Question 1

The fourth type of psychotherapy integration is:
A)Common factorism
B)Assimilative integration
C)Technical eclecticism
D)Theoretical integration

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Assimilative integration involves integrating different therapeutic approaches by selecting and adapting techniques from various approaches to fit the needs of the client. This approach allows the therapist to maintain a basic theoretical orientation while also incorporating techniques and interventions from other therapeutic models.

Question 2

Compare and contrast psychodynamic therapy and cognitive-behavioural therapy.

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Question 3

Describe some differences between how therapy research is conducted versus the typical practice of therapy.

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Question 4

Marital conflict can contribute to the development of several disorders, and yet marital conflict is also thought of as a normal part of marriage. What would you recommend to a couple high in conflict?

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Question 5

Describe the three different approaches to eclecticism (technical eclecticism, common factorism, theoretical integration). As part of this discussion, consider limitations to the integrative movement in psychotherapy.

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Question 6

Compare and contrast treatment efficacy and treatment effectiveness. Which do you think is more important for treatment success? Why?

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Question 7

Janessa has been selected to participate in her university's computerized CBT program for her depression. If she is like participants in a recent study evaluating CBT for university students, she will:
A)Be less depressed if she completes the program
B)Be less depressed regardless of whether she completes the program
C)Most likely complete the program and see a small improvement in her depression
D)Most likely only complete part of the program and will see no change in her depression

Accepted Answer

The question states that participants in a recent study evaluating CBT for university students showed improvement in their depression if they completed the program. Therefore, Janessa is likely to be less depressed if she completes the program.

Question 8

Which is more important for therapeutic success - therapist competence or the therapeutic alliance? Describe what each is, and explain why/how one is a better predictor of success.

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Question 9

What are the advantages and disadvantages of using empirically supported therapies exclusively?

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Question 10

What is the demoralization hypothesis and how does it affect help-seeking behaviours?

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Question 11

Which of the following is a good description of assimilative integration?
A)I'll try anything (in therapy)once
B)There are many cookbooks out there, but I prefer to stick to my favourite one
C)I care deeply about my clients and that should be enough to help them get better
D)My native language is English, but I learned French and Spanish too

Accepted Answer

Assimilative integration refers to the therapist's ability to selectively incorporate techniques from different therapeutic approaches into their existing therapeutic framework. Option D is the best choice as it describes learning multiple languages, which is similar to learning multiple therapeutic approaches for the purpose of assimilation.

Question 12

How can technology (e.g., internet, text messaging, videoconferencing)be used to enhance the delivery of psychological interventions? What drawbacks exist, if any?

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Question 13

Enid and her husband, Lou, live in a remote area of Alberta. She is concerned about Lou's increasing forgetfulness and confusion. Their family doctor suspects that Lou may be showing signs of Alzheimer's disease, but would like Lou to see a specialist. The closest one is over 300 km away, which is too far for them to travel. What is their best option for having Lou assessed and treated?
A)They should ask the family doctor for medication and hope for the best
B)They don't have much of a choice - they will have to make the 300 km journey
C)They can have Lou evaluated via videoconference and then follow-up with their family doctor
D)They will have to commit Lou to institutional care

Accepted Answer

Having Lou evaluated via videoconference can provide access to specialists without the need for a long journey to see them in person. This allows Enid and Lou to receive the care they need from the comfort of their home, while still having access to specialized care. They can then follow-up with their family doctor for any necessary treatment or medication.

Question 14

Annie is very excited to integrate text messaging into her practice. Which of the following is NOT a reasonable use of text messaging in clinical practice?
A)Reminding clients that payment is overdue
B)Reminding clients to be kind to themselves
C)Sending a text to encourage self-monitoring
D)Sending a text message reminder of an upcoming appointment

Accepted Answer

Reminding clients that payment is overdue via text message may not be appropriate due to privacy concerns and the potential for it to be perceived as intrusive or insensitive. Other options like reminders for appointments, encouragement for self-care, and self-monitoring support are considered reasonable uses of text messaging in clinical practice, as they directly relate to the client's care and well-being.

Question 15

New directions in "telepsychotherapy" have found that treating patients via videoconference
A)needs work because it takes too many teleconference meetings to develop a good working alliance.
B)is effective but not as effective as face-to-face contact.
C)results in improvements in both patients' symptoms and their sense of self-efficacy.
D)is effective but costly.

Accepted Answer

Recent studies have found that telepsychotherapy, or therapy via videoconference, can be as effective as face-to-face therapy in addressing patients' symptoms and increasing their sense of self-efficacy. While some challenges exist, such as the need to establish a good working alliance over video, the overall results have been promising in terms of the effectiveness of the treatment.

