Question 1

Token economies represent one type of behavior modification.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

After 21 psychotherapy sessions, about 80% of clients show significant improvement.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

During a session, Henry becomes agitated at his therapist, saying that she is controlling, domineering, and trying to ruin his life. A psychoanalyst would say that Henry's behavior illustrates:

Accepted Answer

A) interpretation. 
B) transference. 
C) desensitization. 
D) resistance. 
A) interpretation. 
B) transference. 
C) desensitization. 
D) resistance.

Question 4

To control schizophrenic symptoms, Nicola has been taking an antipsychotic medication for approximately 18 months. Recently, she has developed such symptoms as shaking, restlessness, and facial tics. These side effects are sometimes seen with _____ antipsychotics, such as _____.

Accepted Answer

A) atypical; Haldol 
B) atypical; Risperdal 
C) traditional; Haldol 
D) traditional; Risperdal 
A) atypical; Haldol 
B) atypical; Risperdal 
C) traditional; Haldol 
D) traditional; Risperdal

Question 5

E-therapy can improve access to treatment in isolated, rural areas.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Most group insurance plans no longer cover mental health treatment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The deinstitutionalization of the mentally ill has been a mixed blessing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Group therapy was first developed in the:

Accepted Answer

A) 1930s. 
B) 1940s. 
C) 1950s. 
D) 1960s. 
A) 1930s. 
B) 1940s. 
C) 1950s. 
D) 1960s.

Question 9

For social phobia and generalized anxiety disorder, _____ therapy appears superior to _____ therapy.

Accepted Answer

A) exposure; cognitive behavioral 
B) cognitive; rational-emotive behavior 
C) rational-emotive behavior; cognitive 
D) cognitive behavioral; exposure 
A) exposure; cognitive behavioral 
B) cognitive; rational-emotive behavior 
C) rational-emotive behavior; cognitive 
D) cognitive behavioral; exposure

Question 10

The goal of rational-emotive behavior therapy is to encourage:

Accepted Answer

A) positive thinking. 
B) self-acceptance. 
C) adaptive behavior. 
D) healthy relationships. 
A) positive thinking. 
B) self-acceptance. 
C) adaptive behavior. 
D) healthy relationships.

Question 11

One disadvantage of psychodynamic therapy is that it:

Accepted Answer

A) is appropriate for only a few psychological disorders. 
B) yields only short-term benefits. 
C) requires high verbal ability and self-awareness. 
D) may last for years. 
A) is appropriate for only a few psychological disorders. 
B) yields only short-term benefits. 
C) requires high verbal ability and self-awareness. 
D) may last for years.

Question 12

Reinforcing desirable behaviors and punishing undesirable ones is known as:

Accepted Answer

A) systematic desensitization. 
B) exposure. 
C) aversion therapy. 
D) behavior modification. 
A) systematic desensitization. 
B) exposure. 
C) aversion therapy. 
D) behavior modification.

Question 13

_____ was the first psychotropic prescription drug to widely abused.

Accepted Answer

A) Zoloft 
B) Prozac 
C) Valium 
D) Haldol 
A) Zoloft 
B) Prozac 
C) Valium 
D) Haldol

Question 14

Which drug is correctly matched with the disorder for which it might be prescribed?

Accepted Answer

A) Prozac - bipolar disorder 
B) Ativan - generalized anxiety disorder 
C) lithium - schizophrenia 
D) Haldol - major depressive disorder 
A) Prozac - bipolar disorder 
B) Ativan - generalized anxiety disorder 
C) lithium - schizophrenia 
D) Haldol - major depressive disorder

Question 15

At least 75% of the prison inmates in the United States suffer from a psychological disorder.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Cognitive therapists believe that psychological disorders reflect:

Accepted Answer

A) maladaptive behaviors. 
B) feelings of isolation and stagnation. 
C) distortions in thinking. 
D) unconscious conflicts. 
A) maladaptive behaviors. 
B) feelings of isolation and stagnation. 
C) distortions in thinking. 
D) unconscious conflicts.

Question 17

How do traditional antipsychotics differ from atypical antipsychotics?

Accepted Answer

A) Traditional antipsychotics are dopamine antagonists whereas atypical antipsychotics are not. 
B) Traditional antipsychotics do not reduce hallucinations and delusions, but atypical antipsychotics do. 
C) Traditional antipsychotics affect only dopamine, while atypical antipsychotics affect dopamine and other neurotransmitters. 
D) Atypical antipsychotics are associated with tardive dyskinesia, whereas traditional antipsychotics are not. 
A) Traditional antipsychotics are dopamine antagonists whereas atypical antipsychotics are not. 
B) Traditional antipsychotics do not reduce hallucinations and delusions, but atypical antipsychotics do. 
C) Traditional antipsychotics affect only dopamine, while atypical antipsychotics affect dopamine and other neurotransmitters. 
D) Atypical antipsychotics are associated with tardive dyskinesia, whereas traditional antipsychotics are not.

