Question 1

The MMPI is

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A)  a structured approach to personality assessment. 
B)  the most commonly used test of intelligence. 
C)  a rating scale used to determine how comparable one is to individuals with various psychiatric diagnoses. 
D)  a recently developed objective approach to personality assessment. 
A)  a structured approach to personality assessment. 
B)  the most commonly used test of intelligence. 
C)  a rating scale used to determine how comparable one is to individuals with various psychiatric diagnoses. 
D)  a recently developed objective approach to personality assessment.

Question 2

Danielle is having problems with drinking. She goes to a psychologist who gives her a form to fill out. It has a list of statements about drinking and problems associated with drinking. She is to rate each item between 1 and 3 - 1 meaning it is not a problem for her, 3 meaning it is a very big problem for her and 2 is in between. This is an example of

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A)  a rating scale. 
B)  a structured interview. 
C)  an analogue situation. 
D)  self-monitoring. 
A)  a rating scale. 
B)  a structured interview. 
C)  an analogue situation. 
D)  self-monitoring.

Question 3

During an assessment interview, Dr. Poole noted that Jane's boss at work was harassing her. On which of the five axes of the DSM would this information be noted?

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A)  Axis II 
B)  Axis III 
C)  Axis IV 
D)  Axis V 
A)  Axis II 
B)  Axis III 
C)  Axis IV 
D)  Axis V

Question 4

One limitation of the MMPI-2 is that it

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A)  cannot detect whether an individual is attempting to distort his or her responses. 
B)  requires a clinical interview as a supplement to the test itself. 
C)  is based on factor analysis, which often leads to measures that sacrifice validity for the sake of reliability without intending to do so. 
D)  requires an individual to be literate. 
A)  cannot detect whether an individual is attempting to distort his or her responses. 
B)  requires a clinical interview as a supplement to the test itself. 
C)  is based on factor analysis, which often leads to measures that sacrifice validity for the sake of reliability without intending to do so. 
D)  requires an individual to be literate.

Question 5

Under what circumstances is a structured interview most likely to be used?

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A)  When consistent information is needed for research purposes 
B)  When an accurate diagnosis is needed to ensure appropriate treatment 
C)  When the behavior of the client is erratic 
D)  When the information provided in an unstructured interview is found to lack reliability 
A)  When consistent information is needed for research purposes 
B)  When an accurate diagnosis is needed to ensure appropriate treatment 
C)  When the behavior of the client is erratic 
D)  When the information provided in an unstructured interview is found to lack reliability

Question 6

Disorders that begin by adolescence or early adulthood, persist for long periods of time, and affect many areas of a person's life are listed on

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A)  Axis II. 
B)  Axis III. 
C)  Axis IV. 
D)  Axis V. 
A)  Axis II. 
B)  Axis III. 
C)  Axis IV. 
D)  Axis V.

Question 7

Dr. Lo asks Julie to pretend that he is her father as part of his psychosocial assessment of Julie. Which of the following would this be an example of?

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A)  an unstructured interview 
B)  an analogue situation 
C)  projective assessment 
D)  self-monitoring 
A)  an unstructured interview 
B)  an analogue situation 
C)  projective assessment 
D)  self-monitoring

Question 8

Why was the MMPI-2 needed?

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A)  The original MMPI did not offer age-adjusted sub-scales. 
B)  The original MMPI did not permit subjects to select "other." 
C)  The original MMPI was not able to detect problems such as substance abuse and marital discord. 
D)  The original MMPI was created over 50 years ago. 
A)  The original MMPI did not offer age-adjusted sub-scales. 
B)  The original MMPI did not permit subjects to select "other." 
C)  The original MMPI was not able to detect problems such as substance abuse and marital discord. 
D)  The original MMPI was created over 50 years ago.

Question 9

A psychosocial assessment typically begins with

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A)  a physical examination. 
B)  an assessment of global level of functioning. 
C)  administration of the MMPI. 
D)  an interview. 
A)  a physical examination. 
B)  an assessment of global level of functioning. 
C)  administration of the MMPI. 
D)  an interview.

Question 10

Joanne says that she cannot say "no" to her intrusive mother. Her therapist has her pretend to engage in such an interaction to assess how weak Joanne's assertiveness skills really are. This illustrates the use of

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A)  a rating scale. 
B)  role-playing. 
C)  "thought reports." 
D)  structured interviewing. 
A)  a rating scale. 
B)  role-playing. 
C)  "thought reports." 
D)  structured interviewing.

Question 11

A person comes to a mental health professional with a certain complaint. The professional attempts to understand the nature and extent of the problem. This process is called

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A)  diagnosis. 
B)  assessment. 
C)  clinical treatment. 
D)  screening. 
A)  diagnosis. 
B)  assessment. 
C)  clinical treatment. 
D)  screening.

Question 12

The need for rapport between a clinician and a client means

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A)  that the clinician and the client must feel friendly toward each other. 
B)  that someone who is court ordered will be an easy client. 
C)  clients don't need to be given any feedback about their test performance. 
D)  the client must feel comfortable with the clinician and the assessment. 
A)  that the clinician and the client must feel friendly toward each other. 
B)  that someone who is court ordered will be an easy client. 
C)  clients don't need to be given any feedback about their test performance. 
D)  the client must feel comfortable with the clinician and the assessment.

Question 13

Dr. Vera says, "It may only provide a limited view of a person's problems, but it is important for planning appropriate treatment. Administratively, it is essential so that a facility can know what kinds of problems clients need help with. Even if we don't want to do it, insurance claims require it." What is Dr. Vera is referring to?

