Question 1

What form of psychodynamic therapy focuses on helping clients improve their current relationships?&#10;A)psychoanalysis&#10;B)person-centered therapy&#10;C)interpersonal psychotherapy&#10;D)gestalt therapy

Accepted Answer

Interpersonal psychotherapy focuses specifically on improving clients' current relationships and interpersonal functioning.

Question 2

Cognitive therapy focuses on:&#10;A)identifying unconscious desires and wishes developed during childhood.&#10;B)changing behavior through punishment and reward.&#10;C)changing an individual's distorted thinking about self,others,or the world.&#10;D)enhancing intelligence through multiple cognitive tests.

Accepted Answer

Cognitive therapy involves identifying and changing an individual's distorted thinking about themselves, others, or the world. This therapy does not focus on unconscious desires or behavior modification through punishment and reward. Enhancing intelligence through cognitive testing is also not the focus of cognitive therapy.

Question 3

One of the most common treatments of depression is to use selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs),which work by:&#10;A)blocking the reuptake of serotonin in the brain.&#10;B)preventing serotonin from overstimulating the brain.&#10;C)causing vesicles to prematurely release large amounts of serotonin into the synapse.&#10;D)increasing the activity of enzymes that metabolize serotonin.

Accepted Answer

SSRIs block the reuptake of serotonin, which increases the amount of available serotonin in the synapse, leading to an improvement in mood. This is the most common mechanism of action for antidepressants.

Question 4

Which method is NOT used to treat major depressive disorder?&#10;A)transcranial magnetic stimulation&#10;B)selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)&#10;C)benzodiazepines&#10;D)electroconvulsive therapy

Accepted Answer

Benzodiazepines are not typically used to treat major depressive disorder as they primarily treat anxiety and can have addictive properties. The other options listed (transcranial magnetic stimulation, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), and electroconvulsive therapy) are all commonly used treatments for major depressive disorder.

Question 5

In what type of therapy is the token economy technique used?&#10;A)behavior therapy&#10;B)psychoanalysis&#10;C)cognitive therapy&#10;D)humanistic therapy

Accepted Answer

The token economy technique is used in behavior therapy, which is based on the principles of learning theory and focuses on changing behaviors through reinforcement and punishment. The token economy involves giving tokens or points as rewards for desirable behaviors, which can then be exchanged for certain privileges or items. This technique has been used in a variety of settings, such as schools, hospitals, and correctional facilities, to reinforce positive behaviors and reduce negative ones.

Question 6

_____ have a master's degree,are often employed by government or private social service agencies,and are trained to work with people with mental disorders who are in dire circumstances,such as poverty,homelessness,or severe family conflict.

A)Counseling psychologists
B)Psychiatric social workers
C)Humanistic therapists
D)Psychiatrists

Accepted Answer

Psychiatric social workers typically have a master's degree and are often employed by government or private social service agencies. They are trained to work with people with mental disorders who are in dire circumstances, such as poverty, homelessness, or severe family conflict. The other options, counseling psychologists, humanistic therapists, and psychiatrists, may have similar training and may work with individuals with mental disorders, but they do not necessarily specialize in working with individuals in dire circumstances or with social issues.

Question 7

_____ therapy,a common therapy used to treat anxiety and depression,stresses that some behaviors are not controlled through rational thought,but nevertheless there are ways of helping people to think more rationally when thought does play a role.

A)Person-centered
B)Behavior
C)Cognitive
D)Cognitive behavioral

Accepted Answer

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a common therapy used to treat anxiety and depression. CBT focuses on both cognitive and behavioral aspects, emphasizing that some behaviors are not controlled through rational thought, but individuals can learn ways of thinking more rationally to help manage their symptoms.

Question 8

Over time,Heather has begun to feel a strong emotional attachment to her therapist,treating him like a father figure.This example represents the process of:&#10;A)association.&#10;B)transference.&#10;C)emotional awareness.&#10;D)cognitive restructuring.

Accepted Answer

This scenario represents the process of transference, which occurs when a patient develops strong feelings (positive or negative) towards their therapist that are rooted in unresolved issues from their past, often related to family dynamics or relationships. In this case, Heather's attachment to her therapist as a father figure suggests that she may be projecting her own feelings and needs onto him, much like a child might do with a parent. This is a common dynamic in therapy, and can be useful as a way to explore underlying issues and patterns of behavior.

Question 9

According to Freud,the goal of psychoanalysis is for the client to understand _____ by developing _____.&#10;A)phobias;insight&#10;B)consciousness;mindfulness&#10;C)dreams;transference&#10;D)the unconscious;insight

Accepted Answer

According to Freud, the goal of psychoanalysis is to bring the contents of the unconscious into the conscious mind, thereby providing insight and resolution to psychological conflicts. Therefore, the correct answer is D, as the goal is to understand the unconscious by developing insight.

Question 10

In a _____,neither the participant nor the researcher is informed about the treatment that the participant is receiving.&#10;A)treatment outcome study&#10;B)double-blind experiment&#10;C)longitudinal study&#10;D)breaching experiment

Accepted Answer

A double-blind experiment is a type of research study where both the participant and the researcher are unaware of which group received the treatment or placebo. This eliminates bias and ensures that the results are reliable and accurate. A treatment outcome study is a type of research study that investigates the effects of a specific treatment on the outcome of a disease or disorder. A longitudinal study is a research method that observes the same group of individuals over an extended period. Breaching experiment is a research method where the researcher violates the norms and rules of a social setting to observe the reactions of others.

Question 11

Alison and her therapist have agreed that Alison will control the length and frequency of her sessions.Her therapist also tries not to give advice but instead rephrases Alison's concerns to help Alison feel safe expressing her thoughts and feelings.Which type of therapy is Alison likely undergoing?

A)person-centered therapy
B)cognitive behavioral therapy
C)interpersonal therapy
D)psychoanalysis

Accepted Answer

The answer of Alison and her therapist have agreed that...

Question 12

_____ involves repeated exposure to bright light.&#10;A)Psychological therapy&#10;B)Interpersonal psychotherapy&#10;C)Cognitive behavioral therapy&#10;D)Phototherapy

Accepted Answer

The answer of _____ involves repeated exposure to bright light.&#10;A)Psychological...

Question 13

_____ illness is a symptom or a disorder that occurs as a result of a medical or psychotherapeutic treatment itself as a result of the therapist's mistaken belief that the client has a certain disorder.

A)Iatrogenic
B)Self-fulfilling
C)Dissociative
D)Placebo-induced

Accepted Answer

The answer of _____ illness is a symptom or a...

Question 14

Which statement about psychological disorders is FALSE?&#10;A)Most people with major psychological disorders receive treatment.&#10;B)Psychological disorders are associated with impairments in the ability to carry out daily activities.&#10;C)Depression is the second leading cause of all psychological disorders worldwide.&#10;D)About 1 in 4 people in the general population are in need of treatment for psychological disorders.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which statement about psychological disorders is FALSE?&#10;A)Most...

Question 15

The two main types of treatments for mental disorders are:&#10;A)integrative body psychotherapy and psychosynthesis.&#10;B)mentalization-based treatment and drug treatment.&#10;C)existential therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy.&#10;D)psychological treatment and biological treatment.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The two main types of treatments for...

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