Question 16

Andersson and colleagues' (2006)randomized control research on internet-based psychotherapy intervention found __________ benefits for treatment of ___________.
A)significant; schizophrenia
B)significant; social phobia
C)no; mood disorder
D)no; traumatic stress

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Andersson and colleagues' (2006) randomized control research found significant benefits for the treatment of social phobia through internet-based psychotherapy intervention. They did not find significant benefits for the treatment of mood disorders or traumatic stress.

Question 17

What is emotion-focused therapy and how is it used with couples?

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Question 18

"Psychotechnologies" refer to the delivery of psychotherapy by:
A)Skype
B)Facebook
C)Mobile phones
D)Any or all of the above

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Psychotechnologies refer to the use of any technology for the delivery of psychotherapy. This can include Skype, Facebook, mobile phones, and any other digital platforms that allow remote communication and interaction between therapist and patient. Therefore, the best choice is D, as it includes all possible options.

Quiz 17: Outcomes and Issues in Psychological Intervention

The fourth type of psychotherapy integration is:

Compare and contrast psychodynamic therapy and cognitive-behavioural therapy.

Describe some differences between how therapy research is conducted versus the typical practice of therapy.

Marital conflict can contribute to the development of several disorders, and yet marital conflict is also thought of as a normal part of marriage. What would you recommend to a couple high in conflict?

Describe the three different approaches to eclecticism (technical eclecticism, common factorism, theoretical integration). As part of this discussion, consider limitations to the integrative movement in psychotherapy.

Compare and contrast treatment efficacy and treatment effectiveness. Which do you think is more important for treatment success? Why?

Janessa has been selected to participate in her university's computerized CBT program for her depression. If she is like participants in a recent study evaluating CBT for university students, she will:

Which is more important for therapeutic success - therapist competence or the therapeutic alliance? Describe what each is, and explain why/how one is a better predictor of success.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of using empirically supported therapies exclusively?

What is the demoralization hypothesis and how does it affect help-seeking behaviours?

Which of the following is a good description of assimilative integration?

How can technology (e.g., internet, text messaging, videoconferencing)be used to enhance the delivery of psychological interventions? What drawbacks exist, if any?

Annie is very excited to integrate text messaging into her practice. Which of the following is NOT a reasonable use of text messaging in clinical practice?

New directions in "telepsychotherapy" have found that treating patients via videoconference

Andersson and colleagues' (2006) randomized control research on internet-based psychotherapy intervention found benefits for treatment of _.

What is emotion-focused therapy and how is it used with couples?

"Psychotechnologies" refer to the delivery of psychotherapy by:

Quiz 17: Outcomes and Issues in Psychological Intervention

The fourth type of psychotherapy integration is:

Compare and contrast psychodynamic therapy and cognitive-behavioural therapy.

Describe some differences between how therapy research is conducted versus the typical practice of therapy.

Marital conflict can contribute to the development of several disorders, and yet marital conflict is also thought of as a normal part of marriage. What would you recommend to a couple high in conflict?

Describe the three different approaches to eclecticism (technical eclecticism, common factorism, theoretical integration). As part of this discussion, consider limitations to the integrative movement in psychotherapy.

Compare and contrast treatment efficacy and treatment effectiveness. Which do you think is more important for treatment success? Why?

Janessa has been selected to participate in her university's computerized CBT program for her depression. If she is like participants in a recent study evaluating CBT for university students, she will:

Which is more important for therapeutic success - therapist competence or the therapeutic alliance? Describe what each is, and explain why/how one is a better predictor of success.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of using empirically supported therapies exclusively?

What is the demoralization hypothesis and how does it affect help-seeking behaviours?

Which of the following is a good description of assimilative integration?

How can technology (e.g., internet, text messaging, videoconferencing)be used to enhance the delivery of psychological interventions? What drawbacks exist, if any?

Annie is very excited to integrate text messaging into her practice. Which of the following is NOT a reasonable use of text messaging in clinical practice?

New directions in "telepsychotherapy" have found that treating patients via videoconference

Andersson and colleagues' (2006) randomized control research on internet-based psychotherapy intervention found __________ benefits for treatment of ___________.

What is emotion-focused therapy and how is it used with couples?

"Psychotechnologies" refer to the delivery of psychotherapy by:

Andersson and colleagues' (2006) randomized control research on internet-based psychotherapy intervention found benefits for treatment of _.