Psych Final
Natalie is extremely preoccupied with the freckles on her nose and spends hours trying to cover the barely noticeable freckles. Natalie recently declared that her nose is deformed, she is ugly, and she wants plastic surgery. Which of the following is a likely diagnosis for Natalie? A Body dysmorphic disorder B Paranoid personality disorder C Generalized anxiety disorder D Histrionic personality disorder
A Body dysmorphic disorder
Jade hears a noise and turns to find a rattlesnake near her foot. Her pupils dilate, her heart pounds, and she begins to sweat. Which term describes Jade's reaction? A Fight-or-flight response B Immunosuppression C Primary appraisal D Hypertension
A Fight-or-flight response
Which of the following illustrates the alarm reaction stage of the general adaptation syndrome? A Sheila keeps herself from drowning by focusing on the shoreline. B A burst of energy enables Hassan to run fast when he sees a skunk. C Bill collapses by the side of the road after running a marathon. D William sleepwalks when he eats too much candy before bed.
B A burst of energy enables Hassan to run fast when he sees a skunk.
Marlena tells her therapist that she often feels helpless and unable to accomplish goals. The therapist acknowledges Marlena's feelings, restates what Marlena just said, and clarifies the feelings behind Marlena's statement. Which of the following does this situation illustrate? A Indirect empathy B Active listening C Free association D Unconditional positive regard
B Active listening
________ disorders are characterized by excessive, persistent fear and apprehension and by related disturbances in behavior. A Body dysmorphic B Anxiety C Obsessive-compulsive D Personality
B Anxiety
Which of the following statements about the relationship between stress and performance is true? A As stress levels decrease from moderate to low, performance also decreases. B As stress levels increase from low to moderate, performance also increases . C As stress levels decrease from moderate to low, performance increases. D As stress levels increase from low to moderate, performance decreases.
B As stress levels increase from low to moderate, performance also increases
Alma has a serious disease in which the airways of her respiratory system become obstructed, leading to great difficulty expelling air from the lungs. Which disease does Alma have? A Heart disease B Asthma C Systemic lupus erythematosus D Lung cancer
B Asthma
________ were the first institutions created for the specific purpose of housing people with psychological disorders. A Hospitals B Asylums C Churches D Clinics
B Asylums
Which of the following can increase the risk of obesity and diabetes, raise cholesterol levels, and cause drowsiness and dizziness? A Stimulants B Atypical antipsychotics C Mood stabilizers D Antidepressants
B Atypical antipsychotics
Which childhood disorder is characterized by deficits in social interaction and communication and repetitive patterns of behavior or interests? A Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder B Autism spectrum disorder C Attention deficit disorder D Antisocial personality disorder
B Autism spectrum disorder
Which of the following is a major risk factor for developing social anxiety disorder? A Exhibiting stress B Behavioral inhibition C Displaying a specific phobia D Biological predisposition
B Behavioral inhibition
________ is stress-reduction technique whereby electronic equipment measuring a person's involuntary activity facilitates a level of voluntary control over these processes. A The Selye Method B Biofeedback C Meditation D Relaxation response
B Biofeedback
Rafael is in therapy, and one of his goals is to overcome his pessimistic attitude. His therapist helps him eliminate thought patterns that lead to distress. For example, he helps Rafael learn to not overgeneralize his likelihood of failing his sociology class based on doing poorly on his first exam. What kind of psychotherapeutic orientation does this exemplify? A Nondirective therapy B Cognitive therapy C Play therapy D Psychodynamic psychotherapy
B Cognitive therapy
In order to overcome an eating disorder, Sevilla's therapist works to change her cognitive distortions and self-defeating behaviors by helping her learn to identify such behaviors. What kind of psychotherapeutic orientation does this exemplify? A Classical conditioning B Cognitive-behavioral therapy C Free association D Aversion therapy
B Cognitive-behavioral therapy
Which of the following is the current classification system used by most mental health professionals in the United States? A ICD-12 B DSM-5 C DSM-4 D ICD-9
B DSM-5
Which of the following is a reason that depression is associated with heart disease? A Heart disease is a side effect of prescription drugs that are used to treat depression. B Depression may increase the likelihood of living an unhealthy lifestyle, which increases the risk of heart disease. C Heart disease is associated with higher divorce rates, which increases the risk of depression. D Both depression and heart disease are caused by stress.
