Question 1

Over time, Heather has begun to feel a strong emotional attachment to her therapist, treating him like a father figure. This represents the process of:&#10;A)directed flow.&#10;B)transference.&#10;C)interpretative association.&#10;D)sublimation.

Accepted Answer

Transference is a psychoanalytic term that describes the process by which a patient unconsciously transfers feelings and attitudes from significant others onto the therapist. In this scenario, Heather's attachment to her therapist as a father figure is an example of transference.

Question 2

Researchers at a pharmaceutical company are studying a new drug's effectiveness in reducing depression and are specifically interested in how the drug affects men vs. women. What may be the best type of treatment study for them to use?

A)outcome studies
B)process studies
C)longitudinal studies
D)disorder studies

outcome studies

Accepted Answer

Outcome studies are the best type of treatment study for researchers to use because they can compare the effectiveness of the new drug in reducing depression in men and women.

Question 3

What form of psychodynamic therapy focuses on helping clients improve their current relationships?&#10;A)psychoanalysis&#10;B)person-centered therapy&#10;C)interpersonal psychotherapy&#10;D)social psychotherapy

Accepted Answer

Interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT) is a form of psychodynamic therapy that focuses on improving clients' current relationships. Its primary goals are to improve interpersonal communication skills, address problems in current relationships, and improve social support networks. Psychoanalysis focuses on exploring the unconscious roots of psychological issues, person-centered therapy focuses on the client's self-discovery and self-actualization, and social psychotherapy focuses on improving the social context and environmental factors impacting a person's mental health.

Question 4

The goal of psychoanalysis is for the client to understand _____ by developing _____.&#10;A)the preconscious; phobias&#10;B)consciousness; hallucinations&#10;C)the superego; insight&#10;D)the unconscious; insight

Accepted Answer

The goal of psychoanalysis is for the client to understand the unconscious by developing insight. Psychoanalytic therapy involves exploring and bringing to consciousness repressed thoughts, feelings, and memories that are stored in the unconscious. Through this process of gaining insight, clients can begin to understand the root causes of their current behaviors, emotions, and relationship patterns.

Question 5

The two main types of treatments for mental disorders are:&#10;A)psychoanalysis and behavior modification.&#10;B)psychoanalysis and drug therapy.&#10;C)psychotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy.&#10;D)psychotherapy and medical/biological treatment.

Accepted Answer

The two main types of treatments for mental disorders are psychotherapy (such as talk therapy) and medical/biological treatment (such as medication). While psychotherapy focuses on changing thought patterns and behavior through counseling, medical/biological treatment uses medication and other physical interventions to address the symptoms of the disorder. Both types of treatment can be effective, and often a combination of both is recommended for the best results.

Question 6

_____ have a master's degree, are often employed by government or private social service agencies, and are trained to work with people in dire circumstances, such as poverty, homelessness, or severe family conflict.

A)Counselors
B)Social workers
C)Psychologists
D)Psychiatrists

Accepted Answer

Social workers are trained to work with individuals, families, and communities in need. They typically have a master's degree and are employed by government or private social service agencies. Their work often involves helping people in dire circumstances, such as poverty, homelessness, or severe family conflict. Counsellors, psychologists, and psychiatrists may also work with people in these circumstances but they may have different training and job responsibilities.

Question 7

Sometimes during treatment, a client develops a(n) _____, in which the therapist induces a disorder or symptom because the therapist becomes convinced that the client has the disorder, which in fact the client does not have.

A)iatrogenic illness
B)self-fulfilling illness
C)dissociative illness
D)placebo-induced illness

Accepted Answer

Iatrogenic illness refers to an illness or symptom that is induced by a medical or healthcare provider as a result of treatment. In psychology, it can refer to a therapist inducing a disorder or symptom in a client because they become convinced that the client has the disorder, even if the client does not.

Question 8

Which statement about psychological disorders is FALSE?&#10;A)Most people with major depressive disorder seek treatment.&#10;B)Mental disorders are associated with impairments in the form of an inability to carry out daily activities.&#10;C)Treatment reduces society's financial burden associated with different disorders.&#10;D)About 1 in 4 people in the general population are in need of treatment.

Accepted Answer

This statement is false. In reality, many people with major depressive disorder do not seek treatment due to social stigma, lack of access to healthcare, or fear of being judged.

Question 9

One of the most common treatments of depression is to use SSRIs, which work by:&#10;A)blocking the reuptake of serotonin in the brain.&#10;B)preventing serotonin neurotransmitters from overstimulating the brain through beta-blockers.&#10;C)causing vesicles to prematurely release large amounts of serotonin into the synapse.&#10;D)increasing the activity of enzymes that metabolize serotonin.

Accepted Answer

SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) work by blocking the reuptake of serotonin in the brain, increasing the amount of serotonin available in the synapse. This helps to alleviate symptoms of depression as serotonin plays a role in regulating mood. Options B, C, and D are incorrect as they do not accurately describe how SSRIs work.

Question 10

A common therapy used to treat anxiety and depression, known as _____, stresses that some behaviors are not controlled through rational thought, but, nevertheless, there are ways of helping people to think more rationally when thought does play a role.

A)psychoanalysis
B)behavior therapy
C)cognitive therapy
D)cognitive behavioral therapy

Accepted Answer

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) emphasizes the role of both cognition and behavior in affecting emotions, and aims to help individuals identify and change negative patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to anxiety and depression. CBT recognizes that irrational thoughts can contribute to negative emotions and behaviors, but also emphasizes that changing behavior can also lead to changes in thoughts and emotions.

Question 11

Token economy is a technique used in what type of therapy?&#10;A)behavior therapy&#10;B)psychoanalysis&#10;C)cognitive behavioral therapy&#10;D)humanistic therapy

Accepted Answer

The answer of Token economy is a technique used in...

Question 12

Cognitive therapy focuses on:&#10;A)identifying unconscious desires and wishes developed during childhood.&#10;B)changing behavior through punishment and reward.&#10;C)changing an individual's distorted thought processes.&#10;D)enhancing intelligence through multiple cognitive test batteries.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Cognitive therapy focuses on:&#10;A)identifying unconscious desires and...

Question 13

Alison and her therapist have agreed that Alison will control the length and frequency of her sessions. Her therapist also tries not to give advice but instead rephrases Alison's concerns in order to help Alison feel safe expressing her thoughts and feelings. Alison is probably in what type of therapy?

A)person-centered therapy
B)cognitive behavioral therapy
C)interpersonal therapy
D)psychoanalysis

Accepted Answer

The answer of Alison and her therapist have agreed that...

Question 14

Which of these is the best treatment for anxiety?&#10;A)cognitive behavioral therapy&#10;B)medication&#10;C)electroconvulsive therapy and medication&#10;D)a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy and medication

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of these is the best treatment...

Question 15

Which of these is not used to treat major depressive disorder?&#10;A)transcranial magnetic stimulation&#10;B)SSRIs&#10;C)benzodiazepines&#10;D)electroconvulsive therapy

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of these is not used to...

Deck 16: Section 6: Treatment of Psychological Disorders