Question 1

The behavioral concept of modeling asserts that individuals learn desired behaviors by observing others performing them.

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The behavioral concept of modeling states that individuals can learn by observing others performing desired behaviors.

Question 2

Describe psychodynamic theories of Erikson, Jung, and Mahler. How are these theorists similar to Freud and where do they depart from Freud's ideas?

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Question 3

Summarize research findings on the role of genetics and environment in the development
of psychological disorders.

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Question 4

Explain what defense mechanisms are and for what they are used. Also, identify and
give an example of at least five of the defense mechanisms proposed by Freud.

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Question 5

Efficacy studies examine the effects of treatment when it is delivered by therapists in real-world practice settings with the kinds of clients therapists normally see in their practices.

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Efficacy studies examine the effects of treatments under ideal and controlled conditions, typically using highly selected participants and delivered by highly trained therapists, as opposed to effectiveness studies which assess treatments in real-world practice settings.

Question 6

Describe the basic tenets of Freud's psychodynamic theory.

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Question 7

Briefly describe the various parts of the nervous system, explaining what each does.

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Question 8

Financial burdens are often a major barrier to use of mental health services by ethnic minorities.

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Studies have shown that financial burdens, lack of insurance or underinsurance, and difficulty accessing affordable mental health services are primary reasons for ethnic minorities underutilizing mental health services.

Question 9

Describe the structures of the brain and their functions.

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Question 10

Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of modern psychodynamic theory.

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Question 11

Mindfulness meditation is a widely practiced Buddhist form of meditation used with some therapies.

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Question 12

Describe Freud's views on the structure of personality and the functions of each of the
structures he proposed.

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Question 13

Antipsychotic drugs are often referred to as neuroleptics.

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Antipsychotic drugs are commonly referred to as neuroleptics, which means "to seize the neuron." This term reflects the drugs' ability to affect neurotransmitters in the brain and help reduce symptoms of psychosis.

Question 14

Although many new psychosurgery techniques appear promising, the safety and effectiveness of these
procedures remains to be demonstrated. Therefore, it is best to classify them as experimental treatments

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This statement is true. Many new psychosurgery techniques do show promise, but their safety and effectiveness have not been fully demonstrated, so they are considered experimental treatments.

Question 15

Lithium carbonate has proven to be effective in managing the psychotic symptoms of schizophrenia.

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Lithium carbonate is a mood stabilizer that has been used to treat bipolar disorder for decades. It has also been shown to be effective in managing the psychotic symptoms of schizophrenia.

Question 16

Although adequately funded by the Indian Health Service designated to serve their population, Native Americans remained underserved in regional mental health programs.

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The Indian Health Service has historically been underfunded, contributing to the underservice of Native Americans in regional mental health programs and other health services.

Question 17

Create a scenario using the elements of classical conditioning and discuss examples of classical conditioning in everyday life.

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Question 18

Describe the structure and functions of the neuron and explain how neurons
communicate with each other.

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Question 19

Meta-analysis is a statistical technique which averages the results of a large number of studies to determine
an overall level of effectiveness.

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This is a correct definition of meta-analysis.

Question 20

Identify and briefly explain each of Freud's stages of psychosexual development.

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Quiz 2: Contemporary Perspectives on Abnormal Behavior