Question 1

Which of the following neurophysiological systems is responsible for slowing the heart rate and stimulating the digestive system?&#10;A) Autonomic nervous system&#10;B) Sympathetic nervous system&#10;C) Endocrine system&#10;D) Parasympathetic nervous system

Accepted Answer

The parasympathetic nervous system is responsible for slowing down heart rate and stimulating digestion. The autonomic nervous system and endocrine system both play roles in controlling various bodily functions, but the parasympathetic nervous system specifically has these effects on the heart and digestion. The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for the "fight or flight" response, which typically involves increased heart rate and decreased digestive activity.

Question 2

Identify the statement that is most reflective of emotion regulation throughout the life span.&#10;A) Eastern cultures support open expression of emotions in a group setting.&#10;B) Optimal development of these skills occurs in adolescence.&#10;C) Intensity and lability of expression and mood in adolescents has been linked to increased prevalence of depression.&#10;D) Emotion regulation is most effectively developed through peer relationships.

Accepted Answer

This statement reflects the importance of emotion regulation throughout the life span, specifically in adolescence where intensity and lability of expression and mood has been linked to depression. It suggests that effective emotion regulation is necessary for mental health and well-being.

Question 3

As a practitioner using a dialectical behavior approach, there are several working assumptions you must accept. Which of the following best represents one of those assumptions?&#10;A) Clients do not fail at Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT); it is the treatment that is failing and needs to be modified.&#10;B) Clients are responsible for the way things are in their life currently and how they will be in the future.&#10;C) Clients do not want to change, even if they say they do.&#10;D) Clients' behavior patterns are best understood by present circumstances.

Accepted Answer

DBT operates under the principle that clients are doing the best they can, but they need help learning new behaviors. It posits that if a client is not improving, it is the responsibility of the therapy or therapist to adapt, reflecting the belief that the treatment should be tailored to meet the client's needs, rather than blaming the client for not succeeding.

Question 4

You decide you want to further assess the young man from Question 5 to get a better sense of his cognitive appraisal skills and ability to suppress emotional expression. You want to use a quick, 5-minute, paper-pencil assessment. Which of the following best fits your need?

A) Cognitive Emotion Regulation Questionnaire
B) Difficulties in Emotion Regulation Scale
C) Emotion Regulation Questionnaire
D) Emotion Regulation Skills Questionnaire

Accepted Answer

The Emotion Regulation Questionnaire (ERQ) is a quick, 5-minute self-report measure that assesses two distinct emotion regulation strategies: cognitive reappraisal and expressive suppression. This questionnaire is specifically designed to assess the individual's ability to suppress emotional expression and control their emotional responses which fit the need mentioned in the question.

Question 5

Which of the following is most reflective of the Modal Model of Emotions?&#10;A) It is an interactive process between instinctive and intuitive feelings.&#10;B) It is an interactive process between the person and situation.&#10;C) It is an interactive process between the person and environment.&#10;D) It is an interactive process between quick, basic judgments and experiences.

Accepted Answer

The Modal Model of Emotions emphasizes the interaction between the person and the situation, suggesting that emotions are a result of this dynamic interplay.

Question 6

Jason is a 16-year-old who is getting ready to take his driving test. He reports having butterflies in his stomach and feeling jittery. After he recognizes these feelings, he begins the deep breathing activity he learned in occupational therapy and begins to feel better. He was able to calm himself down and pass his driving test. Which of the following does this best exemplify?

A) Emotion regulation
B) Emotion dysregulation
C) Sensory sensitivity
D) Sensation seeking

Accepted Answer

Jason recognized his emotional state and used a coping skill to regulate his emotions and calm himself down, which is an example of emotion regulation.

Question 7

You are working with a 23-year-old male who responds quickly and strongly to what you perceive are low levels of stress. In addition, he has an intense response to emotional stimuli and is slow to return to his emotional baseline. After completing some research on effective interventions with this individual, you decide to employ dialectical behavior therapy. Which disorder does this scenario best represent?

A) Depression
B) Anxiety
C) Substance abuse
D) Borderline personality disorder

Accepted Answer

The scenario described best represents borderline personality disorder, which is characterized by emotional instability and intense responses to emotional stimuli. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a commonly used intervention for treating this disorder, as it focuses on emotion regulation and mindfulness skills. Depression, anxiety, and substance abuse may also have emotional dysregulation components, but the intensity of emotion described in the scenario suggests borderline personality disorder as the best choice.

Question 8

Which of the following best distinguishes mindfulness-based occupational therapy from other forms of mindfulness?&#10;A) It recognizes individuals can regulate their emotions by paying attention to present-moment experiences.&#10;B) It integrates mindfulness strategies into daily tasks, activities, and routines.&#10;C) It incorporates a nonjudgmental philosophy.&#10;D) It recognizes that mindfulness takes practice and patience to develop.

Accepted Answer

While all of the options listed are important aspects of mindfulness, integrating mindfulness strategies into daily tasks, activities, and routines is a key feature of mindfulness-based occupational therapy. This involves practicing mindfulness while engaging in the meaningful activities and occupations that are important to the individual, rather than in isolated moments of meditation or relaxation. This approach aims to improve overall occupational performance, engagement, and satisfaction.

Deck 25: Emotion