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A)  Formal diagnosis 
B)  Screening activities 
C)  Taking a personal history 
D)  Assessment 
A)  Formal diagnosis 
B)  Screening activities 
C)  Taking a personal history 
D)  Assessment

Question 14

The projective test called the __________ is the inkblot test used in personality assessments.

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The answer of The projective test called the __________ is...

Question 15

One advantage of nuclear magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) over the CAT scan is that the MRI

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A)  is not an invasive procedure. 
B)  provides better differentiation and clarity. 
C)  measures the metabolic processes of the brain. 
D)  does not require a claustrophobic cylinder-shaped machine. 
A)  is not an invasive procedure. 
B)  provides better differentiation and clarity. 
C)  measures the metabolic processes of the brain. 
D)  does not require a claustrophobic cylinder-shaped machine.

Question 16

Which of the following makes it possible to see all but the most minute abnormalities of brain structure?

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A)  CAT scan 
B)  EEG 
C)  MRI 
D)  PET scan 
A)  CAT scan 
B)  EEG 
C)  MRI 
D)  PET scan

Question 17

Which of the following demonstrates reliability?

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A)  An IQ test is effective in predicting the academic performance of both males and females. 
B)  Scores on an IQ test are not affected by mood. 
C)  Scores on two different intelligence tests are highly correlated. 
D)  When an IQ test is administered to the same person repeatedly, the results do not differ. 
A)  An IQ test is effective in predicting the academic performance of both males and females. 
B)  Scores on an IQ test are not affected by mood. 
C)  Scores on two different intelligence tests are highly correlated. 
D)  When an IQ test is administered to the same person repeatedly, the results do not differ.

Question 18

What does a diagnostic label describe?

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When a diagnosis is given, an attempt is

Question 19

Which of the following is an unstructured approach to studying personality?

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A)  WISC-III 
B)  the BPRS 
C)  the Stanford-Binet 
D)  the TAT 
A)  WISC-III 
B)  the BPRS 
C)  the Stanford-Binet 
D)  the TAT

Question 20

Which of the following is a type of test that tries to find ways in which a person's personality and past experiences cause them to understand and perceive their world?

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A)  Structured interviews 
B)  Objective tests 
C)  Neuropsychological tests 
D)  Projective tests 
A)  Structured interviews 
B)  Objective tests 
C)  Neuropsychological tests 
D)  Projective tests

The MMPI is

During an assessment interview, Dr. Poole noted that Jane's boss at work was harassing her. On which of the five axes of the DSM would this information be noted?

One limitation of the MMPI-2 is that it

Under what circumstances is a structured interview most likely to be used?

Disorders that begin by adolescence or early adulthood, persist for long periods of time, and affect many areas of a person's life are listed on

Dr. Lo asks Julie to pretend that he is her father as part of his psychosocial assessment of Julie. Which of the following would this be an example of?

Why was the MMPI-2 needed?

A psychosocial assessment typically begins with

Joanne says that she cannot say "no" to her intrusive mother. Her therapist has her pretend to engage in such an interaction to assess how weak Joanne's assertiveness skills really are. This illustrates the use of

A person comes to a mental health professional with a certain complaint. The professional attempts to understand the nature and extent of the problem. This process is called

The need for rapport between a clinician and a client means

The projective test called the __________ is the inkblot test used in personality assessments.

One advantage of nuclear magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) over the CAT scan is that the MRI

Which of the following makes it possible to see all but the most minute abnormalities of brain structure?

Which of the following demonstrates reliability?

What does a diagnostic label describe?

Which of the following is an unstructured approach to studying personality?

Which of the following is a type of test that tries to find ways in which a person's personality and past experiences cause them to understand and perceive their world?

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Exam 4: Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis

The MMPI is

During an assessment interview, Dr. Poole noted that Jane's boss at work was harassing her. On which of the five axes of the DSM would this information be noted?

One limitation of the MMPI-2 is that it

Under what circumstances is a structured interview most likely to be used?

Disorders that begin by adolescence or early adulthood, persist for long periods of time, and affect many areas of a person's life are listed on

Dr. Lo asks Julie to pretend that he is her father as part of his psychosocial assessment of Julie. Which of the following would this be an example of?

Why was the MMPI-2 needed?

A psychosocial assessment typically begins with

Joanne says that she cannot say "no" to her intrusive mother. Her therapist has her pretend to engage in such an interaction to assess how weak Joanne's assertiveness skills really are. This illustrates the use of

A person comes to a mental health professional with a certain complaint. The professional attempts to understand the nature and extent of the problem. This process is called

The need for rapport between a clinician and a client means

The projective test called the __________ is the inkblot test used in personality assessments.

One advantage of nuclear magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) over the CAT scan is that the MRI

Which of the following makes it possible to see all but the most minute abnormalities of brain structure?

Which of the following demonstrates reliability?

What does a diagnostic label describe?

Which of the following is an unstructured approach to studying personality?

Which of the following is a type of test that tries to find ways in which a person's personality and past experiences cause them to understand and perceive their world?

Abnormal Psychology: an Overview

Historical and Contemporary Views of Abnormal Behavior

Causal Factors and Viewpoints

Stress and Physical and Mental Health

Panic, Anxiety, and Their Disorders

Mood Disorders and Suicide

Somatoform and Dissociative Disorders

Eating Disorders and Obesity

Personality Disorders

Substance-Related Disorders

Sexual Variants, Abuse, and Dysfunctions

Schizophrenia and Other Psychotic Disorders

Neurocognitive Disorders

Disorders of Childhood and Adolescence

Therapy

Contemporary and Legal Issues in Abnormal Psychology

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