-behavioral 
B)  gestalt 
C)  humanistic 
D)  psychodynamic

Question 6

Beck's Cognitive Therapy is most strongly recommended for people suffering from

Accepted Answer

A)  depression. 
B)  anxiety disorders. 
C)  dissociative disorders. 
D)  schizophrenic disorders. 
A)  depression. 
B)  anxiety disorders. 
C)  dissociative disorders. 
D)  schizophrenic disorders.

Question 7

Connections in what part of the brain are severed when a lobotomy is performed?

Accepted Answer

A)  Frontal lobes 
B)  Thalamus 
C)  Amygdala 
D)  Pons 
A)  Frontal lobes 
B)  Thalamus 
C)  Amygdala 
D)  Pons

Question 8

In the clinical field today there are, by some estimates, more than ______ forms of therapy, each practiced by clinicians who believe that their chosen methodology is highly effective.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In the clinical field today there are,...

Question 9

Deep brain stimulation is widely used to treat patients who report minor depressive symptoms.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Systematic desensitization works because of the principle of

Accepted Answer

A)  positive reinforcement. 
B)  negative reinforcement. 
C)  punishment. 
D)  extinction. 
A)  positive reinforcement. 
B)  negative reinforcement. 
C)  punishment. 
D)  extinction.

Question 11

The divorce rate in North America and Europe is approximately __________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The divorce rate in North America and...

Question 12

Which of the following is an anti-depressant?

Accepted Answer

A)  lithium 
B)  fluoxetine 
C)  benzodiazepine 
D)  clozaril 
A)  lithium 
B)  fluoxetine 
C)  benzodiazepine 
D)  clozaril

Question 13

Which of the following things would Gestalt therapy have in common with Rational Emotive Therapy?

Accepted Answer

A)  Intentionally frustrating clients. 
B)  Challenging clients' perceptions. 
C)  Imposing rules on the therapeutic process. 
D)  Providing unconditional positive regard. 
A)  Intentionally frustrating clients. 
B)  Challenging clients' perceptions. 
C)  Imposing rules on the therapeutic process. 
D)  Providing unconditional positive regard.

Question 14

Which of the following drugs is likely to cause severe shaking and contractions of the face and body?

Accepted Answer

A)  anti-depressants 
B)  anti-psychotic drugs 
C)  mood stabilizers 
D)  anti-anxiety drugs. 
A)  anti-depressants 
B)  anti-psychotic drugs 
C)  mood stabilizers 
D)  anti-anxiety drugs.

Question 15

Intense emotional expression may result when individuals engage in which Gestalt technique?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Intense emotional expression may result when individuals...

Question 16

Which of the following is FALSE about the cognitive model?

Accepted Answer

A)  It has been found to be highly effective. 
B)  It is difficult to determine whether irrational thoughts are a cause or an effect of maladaptive behavior. 
C)  Research has consistently found that there is indeed a link between maladaptive thoughts and maladaptive behavior. 
D)  It is only applicable to the treatment of depression, and has limited use in other areas. 
A)  It has been found to be highly effective. 
B)  It is difficult to determine whether irrational thoughts are a cause or an effect of maladaptive behavior. 
C)  Research has consistently found that there is indeed a link between maladaptive thoughts and maladaptive behavior. 
D)  It is only applicable to the treatment of depression, and has limited use in other areas.

Question 17

Describe the evidence-based treatment movement.

Accepted Answer

Proponents of this movement have formed

Question 18

When Jonah lies down on his therapist's couch, he is asked to describe thoughts as they come to mind. What therapeutic technique does this describe?

Accepted Answer

A)  Transference 
B)  Transduction 
C)  Free association 
D)  Resistance 
A)  Transference 
B)  Transduction 
C)  Free association 
D)  Resistance

Question 19

After World War II when the demand for psychological services grew, __________ therapy became popular.

Accepted Answer

The answer of After World War II when the demand...

Question 20

Drugs that act primarily on the brain to relieve the symptoms of mental disorders are referred to as __________ drugs.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Drugs that act primarily on the brain...

Which of the following is a guiding principle of the family systems theory?

Which of the following is true about family therapy?

Which of the following about humanistic theory is FALSE?

Which of the following statements about biologically based disorders is true?

Rena is a therapist who uses resistance, transference, and dream analysis when treating her patients. Rena is practicing the _____ approach to therapy.

Beck's Cognitive Therapy is most strongly recommended for people suffering from

Connections in what part of the brain are severed when a lobotomy is performed?

In the clinical field today there are, by some estimates, more than ______ forms of therapy, each practiced by clinicians who believe that their chosen methodology is highly effective.

Deep brain stimulation is widely used to treat patients who report minor depressive symptoms.

Systematic desensitization works because of the principle of

The divorce rate in North America and Europe is approximately __________.

Which of the following is an anti-depressant?

Which of the following things would Gestalt therapy have in common with Rational Emotive Therapy?

Which of the following drugs is likely to cause severe shaking and contractions of the face and body?

Intense emotional expression may result when individuals engage in which Gestalt technique?

Which of the following is FALSE about the cognitive model?

Describe the evidence-based treatment movement.

When Jonah lies down on his therapist's couch, he is asked to describe thoughts as they come to mind. What therapeutic technique does this describe?

After World War II when the demand for psychological services grew, __________ therapy became popular.

Drugs that act primarily on the brain to relieve the symptoms of mental disorders are referred to as __________ drugs.

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Exam 16: Treatment of Psychological Disorders

Which of the following is a guiding principle of the family systems theory?

Which of the following is true about family therapy?

Which of the following about humanistic theory is FALSE?

Which of the following statements about biologically based disorders is true?

Rena is a therapist who uses resistance, transference, and dream analysis when treating her patients. Rena is practicing the _____ approach to therapy.

Beck's Cognitive Therapy is most strongly recommended for people suffering from

Connections in what part of the brain are severed when a lobotomy is performed?

In the clinical field today there are, by some estimates, more than ______ forms of therapy, each practiced by clinicians who believe that their chosen methodology is highly effective.

Deep brain stimulation is widely used to treat patients who report minor depressive symptoms.

Systematic desensitization works because of the principle of

The divorce rate in North America and Europe is approximately __________.

Which of the following is an anti-depressant?

Which of the following things would Gestalt therapy have in common with Rational Emotive Therapy?

Which of the following drugs is likely to cause severe shaking and contractions of the face and body?

Intense emotional expression may result when individuals engage in which Gestalt technique?

Which of the following is FALSE about the cognitive model?

Describe the evidence-based treatment movement.

When Jonah lies down on his therapist's couch, he is asked to describe thoughts as they come to mind. What therapeutic technique does this describe?

After World War II when the demand for psychological services grew, __________ therapy became popular.

Drugs that act primarily on the brain to relieve the symptoms of mental disorders are referred to as __________ drugs.

Psychology: Yesterday and Today

Psychology As a Science

Human Development

Neuroscience

Sensation and Perception

Consciousness

Learning

Memory

Language and Thought

Intelligence

Motivation

Emotion

Personality

Social Psychology

Psychological Disorders

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