Question 1

When a child yells and threatens others, he or she is placed in a time-out, away from the group. During the time-out, no one interacts with the child. The child learns to interact with others without yelling. This is an example of behavior modification using:

Accepted Answer

A)   modeling.
B)   exposure therapy.
C)   operant conditioning.
D)   classical conditioning.E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 2

With regard to assessing the effectiveness of the various models of abnormality, which model BEST lends itself to laboratory testing?

Accepted Answer

A)   Psychodynamic
B)   Cognitive-behavioral
C)   Humanistic-existential
D)   SocioculturalE) B) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 3

A patient participates in weekly therapy for several years, gradually becoming aware of the impact of early life events on present functioning. The form of psychotherapy that this patient is receiving is called:

Accepted Answer

A)   cognitive therapy.
B)   biological therapy.
C)   psychodynamic therapy.
D)   behavior therapy.E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 4

Explain the biopsychosocial approach to understanding the causes of abnormality. Provide an example of how this approach might be applied to the causes of depression.

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Question 5

Theorists who focus on family relationships, social interactions, and community events are called _____ theorists.

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Question 6

If you recognize your worth as a person, Carl Rogers would say that you have developed:

Accepted Answer

A)   spontaneity.
B)   unconditional self-regard.
C)   unconditional positive regard.
D)   conditions of worth.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 7

You are a therapist treating a person for depression. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of psychodynamic therapy and cognitive therapy to treat depression. Which of these options would you recommend?

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Question 8

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

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Question 9

According to cognition-focused therapists, which is a factor in abnormal behavior?

Accepted Answer

A)   Egocentrism
B)   Self-talk
C)   Illogical thinking
D)   Objective interpretationsE) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 10

A child learns how to use a straw by watching another child use one. This is an example of _____.

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Question 11

"When we try to establish how abnormality develops, we need to consider how individuals deal with the meaning of life and with the value they find in living." A psychologist from which background would agree MOST strongly with this statement?

Accepted Answer

A)   Cognitive-behavioral
B)   Humanistic-existential
C)   Psychodynamic
D)   CognitiveE) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 12

Which assumption does a family therapist make?

Accepted Answer

A)   Parents are usually the root cause of psychological disorders.
B)   The "family" consists of only individuals living in the same dwelling.
C)   The family as a unit is viewed as the "patient" and the focus of treatment.
D)   Unconscious thoughts and desires drive the family's communication style.E) B) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 13

When a subject is participating in the final testing phase of a drug study, which of the following is taking place?

Accepted Answer

A)   The drug is simultaneously being tested on animals.
B)   The researchers are assessing the subject for unexpected long-term effects.
C)   The subject is assessing the safety of the drug.
D)   The researchers are examining the effects on the subject to determine the drug's efficacy and side effects.E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 14

Your friend and roommate moves out without giving you any notice. You immediately focus all of your energy on the financial implications of your friend's departure and ways to save money. The defense mechanism that BEST explains your behavior is:

Accepted Answer

A)   denial.
B)   rationalization.
C)   intellectualization.
D)   projection.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 15

Which statement is NOT an appropriate criticism of the sociocultural model?

Accepted Answer

A)   Just because there is a relationship between culture and a particular disorder, it does not mean that culture causes the disorder.
B)   It might be that the disorder causes dysfunction in the family, rather than the dysfunctional family causing the disorder.
C)   Cultural factors might create a climate favorable for the development of certain disorders.
D)   It is difficult to predict which people who share the same culture will develop a particular disorder.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 16

The brain stimulation technique that uses an electromagnetic coil placed on or above a person's head to send electrical current into certain areas of the brain is called:

Accepted Answer

A)   vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) .
B)   electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) .
C)   deep brain stimulation.
D)   transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) .E) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 17

Which model of abnormality rests on the deterministic assumption that no symptom or behavior is "accidental" and that all behavior is determined by past experiences?

Accepted Answer

A)   Psychodynamic model
B)   Cognitive model
C)   Sociocultural model
D)   Feminist modelE) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 18

According to Freud's psychodynamic theory, ineffective interaction of the id, ego, and superego can result in a person becoming stuck at a developmental level. This is called:

Accepted Answer

A)   fixation.
B)   neurosis.
C)   repression.
D)   displacement.E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 19

In explaining why women are diagnosed with anxiety disorders and depression twice as often as men, multicultural therapists would focus on:

Accepted Answer

A)   the biological differences between men and women.
B)   the different patterns of communication displayed by men and women.
C)   prejudice and discrimination faced by women.
D)   the level of rationality in the thought patterns of women.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 20

A person has a recurring dream of losing her dog. In her dream, she panics and looks for her dog everywhere. This dream is interpreted to reflect the patient's emotional stress over losing her mother, who is terminally ill. Which is an example of latent content?

Accepted Answer

A)   Losing the dog
B)   Looking for the dog
C)   Feeling panicked in the dream
D)   Feeling stress about her mother's illnessE) None of the above
F) C) and D)

Exam 3: Models of Abnormality

A patient participates in weekly therapy for several years, gradually becoming aware of the impact of early life events on present functioning. The form of psychotherapy that this patient is receiving is called:

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According to cognition-focused therapists, which is a factor in abnormal behavior?

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According to Freud's psychodynamic theory, ineffective interaction of the id, ego, and superego can result in a person becoming stuck at a developmental level. This is called:

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With regard to assessing the effectiveness of the various models of abnormality, which model BEST lends itself to laboratory testing?

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Which assumption does a family therapist make?

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"When we try to establish how abnormality develops, we need to consider how individuals deal with the meaning of life and with the value they find in living." A psychologist from which background would agree MOST strongly with this statement?

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The brain stimulation technique that uses an electromagnetic coil placed on or above a person's head to send electrical current into certain areas of the brain is called:

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Your friend and roommate moves out without giving you any notice. You immediately focus all of your energy on the financial implications of your friend's departure and ways to save money. The defense mechanism that BEST explains your behavior is:

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

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A person has a recurring dream of losing her dog. In her dream, she panics and looks for her dog everywhere. This dream is interpreted to reflect the patient's emotional stress over losing her mother, who is terminally ill. Which is an example of latent content?

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If you recognize your worth as a person, Carl Rogers would say that you have developed:

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Theorists who focus on family relationships, social interactions, and community events are called _____ theorists.

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Which model of abnormality rests on the deterministic assumption that no symptom or behavior is "accidental" and that all behavior is determined by past experiences?

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When a subject is participating in the final testing phase of a drug study, which of the following is taking place?

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In explaining why women are diagnosed with anxiety disorders and depression twice as often as men, multicultural therapists would focus on:

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Which statement is NOT an appropriate criticism of the sociocultural model?

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Explain the biopsychosocial approach to understanding the causes of abnormality. Provide an example of how this approach might be applied to the causes of depression.

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You are a therapist treating a person for depression. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of psychodynamic therapy and cognitive therapy to treat depression. Which of these options would you recommend?

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