Topic Test Answers

One of the similarities between the two types of psychologists is that they both __________.A.provide a nursing diagnosis and treatment B.provide group and individual therapyC.treat the disorder with drug therapyD.treat severe psychological disorders

Although psychologists provide several different services during therapy, a counseling psychologist differs from a clinical psychologist in that they __________.A.usually treat mild disorders and help with daily challengesB.provide group and individual therapyC.focus on treating the disorder with drug therapyD.provide a nursing diagnosis and treatment

The tendency of antianxiety drugs to be addictive has caused some psychiatrists to begin treating anxiety disorders with __________ drugs.A.tranquilizerB.antidepressantC.antipsychoticD.antimanic

Which axis of the DSM-IV includes physical conditions?A.Axis IB.Axis IIC.Axis III D.Axis IV

Which of the following is critical in order for psychotherapy to be successful? A.The therapist must provide a safe and comfortable environment.B.The client adheres to whatever type of therapy the therapist specializes in.C.The therapist should never allow a client to get too comfortable.D.It is essential that the therapist remains emotionally distant from the client.

Which of the following terms is not considered a negative effect of stigmatizing?A.stereotypingB.self-fulfilling propheciesC.increased psychiatric careD.social isolation

An individual’s actions may be considered either abnormal or understandable within one culture according to the __________ definition.A.personal distressB.maladaptive behaviorC.deviant behaviorD.situational context

Situational context is the social and environmental setting in which a particular behavior takes place.

In order for an individual to seek psychotherapy, it is not necessary for there to be a __________.A.mental disorderB.licensed professionalC.choice of therapistsD.safe and protective environment

Professor George Engel believed mental illness was a disease that should be cured.

Minority groups make the most use of psychotherapeutic services. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

All of the following except __________ are possible side effects of stigmas associated with mental disorders.A.discriminationB.labelsC.prejudiceD.negative stereotypes

Abnormal behaviors are considered similar across cultures.

The idea for the medical model began when Philippe Pinel discarded the idea that __________.A.mental illness was a sickness of the mindB.patients should be treated with kindnessC.mental illness was caused by physiological damageD.mental illness was caused by demon or spirit possession

Any form of biomedical therapy can be used in conjunction with other forms of psychotherapy.

The practice of associating negative responses with a behavior that is problematic or undesirable is known as _________.A.aversion therapyB.systematic desensitizationC.cognitive therapyD.rational-emotive behavior therapy

All of the following are possible reasons why families may choose to seek therapy except __________. A. improving communication B. dealing with children’s behaviors C. overcoming language barriers between family members D. dealing with a change in family dynamics Please select the best answer from the choices provided

DSM stands for the __________. A.Diagnostic Standards for Mental DisordersB.Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental DisordersC.Directory of Scientific MembersD.Directory of Standard Mental Disorders

Electroconvulsive therapy was developed as a way to prevent the seizures experienced by schizophrenic patients. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Robert has a history of depression but worries that if he seeks treatment he will judged by his family and friends and viewed as weak. Robert’s apprehension to get help is an example of __________. A. a fear of being stigmatized B. using his mental illness as a crutch C. a self-fulfilling prophecy D. subjective influence Please select the best answer from the choices provided