Exam 3: Current Issues in Clinical Psychology

JoAnn has just begun treatment for generalized anxiety disorder,and her therapist gave her an electronic diary with instructions to rate her anxiety level and provide a brief description of the current situation every time she is prompted by the diary.The term for this type of assessment is

The influence of managed care is likely to impact psychological treatment in the future in ALL BUT THE FOLLOWING ways:

After many jobs in clinical psychology shifted from academic to private practice settings in the 1960s,

ALL BUT WHICH of the following statements is true of "telehealth"?

Contemporary private practice is dominated by

Dr.Spring,a clinical psychologist,has been treating individuals in a private practice setting since the 1970s.In what respect does her professional practice today,in a managed care environment,likely differ from her professional practice in the '70s and '80s?

The acceptance rate for applicants to Psy.D.programs is about

The model of psychological training that emerged from the 1949 conference in Boulder,Colorado represents an attempt to

In the Tarasoff case,the California Supreme Court ruled that

Describe the likely impact of prescription privileges on graduate training in clinical psychology.

In what way are physicians serving as role models for clinical psychology Ph.D.s desiring to work in private practice? Why do some consider this a bad thing?

Jim wants to quit smoking secondary to some recent,serious health concerns.He and his therapist communicate frequently via e-mails and phone calls.In addition,his therapist periodically sends him links to webpages that offer useful techniques for dealing with cravings,and sends him automated text messages when he's likely to be at a high risk of relapse (e.g.,when on break at work,following meals).This treatment is an apt example of what is known as

Explain at least three criticisms of the licensing requirement in psychology.

According to proponents of the scientist-practitioner training model,clinical psychologists should

According to a recent survey (Pope & Vetter,1992)cited in the textbook,the type of ethical dilemma reported most frequently by APA members involved

Last spring,Johan earned his Ph.D.in clinical psychology in an APA-accredited program.This spring he will complete one year of supervised postdoctoral work and go to the state capital to take the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP).What kind of professional designation does Johan appear to be pursuing?

Dr.LeFevre is reimbursed for his clinical work under a model where he receives incentives for providing high-quality yet efficient services.In other words,he is paid more if he achieves a good patient outcome in 8 sessions than if he achieves a similar outcome with a similar patient in 12 sessions.What is the term for this type of reimbursement model?

Dr.Bigg has been treating Joshua,a man with panic disorder and moderate depression,weekly for two years,and between therapy sessions they often trade e-mail messages relating to Joshua's symptoms.Over that two-year span,Joshua's symptoms have been consistent; there's no evidence that he's gotten better or has been prevented from getting worse.How would you assess this situation from the standpoint of the APA Ethical Principles?

The history of private practice has witnessed

Terrence and Zachary are each pursuing higher degrees in clinical psychology: Terrence a Ph.D.and Zachary a Psy.D.Based on this information alone,which student will likely finish his degree sooner?