Question 18

A television talk show therapist remarks, "Depression is the emotional result of irrational thoughts." The therapist's statement BEST reflects the position of:

Accepted Answer

A) Abraham Maslow. 
B) Carl Rogers. 
C) Albert Ellis. 
D) Aaron Beck. 
A) Abraham Maslow. 
B) Carl Rogers. 
C) Albert Ellis. 
D) Aaron Beck.

Question 19

Describe how electroconvulsive therapy and psychosurgery are used in contemporary psychology.

Accepted Answer

While electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is

Question 20

Which statement is True?

Accepted Answer

A) Cognitive therapy is superior to rational-emotive behavior therapy in most instances. 
B) Cognitive therapy is superior to rational-emotive behavior therapy in some instances. 
C) Rational-emotive behavior therapy is superior to cognitive therapy in most instances. 
D) No differences in effectiveness have been found between rational-emotive behavior therapy and cognitive therapy. 
A) Cognitive therapy is superior to rational-emotive behavior therapy in most instances. 
B) Cognitive therapy is superior to rational-emotive behavior therapy in some instances. 
C) Rational-emotive behavior therapy is superior to cognitive therapy in most instances. 
D) No differences in effectiveness have been found between rational-emotive behavior therapy and cognitive therapy.

Token economies represent one type of behavior modification.

After 21 psychotherapy sessions, about 80% of clients show significant improvement.

During a session, Henry becomes agitated at his therapist, saying that she is controlling, domineering, and trying to ruin his life. A psychoanalyst would say that Henry's behavior illustrates:

To control schizophrenic symptoms, Nicola has been taking an antipsychotic medication for approximately 18 months. Recently, she has developed such symptoms as shaking, restlessness, and facial tics. These side effects are sometimes seen with _ antipsychotics, such as _.

E-therapy can improve access to treatment in isolated, rural areas.

Most group insurance plans no longer cover mental health treatment.

The deinstitutionalization of the mentally ill has been a mixed blessing.

Group therapy was first developed in the:

For social phobia and generalized anxiety disorder, _ therapy appears superior to _ therapy.

The goal of rational-emotive behavior therapy is to encourage:

One disadvantage of psychodynamic therapy is that it:

Reinforcing desirable behaviors and punishing undesirable ones is known as:

_____ was the first psychotropic prescription drug to widely abused.

Which drug is correctly matched with the disorder for which it might be prescribed?

At least 75% of the prison inmates in the United States suffer from a psychological disorder.

Cognitive therapists believe that psychological disorders reflect:

How do traditional antipsychotics differ from atypical antipsychotics?

A television talk show therapist remarks, "Depression is the emotional result of irrational thoughts." The therapist's statement BEST reflects the position of:

Describe how electroconvulsive therapy and psychosurgery are used in contemporary psychology.

Which statement is True?

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Token economies represent one type of behavior modification.

After 21 psychotherapy sessions, about 80% of clients show significant improvement.

During a session, Henry becomes agitated at his therapist, saying that she is controlling, domineering, and trying to ruin his life. A psychoanalyst would say that Henry's behavior illustrates:

To control schizophrenic symptoms, Nicola has been taking an antipsychotic medication for approximately 18 months. Recently, she has developed such symptoms as shaking, restlessness, and facial tics. These side effects are sometimes seen with _____ antipsychotics, such as _____.

E-therapy can improve access to treatment in isolated, rural areas.

Most group insurance plans no longer cover mental health treatment.

The deinstitutionalization of the mentally ill has been a mixed blessing.

Group therapy was first developed in the:

For social phobia and generalized anxiety disorder, _____ therapy appears superior to _____ therapy.

The goal of rational-emotive behavior therapy is to encourage:

One disadvantage of psychodynamic therapy is that it:

Reinforcing desirable behaviors and punishing undesirable ones is known as:

_____ was the first psychotropic prescription drug to widely abused.

Which drug is correctly matched with the disorder for which it might be prescribed?

At least 75% of the prison inmates in the United States suffer from a psychological disorder.

Cognitive therapists believe that psychological disorders reflect:

How do traditional antipsychotics differ from atypical antipsychotics?

A television talk show therapist remarks, "Depression is the emotional result of irrational thoughts." The therapist's statement BEST reflects the position of:

Describe how electroconvulsive therapy and psychosurgery are used in contemporary psychology.

Which statement is True?

An Introduction to Psychology

Research Methods

Biology and Behavior

Sensation and Perception

Consciousness

Learning

Memory

Cognition, Language, and Intelligence

Human Development

Sexuality and Gender

Personality

Social Psychology

Stress and Health

Treatment of Psychological Disorders

Filters

To control schizophrenic symptoms, Nicola has been taking an antipsychotic medication for approximately 18 months. Recently, she has developed such symptoms as shaking, restlessness, and facial tics. These side effects are sometimes seen with _ antipsychotics, such as _.

For social phobia and generalized anxiety disorder, _ therapy appears superior to _ therapy.