Question 1

Which guidance service suggests the importance for maintaining continuous effort of knowing the whereabouts of the graduates and drop outs?
A)evaluation
B)placement
C)counseling
D)follow-up

Accepted Answer

Follow-up services in guidance programs are designed to keep track of graduates and dropouts to assess the effectiveness of the educational or guidance program and provide further support if needed.

Question 2

A person's career includes many significant events and experiences but in which areas has work psychology been able to make a contribution?
A)career counselling
B)career choice
C)mentoring
D)all of the above

Accepted Answer

B

Question 3

It is difficult to get fully accurate figures but which of the following appears to be the most commonly used career management technique in organisations?
A)mentoring
B)internal vacancy notification
C)individual counselling
D)career planning workshops

Accepted Answer

Internal vacancy notification is widely regarded as the most commonly used career management technique in organizations. This approach allows companies to retain talent by offering existing employees the opportunity to apply for open positions within the organization, promoting internal mobility and career development.

Question 4

Each of the following is part of the definition of psychotherapy except
A)trained professional
B)psychological methods
C)medical treatment methods
D)based on psychological theory

Accepted Answer

Psychotherapy involves the use of psychological methods, not medical treatment methods, by a trained professional based on psychological theory to help a person change behavior and overcome problems in desired ways.

Question 5

According to the Association for Advancement of Behavior Therapy, each of the following is an ethical consideration in the use of psychotherapy except
A)the goals of treatment
B)the fees (splitting the fees when necessary)
C)the choice of treatment methods
D)client confidentiality

Accepted Answer

The Association for Advancement of Behavior Therapy emphasizes ethical considerations such as the goals of treatment, the choice of treatment methods, and client confidentiality. Splitting fees is not specifically mentioned as an ethical consideration by this organization; it is more related to business practices and could potentially raise ethical concerns about referrals and professional conduct.

Question 6

According to Freud, when the patient reacts to the therapist in ways that resemble how he or she would react to other authority figures, the process is called
A)resistance
B)catharsis
C)free association
D)transference

Accepted Answer

Transference is a phenomenon in psychoanalysis where patients project feelings and attitudes from a previous relationship onto their therapist. This often involves treating the therapist as if they were a significant person in the patient's life, such as a parent or other authority figure.

Question 7

In psychoanalysis, the release of emotional energy related to unconscious conflicts is called
A)resistance
B)catharsis
C)free association
D)transference

Accepted Answer

Catharsis refers to the process of releasing, and thereby providing relief from, strong or repressed emotions, typically in the context of psychoanalysis, where it is associated with the expression of emotions linked to unconscious conflicts.

Question 8

According to Rogers, the ability of the therapist to share the client's emotions is an important process called
A)reflection
B)empathy
C)catharsis
D)transference

Accepted Answer

Empathy is the ability of the therapist to understand and share the feelings of the client, which Carl Rogers emphasized as crucial in the therapeutic process.

Question 9

The role of the client-centered therapist is to
A)interpret the client\s unconscious conflicts
B)create a safe atmosphere for clients to express feelings
C)confront and challenge the client and point out inconsistencies
D)help the client unlearn abnormal ways of behaving

Accepted Answer

Client-centered therapy, developed by Carl Rogers, emphasizes creating a supportive and non-judgmental environment, often referred to as a "safe atmosphere," where clients can express their feelings and thoughts openly. This approach is grounded in the belief that the therapeutic relationship itself can lead to insights and personal growth.

Question 10

Behavior therapy teaches skills based on methods derived from
A)classical conditioning
B)operant conditioning
C)information-processing theory
D)a and b above

Accepted Answer

Behavior therapy incorporates techniques based on both classical conditioning, which involves learning by association, and operant conditioning, which involves learning through consequences such as rewards and punishments.

Question 11

With which disorders has cognitive therapy been shown to be effective?
A)anxiety disorders
B)bulimia
C)major depression
D)all of the above

Accepted Answer

Cognitive therapy has been shown to be effective in treating a variety of disorders, including anxiety disorders, bulimia, and major depression, making all of the above correct.

Question 12

Persuading clients to abandon their erroneous ways of thinking is a goal of
A)aversive conditioning
B)cognitive therapy
C)systematic desensitization
D)social skills training

Accepted Answer

Cognitive therapy aims to help clients identify and correct faulty beliefs and thought patterns that contribute to their psychological problems.

Question 13

Which of the following is a fundamental concept of feminist psychotherapy?
A)an equal relationship between therapist and client
B)an awareness of anger over living in a sexist society
C)encouragement to consider the clients\ needs as valid and worthy
D)all of the above

Accepted Answer

Feminist psychotherapy emphasizes an equal relationship between therapist and client, acknowledges the impact of living in a sexist society, and encourages the validation of clients' needs, making all of the listed options fundamental concepts of this therapeutic approach.

