Question 1

One of the main goals of community mental health centers is an emphasis on

Accepted Answer

The main goals of community mental health centers include the prevention of psychological problems by providing early intervention and support services to individuals and communities, aiming to reduce the incidence and severity of mental health issues.

Question 2

Although Michael's mother had planned to take seven-year-old Michael to a specialist to be evaluated for his hyperactivity, his hyperactivity has decreased so much in the last several weeks that she cancelled the appointment. Michael's improvement would be an example of

Accepted Answer

Michael's improvement without specific treatment is an example of spontaneous remission, which refers to the unexpected improvement or cure of a disease or condition that appeared to be progressing in severity.

Question 3

Providing short-term clinical services and preventing emotional problems from occurring are the main goals of

Accepted Answer

Community mental health programs are designed to provide short-term clinical services and focus on preventing emotional problems from occurring, making them accessible and preventive in nature.

Question 4

Regarding the use of paraprofessionals for mental health services, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

Paraprofessionals, including those with personal experience in recovery, can be highly valued by clients for their relatability and understanding. This can make them seem more approachable, not less, compared to professionals with more formal education but perhaps less personal experience with similar challenges.

Question 5

Regarding halfway houses, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

Halfway houses are typically transitional living environments for individuals recovering from mental illness or substance abuse, aiming to reintegrate them into society. They are not long-term facilities focused on providing medical supervision but rather offer support and supervision in a less restrictive setting than hospitals.

Question 6

Individuals who work in a near-professional capacity under the supervision of a more highly trained person in providing psychological services are called

Accepted Answer

Paraprofessionals are individuals who assist professionals, particularly in the field of psychology, by performing duties under the supervision of more highly trained professionals, without requiring the extensive education or qualifications of a psychologist or psychiatrist.

Question 7

Skilled management of a psychological emergency is referred to as

Accepted Answer

Crisis intervention is the term used to describe skilled management in a psychological emergency, focusing on immediate, short-term support to help individuals navigate acute phases of psychological distress.

Question 8

Crisis intervention involves

Accepted Answer

Crisis intervention focuses on providing immediate, short-term help to individuals experiencing a psychological emergency, not long-term management or specific types of housing or hospitalization.

Question 9

When a person feels emotionally better due to the mere passage of time, this is known as a(n)

Accepted Answer

Spontaneous remission refers to the phenomenon where an individual experiences an improvement in their emotional or physical health without any specific treatment, often attributed to the passage of time or natural recovery processes.

Question 10

Which of the following are facilities that offer a wide range of mental health services, such as out-patient care, counseling, consultation, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention?

Accepted Answer

Community mental health centers offer a wide range of mental health services, including out-patient care, counseling, consultation, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention, catering to the needs of the community they serve.

Question 11

After the car accident, Anna was so anxious that she would "break into tears" when she was just riding in a car. It is now three months later and Anna is not only riding in a car but is driving her car to work. The reduction in her anxiety without therapy would be an example of

Accepted Answer

The reduction in Anna's anxiety about riding in a car without any therapy is an example of spontaneous remission, which refers to the improvement or recovery from a disorder or condition without any formal treatment or intervention.

Question 12

Joseph is a retired carpenter and the father of one of the counselors in the mental health program. Joseph volunteers his time at the mental health center to teach crafts during the day programs. The clients find him very warm and understanding. Joseph would be considered a(n)

Accepted Answer

Joseph is considered a paraprofessional because he is volunteering his skills in a supportive role without being a licensed professional in the mental health field.

Question 13

The real value of Eysenck's critique of the effectiveness of therapy is that it encouraged psychologists to

Accepted Answer

Eysenck's critique prompted a reevaluation of therapeutic effectiveness, leading to innovation and a deeper understanding of why certain therapies work, rather than abandoning or solely focusing on specific methods.

Question 14

Jerome has been in a mental hospital and was just released. He will live at a community-based facility that will help him make the transition from the mental institution to independent living. Jerome will be residing for a short time

Accepted Answer

The answer of Jerome has been in a mental hospital...

Question 15

Hans Eysenck's study suggested that psychoanalysis simply took so long that patients experience

Accepted Answer

Hans Eysenck's study suggested that the duration of psychoanalysis was so long that patients might experience spontaneous remission, meaning their symptoms improved on their own over time, rather than as a direct result of the psychoanalytic treatment.

Question 16

Tabor, an ex-addict, now works in the mental health program that he once attended. For the new clients coming to this drug program, Tabor, who has "been there," tends to be more approachable than the doctors. Tabor is a

Accepted Answer

Tabor is a paraprofessional because he works in a supportive role in the mental health program, using his personal experience rather than formal professional qualifications to assist clients.

Question 17

In 1952, British psychologist Hans Eysenck published the first systematic attempt to empirically determine the

Accepted Answer

Eysenck's 1952 publication was a pioneering effort to empirically evaluate the effectiveness of psychotherapy, with a particular focus on psychoanalysis. He analyzed studies comparing treated and untreated groups and concluded that psychotherapy (especially psychoanalysis) was not as effective as commonly believed.

Question 18

According to your textbook, which of the following is NOT one of the typical services provided by community mental health centers?

Accepted Answer

Community mental health centers typically provide services such as counseling, prevention of mental illness, and crisis intervention, but short-term in-patient care is not usually among the services they offer. These centers are more focused on outpatient services and community-based support.

Question 19

In 1952, which psychologist published the first systematic attempt to empirically determine the effectiveness of psychotherapy, particularly psychoanalysis?

Accepted Answer

Hans Eysenck published a paper in 1952 that was the first systematic attempt to empirically evaluate the effectiveness of psychotherapy, particularly psychoanalysis. This work sparked significant debate and further research into the efficacy of psychotherapeutic interventions.

Question 20

When the symptoms of a disorder, such as hyperactivity or anxiety, improve due to the mere passage of time, it is called

Accepted Answer

Spontaneous remission refers to the improvement or resolution of a disorder or disease without medical intervention, often attributed to the natural healing process of the body or, in psychological contexts, to changes in the individual's circumstances or mental state over time.

Quiz 15: Therapies