Question 1

Clinicians ask prepared questions in a __________ interview.

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Question 2

The leading classification system for mental disorders in the United States is the

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The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) is the leading classification system for mental disorders in the United States. It is widely used by clinicians and researchers to diagnose and classify mental disorders, and it provides a common language for communication and research in the field of mental health.

Question 3

If a person qualifies for two or more diagnoses, this is called

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When a person meets the criteria for two or more diagnoses, it is referred to as comorbidity. This means that they have multiple conditions that are present at the same time.

Question 4

The DSM describes approximately ____ disorders.

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Question 5

Which of the following groups of disorders is characterized by a loss of contact with reality?

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Schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders are characterized by a loss of contact with reality, which may take the form of delusions, hallucinations, disordered thinking, and other symptoms. Somatoform disorders involve physical symptoms without a clear medical explanation, anxiety disorders involve excessive fear or worry, and personality disorders involve maladaptive patterns of behavior and thinking.

Question 6

Dr Jamu has a 10 year old client who is having difficulty interacting with other children and is being bullied. Which type of diagnostic method would be most useful in gaining insight into the problem?

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Naturalistic observation would be most useful as it allows Dr. Jamu to observe the child's interactions in their natural environment, providing insights into the social dynamics and behaviors that may contribute to the bullying.

Question 7

Huntington's disease is considered a ______ disorder.

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Huntington's disease is a cognitive disorder that affects a person's coordination, mood, and cognitive abilities such as memory, attention, and decision making.

Question 8

Dr Wilson wants to observe his schizophrenic patient interact with others in a controlled, protected setting. Dr. Wilson is using

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Analog observation involves observing behavior in a controlled, protected setting that simulates real-life situations. This is the best choice for Dr. Wilson to observe his schizophrenic patient interact with others in a controlled environment. Naturalistic observation involves observing behavior in its natural setting, which may not be feasible in this case. Self-monitoring involves individuals observing and recording their own behavior, and a response inventory is a self-report questionnaire that assesses symptoms and behaviors, neither of which are appropriate for Dr. Wilson's goals.

Question 9

The Beck Depression Inventory is an example of a

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The Beck Depression Inventory is a response inventory designed to assess the presence and severity of depressive symptoms.

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT one of the somatoform disorders?

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Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder characterized by extreme shifts in mood, energy, and activity levels. Somatoform disorders, on the other hand, involve physical symptoms that cannot be fully explained by a medical condition or substance use. The options A, C, and D - Conversion disorder, somatization disorder, and hypochondriasis respectively, are all somatoform disorders.

Question 11

Which of the following is one of the four "Ds" of psychological dysfunction?

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The four "Ds" of psychological dysfunction are deviance, distress, dysfunction, and danger. Of these four, danger refers to behavior that poses a threat to oneself or others. Delusions and dissociation are symptoms or aspects of certain psychological disorders, but not one of the "Ds." Dynamic is not one of the "Ds" at all.

Question 12

Describe the drawbacks and limitations of the clinical interview technique.

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Question 13

Which of the following is discussed in your text as a drawback of a clinical interview?

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Clients may avoid discussing uncomfortable or embarrassing issues.

Question 14

How does analog observation differ from naturalistic observation?

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Question 15

Sandy has learned that depressive thoughts can be tracked and corrected. Every time Sandy has a negative thought, he writes it down and then substitutes a more adaptive thought. Which therapeutic technique is Sandy using?

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Sandy is using self-monitoring, which involves tracking and recording one's own behavior or thoughts. He is specifically tracking his negative thoughts and correcting them with more adaptive thoughts. Response inventory involves systematically measuring a person's thoughts and feelings, while analog observation involves observing a person's behavior in a simulated or controlled environment. Participant observation involves the researcher immersing themselves in a group or culture to observe their behavior and interactions.

Question 16

Where does a naturalistic observation occur?

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Question 17

Comorbidity means that

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Comorbidity refers to the presence of two or more disorders in the same person, so choice C is the correct definition. While choices A and B may be related to comorbidity, they do not capture the full meaning of the term. Choice D is not accurate, as having a long-term psychological disability and two or more hospitalizations does not necessarily indicate comorbidity with another disorder.

Question 18

Which of the following measures of psychological dysfunction is most likely to be affected by time, culture, and history?

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Deviance, which refers to behavior that violates cultural norms, is heavily influenced by time, culture, and history. What is considered deviant in one society or time period may be completely acceptable in another. For example, homosexuality was considered a mental disorder in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders until 1973, reflecting societal norms of the time. However, today it is recognized as a natural variation of sexual orientation. Therefore, the measure of psychological dysfunction most likely to be affected by time, culture, and history is deviance.

Question 19

Joe is visiting a therapist for the first time. The therapist says to Joe "tell me more about yourself and why you're here." This is an example of

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An unstructured clinical interview is an open-ended conversation between a therapist and client, often used in psychological assessments and counseling sessions, in which the therapist asks the client a series of questions designed to assess their emotional and mental state, life experiences, and symptoms, without following a specific script or format.

Question 20

Mary has difficulty understanding how to interact well with other people. She is socially awkward and withdrawn. Which of the criteria of mental illness best describes Mary?

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Mary's difficulty in interacting with others would be considered dysfunctional as it impairs her ability to function in social situations. While she may experience distress or deviate from social norms, those criteria do not necessarily reflect a dysfunction in her ability to interact with others. There is no indication of danger to herself or others.

Quiz 15: Psychological Disorders