Question 1

Culture does all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

Culture provides a context for interpreting beliefs and customs, explaining coping mechanisms, and predicting misdiagnoses, but it does not prescribe or determine a diagnosis. Diagnoses are made based on medical criteria and assessments, not cultural prescriptions.

Question 2

According to a feminist model, diagnostic labels and impressions can be influenced by all of the following stereotypes EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

Etiology of disorder assumptions are not inherently related to stereotypes but rather to the causes or origins of disorders. Feminist models critique how stereotypes, including racist, homophobic, and classist assumptions, can influence diagnostic labels and impressions, but etiology of disorder assumptions pertain to the biomedical or psychological origins of a disorder, not stereotypes.

Question 3

Young girls' disorders are often overlooked or untreated because of

Accepted Answer

Both A and B contribute to the overlooking or untreated disorders in young girls. A) highlights the challenge in observing distress due to internalization of issues, and B) reflects societal biases that de-emphasize the importance of girls' academic success, potentially leading to less attention to their mental and emotional needs.

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of traditional gender roles?

Accepted Answer

Traditional gender roles often stereotype women as emotional and men as strong and independent, as described in both A and B.

Question 5

__________ disorders are more likely to represent social conventions.

Accepted Answer

Personality disorders often involve patterns of behavior and thinking that deviate from social norms and conventions.

Question 6

All of the following are examples of ways that women's contextual distress can be alleviated EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

Offering free education does not directly alleviate women's contextual distress, which is caused by societal and economic factors.

Question 7

The DSM tends to focus more on

Accepted Answer

The DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) is primarily focused on identifying and categorizing mental health disorders, which means it emphasizes problems (diagnoses) rather than solutions or explanations for those problems.

Question 8

When using the DSM, __________ should be considered during assessment.

Accepted Answer

The DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) encourages a comprehensive assessment that includes individual symptoms, family interactions, and functional abilities to ensure a holistic understanding of the individual's mental health condition.

Question 9

Culturally sensitive assessment involves assessing

Accepted Answer

Culturally sensitive assessment involves evaluating all aspects of a person's cultural background, including cultural systems/structures, cultural values, and gender socialization, to ensure a comprehensive understanding of their experiences and needs.

Question 10

Feminist theorists contend that all of the following causes of problems are overemphasized EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

Feminist theorists often emphasize the role of social and cultural context in shaping gender roles and inequalities, while they argue that factors like biology, personality traits, and life experiences are overemphasized in traditional explanations for gender differences and societal problems.

Question 11

The DSM-5 has significantly affected the way counselors diagnose mental disorders by replacing the ________ system with _________ assessments.

Accepted Answer

The DSM-5 has significantly affected the way counselors diagnose mental disorders by replacing the categorical and axial system with dimensional assessments, moving away from the strictly categorized disorders and multi-axial system of the DSM-IV to a more nuanced dimensional approach where the severity and spectrum of symptoms are considered.

Question 12

The DSM-5 contains more than 67 _______ that will require score validation, including cross-cultural validation.

Accepted Answer

The DSM-5 includes more than 67 emerging measures that require score validation, including cross-cultural validation, to ensure their applicability and accuracy across different populations and cultural contexts.

Question 13

Category fallacy is

Accepted Answer

Category fallacy refers to the mistake of applying diagnostic categories to cultural groups for which those categories were not developed and have not been validated, potentially leading to misinterpretation or misdiagnosis.

Question 14

The _______ is an emerging measure included in the DSM-5 that helps the clinician understand the cultural context and factors of the client's presenting problem, as well as the client's perception of the problem.

Accepted Answer

The Cultural Formulation Interview (CFI) is a tool included in the DSM-5 designed to assist clinicians in understanding a patient's cultural background and how it affects the individual's mental health and perception of their problems. It facilitates a more culturally sensitive diagnostic and treatment process.

Question 15

A major criticism of the recently added diagnosis of disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD) is

Accepted Answer

The major criticism of DMDD is that its symptoms often reflect typical childhood behavior, leading to concerns about pathologizing normal emotional fluctuations in children.

Question 16

Children under the age of 13 are often _______ with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), while adolescents are often _______ with conduct disorders and substance use disorders.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Children under the age of 13 are...

