Exam 17: Therapies

Jack is concerned that he is not getting the most out of his psychotherapy.He no longer feels depressed yet has only been to seven sessions.As an expert on treatment length,what would be the best advice you could give him?

Antipsychotic medications are the only class of medications that can cure schizophrenia at this time.

Which of the following is true?

consist of strange muscular movements such as eye-twitching and tongue thrusting,whereasinclude stooped posture,muscular rigidity,a distinctive shuffling gait,and occasional drooling.

What types of therapy have been found effective in treating anxiety disorders?

Lithium has been shown to have antidepressant effects.

Extrapyramidal effects include symptoms similar to those found in Parkinson's disease.

While researchers have improved their studies by increasingvalidity,there has been a corresponding reduction invalidity.

Albert Ellis' rational-emotive therapy can be described as a

Recent research finds that the risk of adverse outcomes in older adults is greater for SSRIs than withand yet,with all factors considered,Canadian guidelines continue to recommend SSRIs as first line medication for depression in older adults.

Dr.Brown is a firm supporter of cognitive-behavioural treatments.His patient Peter has a fear of dogs.During their first therapy session,Dr.Brown actively challenges Peter's beliefs regarding dogs and subjects Peter to many of the symptoms usually experienced in a panic disorder.In this case,Dr.Brown is using the principles of

Dave is hostile towards everyone.His therapist provides him with feedback indicating that his interpersonal style is perpetuating and provoking conflicts.He teaches Dave to interact with others in a more flexible and positive way.Which type of psychotherapy is Dave's therapist using?

Electroconvulsive therapy