B Depression may increase the likelihood of living an unhealthy lifestyle, which increases the risk of heart disease.
Owen, an adjunct professor in the Department of Fine Arts, applied for a full-time job recently, which he did not get. He tries to put this situation in a positive light, reminding himself that he will have more time to produce artwork if he is not working a full-time job. He also reminds himself that many of his artist friends are unemployed. Which type of coping approach is Owen using? A Problem focused B Emotion focused C Perceived control D Learned helplessness
B Emotion focused
Which of the following is an example of flight of ideas? A Gilbert speaks in a monotone voice. B Gilbert talks loudly and quickly, switching topics rapidly. C Gilbert exhibits an abundance of energy during his debate session. D Gilbert attempts suicide, then calls 9-1-1.
B Gilbert talks loudly and quickly, switching topics rapidly.
Which principle underlies cognitive therapy? A Thoughts cannot be changed. B How you think determines how you feel. C Unconscious thoughts influence behavior. D Behavior can be conditioned.
B How you think determines how you feel.
What do studies show about the relationship between stress and memory? a.Stress has no effect on remembering educational material. B Moderate stress can enhance both immediate and delayed recall of educational material. c. Recall of educational material is best under stress-free conditions. d. Intense stress can enhance both immediate and delayed recall of educational material.
B Moderate stress can enhance both immediate and delayed recall of educational material.
________ delusions involve the (false) belief that other people or agencies are plotting to harm the person. A Somatic B Paranoid C Grandiose D Hallucination
B Paranoid
When asked a question, Mario answers very slowly and in a monotone voice. Which term describes Mario's behavior? A Hematophobia B Psychomotor retardation C Dissociative fugue D Agitation
B Psychomotor retardation
On the advice of her therapist, Thora decides to treat her fear of heights by exposing herself to heights using a stimulus hierarchy. Which form of therapy is she using? A Aversion therapy B Systematic desensitization C Free association D Play therapy
B Systematic desensitization
What is one reason that more affluent individuals may experience better health? A They have more healthy genes. B They tend to believe they can personally control and manage their reaction to life's stressors. C They are smarter than less affluent individuals. D They tend to believe their reaction to life's stressors is out of their hands, so they worry less about their health.
B They tend to believe they can personally control and manage their reaction to life's stressors.
Dr. Bronson treats anxiety disorders with Xanax, which exemplifies ________ therapy. A cognitive B biomedical C RET D humanistic
B biomedical
In the free association technique of psychoanalysis, the ________. A client engages in self-reflection prior to the session to decide what to discuss B client says whatever comes to mind at the moment C therapist hypnotizes the client D client keeps a dream diary to guide therapy sessions
B client says whatever comes to mind at the moment
The primary therapeutic orientation used in couples counseling is ________. A strategic family therapy B cognitive-behavioral therapy C electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) D structural family therapy
B cognitive-behavioral therapy
Rush hour traffic, lost keys, obnoxious coworkers, and inclement weather are examples of ________. A acute stressors B daily hassles C immunosuppressants D burnout triggers
B daily hassles
________ is the kind of stress associated with positive feelings, as well as optimal health and performance. A distress B eustress C pro-stress D anti-stress
B eustress
Miguel worries excessively about things beyond his control, and his worries often interfere with his life. He avoids driving because he worries about car accidents. He calls his parents twice a day because he worries they are dead. He checks his credit card statement three times a day because he worries about identity theft. Miguel probably suffers from ________. A obsessive-compulsive disorder B generalized anxiety disorder C persistent depressive disorder D free-floating anxiety disorder