Question 17

Women in North America are ______ men to experience depression in their lives.

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that women in North America are twice as likely as men to experience depression in their lives. This is attributed to a variety of biological, hormonal, and social factors that differently impact men and women.

Question 18

An environmental factor that may account for the high rates of depression and other disorders in women is

Accepted Answer

All of the factors listed - the greater restrictiveness of women's roles, a lack of social networks and supports, and more frequent experiences of gender-based discrimination - can contribute to higher rates of depression and other disorders in women. These environmental and social factors can exacerbate stress and feelings of powerlessness, which are linked to mental health issues.

Question 19

Which of the following statements is NOT considered a potential benefit of diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

Diagnosis aims to understand and categorize mental health issues, not to treat all clients the same. It is tailored to individual experiences and symptoms, rather than applying a universal perspective to diverse cases.

Question 20

Which of the following questions should culturally sensitive counselors ask themselves before diagnosing a client?

Accepted Answer

All of the options listed are important questions for culturally sensitive counselors to consider before diagnosing a client. Understanding the client's cultural heritage, their level of acculturation, and reflecting on one's own biases are crucial steps in providing culturally competent care.

Quiz 18: Multicultural Diagnosis and Conceptualization

Culture does all of the following EXCEPT

According to a feminist model, diagnostic labels and impressions can be influenced by all of the following stereotypes EXCEPT

Young girls' disorders are often overlooked or untreated because of

Which of the following is an example of traditional gender roles?

__________ disorders are more likely to represent social conventions.

All of the following are examples of ways that women's contextual distress can be alleviated EXCEPT

The DSM tends to focus more on

When using the DSM, __________ should be considered during assessment.

Culturally sensitive assessment involves assessing

Feminist theorists contend that all of the following causes of problems are overemphasized EXCEPT

The DSM-5 has significantly affected the way counselors diagnose mental disorders by replacing the system with _ assessments.

The DSM-5 contains more than 67 _______ that will require score validation, including cross-cultural validation.

Category fallacy is

The _______ is an emerging measure included in the DSM-5 that helps the clinician understand the cultural context and factors of the client's presenting problem, as well as the client's perception of the problem.

A major criticism of the recently added diagnosis of disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD) is

Children under the age of 13 are often _ with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) , while adolescents are often _ with conduct disorders and substance use disorders.

Women in North America are ______ men to experience depression in their lives.

An environmental factor that may account for the high rates of depression and other disorders in women is

Which of the following statements is NOT considered a potential benefit of diagnosis?

Which of the following questions should culturally sensitive counselors ask themselves before diagnosing a client?

Quiz 18: Multicultural Diagnosis and Conceptualization

Culture does all of the following EXCEPT

According to a feminist model, diagnostic labels and impressions can be influenced by all of the following stereotypes EXCEPT

Young girls' disorders are often overlooked or untreated because of

Which of the following is an example of traditional gender roles?

__________ disorders are more likely to represent social conventions.

All of the following are examples of ways that women's contextual distress can be alleviated EXCEPT

The DSM tends to focus more on

When using the DSM, __________ should be considered during assessment.

Culturally sensitive assessment involves assessing

Feminist theorists contend that all of the following causes of problems are overemphasized EXCEPT

The DSM-5 has significantly affected the way counselors diagnose mental disorders by replacing the ________ system with _________ assessments.

The DSM-5 contains more than 67 _______ that will require score validation, including cross-cultural validation.

Category fallacy is

The _______ is an emerging measure included in the DSM-5 that helps the clinician understand the cultural context and factors of the client's presenting problem, as well as the client's perception of the problem.

A major criticism of the recently added diagnosis of disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD) is

Children under the age of 13 are often _______ with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) , while adolescents are often _______ with conduct disorders and substance use disorders.

Women in North America are ______ men to experience depression in their lives.

An environmental factor that may account for the high rates of depression and other disorders in women is

Which of the following statements is NOT considered a potential benefit of diagnosis?

Which of the following questions should culturally sensitive counselors ask themselves before diagnosing a client?

The DSM-5 has significantly affected the way counselors diagnose mental disorders by replacing the system with _ assessments.

Children under the age of 13 are often _ with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) , while adolescents are often _ with conduct disorders and substance use disorders.