Exam 18: Psychological Therapies

The __________ therapies are based on the work and theories of Sigmund Freud.

Which neurotransmitters in the brain are most often acted upon by the use of antidepressant medications?

The main goal of psychoanalysis is to help patients "work through" their issues and resolve their psychological problems.

The neo-Freudian __________ contributed to the rise of interpersonal psychotherapy,which focuses on helping clients improve their relationships as a means to heal psychological problems.

Which of the following individuals was a part of the movement to reform treatment of the mentally ill so that it was more humane and caring?

The fact that CBT reduces reactivity in the __________ and the __________,outcomes that are similar to the effects of SSRI treatments,provide evidence that there is a biophysiological aspect to CBT,and that changing the way you think can actually change the functioning of your brain.

What do systematic desensitization and implosion therapy have in common?

According to psychologist __________,who created the technique called stress inoculation training,being fully aware of one's own thoughts,feelings,and sensations can help people to effectively self-edit their own harmful thoughts in negative situations.

In a study of three groups of patients suffering from generalized anxiety disorder - one group receiving no treatment,one group receiving behavioral treatment,and one group receiving psychodynamic treatment - which group showed the most improvement after treatment was completed?

Which of the following simple salt elements is used as a mood stabilizing drug,often prescribed to people suffering from bipolar disorder?

Professor Lewendowsky is growing tired of one of her students constantly coming late to class.After several warnings,none of which have any effect,she has had enough.When that student shows up ten minutes late to class the next day,Professor Lewendowsky takes her into the hall and says,"I'm sorry but you may not join us for class today.Your tardiness is now unacceptable.Please leave,and come back for our next class." The teacher has used __________ to attempt to get her student to stop coming late to class.

Maxwell suffers from a serious case of obsessive-compulsive disorder,and medication and psychotherapy have been ineffective.He and his wife have decided that he should have psychosurgery.A physician will implant electrodes in two specific parts of his brain - the cingulum and the __________ - and slowly ablate (or destroy)these areas,in an attempt to reduce the symptoms of Maxwell's OCD.

Which theorist is generally credited with formulating a method of cognitive therapy that is based on the concept of cognitive restructuring?

The difference between a psychiatric social worker and a clinical social worker is that the former holds a doctorate in social work while the latter holds a master's degree in social work.

Dr.Michelin believes that the best way to conquer your fear is to face it.She has a client who has a crippling fear of dogs,and so Dr.Michelin believes that this client must come face to face with a dog at some point if she is to overcome her fears.Dr.Michelin clearly believes in the use of __________ treatments.

While having psychotherapy with her analyst,Beatrice suddenly got very upset."You know,Danny,I really hate it when you talk down to me when we are having a conversation.It is very insulting to my intelligence." Strangely,Beatrice often feels that her husband talks down to her as well.This instance of directing her feelings at her husband toward her therapist is an example of __________.

Psychologists and psychiatrists have different types of training.

Which of the following public figures/celebrities has publically credited SSRI medication with helping them recover from depression?

The prefrontal __________ was a technique that disconnected the frontal lobe from the rest of the brain,resulting in a near vegetative state.It is primarily responsible for the negative impression that most people have of psychosurgery.

Avraham is terrified of water.He goes to a behavioral therapist who can't decide if he should use implosion therapy or flooding.What would each type of intervention look like?