Question 1

By 2012, approximately how many psychologists had completed Level 3 Clinical Pharmacotherapy training?

Accepted Answer

According to the sentence, approximately 1,700 psychologists had completed Level 3 Clinical Pharmacotherapy training by 2012.

Question 2

"As if..." scenarios that lead to sexual involvement with clients are ones in which the therapist:

Accepted Answer

C

Question 3

The female ethnic group at highest risk for suicide in the U.S.is:

Accepted Answer

White females have consistently had the highest suicide rates among all ethnic groups in the U.S.

Question 4

Research shows that most incidences of sexual contact occur between a male therapist and a female patient.What percentage falls in this category?

Accepted Answer

According to research, approximately 88-95% of incidences of sexual contact between therapists and patients involve a male therapist and a female patient.

Question 5

Which of the following statements would accurately reflect the likely opinions of most psychologists regarding sexual attraction to clients?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following statements would accurately...

Question 6

When rationalizations allow a therapist to discount the professional nature of a therapist-patient relationship and become sexually involved with a client, Pope and Bouhoutsos would label this scenario as:

Accepted Answer

The answer of When rationalizations allow a therapist to discount...

Question 7

Which of the following professional organizations argued that its profession possessed unique skills that would be helpful in the interrogation of detainees?

Accepted Answer

The American Psychological Association argued that its profession possessed unique skills that would be helpful in the interrogation of detainees.

Question 8

Integrated care refers to a model of care that:

Accepted Answer

Integrated care refers to the coordination of mental and physical health care services, including co-locating these services in the same facility or practice. This model improves patient outcomes through better communication between providers and a more comprehensive approach to care. Ethnicity, religion or financial investment are not defining factors of integrated care.

Question 9

Data suggests individuals seeking treatment for depression are increasingly more likely to:

Accepted Answer

There is a trend towards integrating mental health services into primary care settings, making it more accessible for individuals to receive treatment for depression in these environments.

Question 10

Research suggests that, after 13 years in the U.S., rates of depression for female immigrant Mexican Americans:

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that rates of depression for female immigrant Mexican Americans rise precipitously after 13 years in the U.S. This may be due to factors such as acculturative stress, discrimination, and the loss of traditional cultural values and social support systems.

Question 11

Estimates suggest the professional discipline with the largest number of members providing clinical services is:

Accepted Answer

Clinical social work has the largest number of members providing clinical services, as it encompasses a broad range of practitioners who deliver mental health services across various settings.

Question 12

Information about the use of antidepressants to treat depression suggests that:

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The answer of Information about the use of antidepressants to...

Question 13

Regardless of professional discipline and training most therapists practice which of the following form of therapy?

Accepted Answer

Eclecticism is the practice of combining theoretical and practical elements from multiple therapeutic approaches. Most therapists today integrate techniques from various theoretical frameworks in order to cater to the unique needs of their clients. This approach, known as integrative or eclectic therapy, allows therapists to utilize a range of interventions and tailor their treatment to the specific needs of their clients. While some therapists may specialize in certain approaches or techniques, most utilize a blend of approaches in their practice.

Question 14

Which of the following states allows psychologists to prescribe psychotropic medications?

Accepted Answer

New Mexico is the only state that allows psychologists to prescribe psychotropic medications after completing additional training and obtaining a certificate. Virginia, Florida, and Alaska do not currently allow psychologists to prescribe medications.

Question 15

The second most reported ethical dilemma described by therapists is:

Accepted Answer

Dual relationships are the second most reported ethical dilemma described by therapists. This refers to situations where the therapist has multiple roles with a client, such as being a therapist and a friend or a therapist and a business partner. This can create conflicts of interest and compromise the therapeutic relationship.

Question 16

Restriction of the practice of a profession involves:

Accepted Answer

Licensure is a governmental process that restricts the practice of a profession to those who have met certain standards. This is done to protect the public from unqualified individuals providing services in that profession. Certification, accreditation, and privileges are related but different concepts. Certification involves verifying that an individual has attained a certain level of knowledge or skill in a particular area, while accreditation involves verifying that an organization or program meets certain standards. Privileges refer to specific rights or benefits granted to individuals or groups in certain contexts.

Question 17

Which of the following demographic groups has the highest rate of disabilities?

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The answer of Which of the following demographic groups has...

Question 18

When a therapist rationalizes having had sex with a patient by indicating that they had fallen in love, Pope and Bouhoustsos would label this scenario as:

Accepted Answer

The answer of When a therapist rationalizes having had sex...

Question 19

Individuals from Black and Hispanic cultures are three times more likely to be diagnosed with which of the following disorders in contrast to Whites?

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that individuals from Black and Hispanic cultures are three times more likely to be diagnosed with schizophrenia in contrast to Whites. This may be due to a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Other factors such as lack of access to healthcare and cultural stigma may also contribute to the disparities in diagnosis rates.

Question 20

Data regarding the sexual misconduct of therapists suggests:

Accepted Answer

Research has found that incidence rates for sexual misconduct are fairly similar across disciplines, with no one profession standing out as having significantly higher or lower rates. It is important to note that sexual misconduct is still relatively rare overall.

Quiz 16: Contemporary Challenges and Controversies