Question 14

Board-certified psychologists
A)are more competent than those who are not
B)are eclectic psychiatrists
C)are the only ones who accept health insurance
D)have met national standards for competency

Accepted Answer

Board-certified psychologists have met national standards for competency, which is what certification by a professional board signifies. It does not necessarily mean they are more competent than non-certified psychologists, that they are psychiatrists (which is a different profession), or that only they accept health insurance.

Question 15

Which of the following would be good advice for someone considering a therapist?
A)eclectic therapists are best because they can provide the widest variety of services.
B)student counseling centers are usually staffed by students and recent graduates who don	 have much experience.
C)anybody can call themselves a "psychologist."
D)referrals can be a good guide in choosing a psychologist.

Accepted Answer

Referrals from trusted sources such as healthcare providers, friends, or family members can be a valuable way to find a reputable psychologist. They offer insights based on personal experiences or professional knowledge, which can help in making an informed decision.

Question 16

Which therapy would be most focused on exploring childhood relationships?
A)behavioral therapy
B)cognitive therapy
C)humanistic therapy
D)psychodynamic therapy

Accepted Answer

Psychodynamic therapy is most focused on exploring childhood relationships, as it emphasizes the influence of the unconscious mind and early life experiences on current behavior.

Question 17

A person who is afraid of snakes is taken to a zoo by his therapist and made to sit in a room with dozens of snakes. This is an example of
A)gestalt therapy.
B)flooding.
C)aversive conditioning.
D)cognitive restructuring.

Accepted Answer

This is an example of flooding, a type of exposure therapy where an individual is exposed to their phobia in a controlled environment. The aim is to help the person face their fear directly and learn to manage their anxiety.

Question 18

Which of the following is the most important ingredient for successful counselling or therapy?
A)the therapist\s support of the client
B)the number of sessions
C)the type of therapy
D)the client\s age

Accepted Answer

The most important ingredient for successful counselling or therapy is the therapist's support of the client. This includes building a strong therapeutic alliance, showing empathy, and providing a safe and supportive environment for the client to explore their issues. Research has consistently shown that the quality of the therapist-client relationship is a key factor in the effectiveness of therapy, more so than the specific type of therapy or the number of sessions.

Question 19

Which of the following do cognitive therapists believe?
A)uncovering childhood trauma is the goal of therapy
B)how we think is an important part of how we feel
C)altering one\s unhealthy routines alone will lead to psychological well-being
D)certain medications are needed to help people maintain psychological health

Accepted Answer

Cognitive therapists focus on the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, emphasizing that how individuals perceive and interpret events influences their emotional responses.

Question 20

Group therapy can be helpful for clients because
A)it is more cost-effective than individual therapy.
B)clients can interact in genuine relationships, which is more like real life than individual therapy.
C)it allows clients to not invest as much psychological energy as in individual therapy.
D)clients are more comfortable speaking in groups.

Accepted Answer

Clients can interact in genuine relationships, which is more like real life than individual therapy.

Quiz 1: Different Types of Psychotherapy and Counseling Techniques

Which guidance service suggests the importance for maintaining continuous effort of knowing the whereabouts of the graduates and drop outs?

A person's career includes many significant events and experiences but in which areas has work psychology been able to make a contribution?

It is difficult to get fully accurate figures but which of the following appears to be the most commonly used career management technique in organisations?

Each of the following is part of the definition of psychotherapy except

According to the Association for Advancement of Behavior Therapy, each of the following is an ethical consideration in the use of psychotherapy except

According to Freud, when the patient reacts to the therapist in ways that resemble how he or she would react to other authority figures, the process is called

In psychoanalysis, the release of emotional energy related to unconscious conflicts is called

According to Rogers, the ability of the therapist to share the client's emotions is an important process called

The role of the client-centered therapist is to

Behavior therapy teaches skills based on methods derived from

With which disorders has cognitive therapy been shown to be effective?

Persuading clients to abandon their erroneous ways of thinking is a goal of

Which of the following is a fundamental concept of feminist psychotherapy?

Board-certified psychologists

Which of the following would be good advice for someone considering a therapist?

Which therapy would be most focused on exploring childhood relationships?

A person who is afraid of snakes is taken to a zoo by his therapist and made to sit in a room with dozens of snakes. This is an example of

Which of the following is the most important ingredient for successful counselling or therapy?

Which of the following do cognitive therapists believe?

Group therapy can be helpful for clients because