Question 1

A therapist who actively and directly challenges clients' assertions and beliefs is practicing _______ therapy.

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Question 2

Theory focused on the behaviors people exhibit and the thoughts they have is usually described as:

Accepted Answer

A)   biological.
B)   cognitive-behavioral.
C)   sociocultural.
D)   object relations.

Question 3

When a young child yells and throws toys (i.e.,throws a temper tantrum) ,the parents give the child a good deal of attention.Over time,the temper tantrums become more and more common.A behavioral psychologist would say that the temper tantrums result from:

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A)   unresolved intrapsychic conflict.
B)   operant conditioning.
C)   unconditional positive regard.
D)   neurotransmitter imbalances.

Question 4

A theorist who believes that someone who is labeled a hard worker will,in fact,become a hard worker is MOST likely a _____ theorist.

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A)   existential
B)   humanistic
C)   sociocultural
D)   behavior-focused

Question 5

Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using drugs in psychotherapy.

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Question 6

A health care provider prescribes disulfiram (Antabuse) for a client with alcoholism.The drug causes severe vomiting if a person drinks alcohol while taking the drug.Why might this treatment be effective in preventing alcohol use even after the client stops taking the drug?

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A)   The drug eliminates the biological urge to drink alcohol.
B)   The drug addresses (corrects) the underlying biological reasons for alcohol abuse.
C)   The client is operantly conditioned to associate sobriety with happiness.
D)   The client is classically conditioned to associate drinking with the negative experience of vomiting.

Question 7

If a client-centered therapist were treating a very anxious woman,the therapist would try to:

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A)   point out the client's misconceptions.
B)   give insightful interpretations of the client's statements.
C)   identify the client's unreasonable ideas and feelings.
D)   show unconditional positive regard for the client's statements.

Question 8

Gambling disorder is a manifestation of the previously desirable behavior of being a risk taker.This statement aligns MOST closely with the beliefs of which type of theorist?

Accepted Answer

A)   Self theorist
B)   Biological theorist
C)   Existential theorist
D)   Evolutionary theorist

Question 9

Which group BEST reflects those who may benefit from couple therapy?

Accepted Answer

A)   Married couples
B)   Any two individuals who live together
C)   Individuals who are in a long-term relationship
D)   Individuals in a romantic relationship who live together

Question 10

According to Freud's psychodynamic theory,the part of the personality that operates by the morality principle is the:

Accepted Answer

A)   id.
B)   ego.
C)   superego.
D)   ego ideal.

Question 11

The goal of cognitive-behavioral therapy is BEST described as:

Accepted Answer

A)   improving the client's interactions with others.
B)   helping the client develop a stronger sense of self and rational thinking.
C)   helping the client gain insight into his or her unconscious desires and needs.
D)   modifying the client's negative behavior and dysfunctional ways of thinking.

Question 12

Cognitive-behavioral approaches used to treat social anxiety disorder aim to:

Accepted Answer

A)   increase positive self-talk and decrease risk taking.
B)   increase feelings of gratitude and decrease feelings of fear.
C)   alter illogical thinking patterns and reduce avoidance behaviors.
D)   use conscious thought as a means to decrease physiological signs of anxiety.

Question 13

A person who is isolated and lacks social support or intimacy is more likely to:

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A)   develop depression when under stress.
B)   develop depression even when not under stress.
C)   develop depression but recover more quickly.
D)   develop depression that requires hospitalization.

Question 14

Which example BEST describes conditions of worth?

Accepted Answer

A)   A boy believes that he is deserving of love only when he earns good grades.
B)   A girl values her self-worth even when she fails at something.
C)   A boy is internally motivated to put forth his best effort on his science project.
D)   A girl is anxious about giving a speech in front of her class.

Question 15

According to _______ theory,the family is a system of interacting parts that interact in consistent ways and follow rules unique to each family.

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Question 16

List at least four elements of a culture-specific approach for gender-sensitive therapy.

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The therapist should be aware of the str...

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT influenced by the paradigm to which an investigator subscribes?

Accepted Answer

A)   The questions that are asked
B)   The interpretation of the findings
C)   The definition of abnormal behavior
D)   The scientist's basic assumptions

Question 18

David Rosenhan sent pseudopatients to a mental hospital,where they pretended to be disturbed.The results of this study led him to conclude that _____ greatly affects mental illness.

Accepted Answer

A)   an actual symptom
B)   the community mental health system
C)   labeling
D)   communication

Question 19

Humans are born with freedom,yet do not 'naturally' strive to reach their full growth potential.The psychologist who would MOST closely agree with this statement would be described as:

Accepted Answer

A)   behavioral.
B)   humanistic.
C)   existential.
D)   psychodynamic.

Question 20

If a client is being guided to challenge irrational thinking and to try out new interpretations,the client is MOST likely being treated by a follower of:

Accepted Answer

A)   Rogers.
B)   Freud.
C)   Beck.
D)   Bandura.

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A theorist who believes that someone who is labeled a hard worker will,in fact,become a hard worker is MOST likely a _____ theorist.

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Humans are born with freedom,yet do not 'naturally' strive to reach their full growth potential.The psychologist who would MOST closely agree with this statement would be described as:

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Gambling disorder is a manifestation of the previously desirable behavior of being a risk taker.This statement aligns MOST closely with the beliefs of which type of theorist?

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According to Freud's psychodynamic theory,the part of the personality that operates by the morality principle is the:

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List at least four elements of a culture-specific approach for gender-sensitive therapy.

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Which example BEST describes conditions of worth?

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Theory focused on the behaviors people exhibit and the thoughts they have is usually described as:

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Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using drugs in psychotherapy.

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A health care provider prescribes disulfiram (Antabuse) for a client with alcoholism.The drug causes severe vomiting if a person drinks alcohol while taking the drug.Why might this treatment be effective in preventing alcohol use even after the client stops taking the drug?

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The goal of cognitive-behavioral therapy is BEST described as:

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A therapist who actively and directly challenges clients' assertions and beliefs is practicing _______ therapy.

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A person who is isolated and lacks social support or intimacy is more likely to:

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Cognitive-behavioral approaches used to treat social anxiety disorder aim to:

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Which of the following is NOT influenced by the paradigm to which an investigator subscribes?

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Which group BEST reflects those who may benefit from couple therapy?

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When a young child yells and throws toys (i.e.,throws a temper tantrum) ,the parents give the child a good deal of attention.Over time,the temper tantrums become more and more common.A behavioral psychologist would say that the temper tantrums result from:

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If a client-centered therapist were treating a very anxious woman,the therapist would try to:

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