B generalized anxiety disorder
Deinstitutionalization refers to the ________. A medicalization of patients B process of closing large asylums C decriminalization of patients D treatment of those on parole and probation
B process of closing large asylums
Repeated drug or alcohol use after a period of improvement from substance abuse is called ________. A addiction B relapse C comorbidity D reversion
B relapse
Which of the following is a common characteristic of all dissociative disorders? A Feeling sad and hopeless for lengthy periods B Exhibiting rapidly fluctuating moods C Becoming split off from one's core sense of self D Experiencing increasing memory loss
C Becoming split off from one's core sense of self
According to research, which of the following groups experienced the greatest increase in stress levels between 2006 and 2009? A Retired men B Unemployed women C College-educated, employed men D College-educated, employed women
C College-educated, employed men
Who led the reform efforts for mental health care in the United States? A Carl Rogers B Sigmund Freud C Dorothea Dix D Philippe Pinel
C Dorothea Dix
Dr. Banner wants his clients to learn to articulate the thoughts that keep them from achieving their goals. Therefore, Dr. Banner increases their self-awareness by focusing on their conscious thoughts. What kind of psychotherapeutic orientation is he using? A Cognitive therapy B Cognitive-behavioral therapy C Humanistic therapy D Free association
C Humanistic therapy
Colby is talking with his wife, Shayla, when Shayla starts crying. Colby immediately assumes that Shayla wants a divorce. What kind of cognitive distortion does this situation illustrate? A All-or-nothing thinking B Emotional crumbling C Jumping to conclusions D Overgeneralizing
C Jumping to conclusions
Elena is attending mandatory therapy sessions. Her doctor just wants her to talk about her childhood. What kind of psychotherapeutic orientation does this exemplify? A Humanistic therapy B Behavior therapy C Psychodynamic psychotherapy D Cognitive therapy
C Psychodynamic psychotherapy
What do obsessive-compulsive disorder, body dysmorphic disorder, and hoarding disorder have in common? A Lengthy periods of depression and mania B Persistent fear and anxiety about death C Repetitive thoughts and urges D Obsession with the suffering of others
C Repetitive thoughts and urges
For Burt, who has claustrophobia, a small dark room creates a small amount of fear, a stairwell creates a bit more fear, and an elevator creates the most fear. Burt's therapist induces deep relaxation and asks him to imagine a small dark room. Gradually, they will work up to having Burt imagine being in an elevator. What aspect of exposure therapy is this? A Dream analysis B Virtual hierarchy C Stimulus hierarchy D Virtual reality exposure
C Stimulus hierarchy
What kind of family therapy involves the therapist guiding the therapy session and developing treatment plans for each family member's specific problem? A Comorbid B Relative C Strategic D Structural
C Strategic
Which of the following is a negative effect of extended cortisol release caused by chronic or prolonged stress? A The lungs are placed are under stress. B The thyroid is damaged. C The immune system is weakened. D The heart is subjected to abnormal pressure.
C The immune system is weakened.
Which of the following is an example of eustress? A Getting a divorce B Losing a job C Training for a marathon D Recovering from a car accident
C Training for a marathon
Paxil, Prozac, and Zoloft are examples of ________. A antipsychotics B anti-anxiety agents C antidepressants D mood stabilizers
C antidepressants
The belief that you ________ is an example of a delusion. A will be arrested for committing a crime B do not love your parents C can perform miracles D can quit smoking
C can perform miracles
Humanistic therapy is also called ________ therapy. A ECT B personality-focused C client-centered D cognitive-behavioral
C client-centered
________ is a state of intense engagement in an activity; it is usually experienced while participating in creative work and leisure endeavors. A happiness B oneness C flow D momentum
C flow
People with ________ disorders experience thoughts and urges that are intrusive and unwanted and/or the need to engage in repetitive behaviors or mental acts. A anxiety B phobia C obsessive-compulsive D personality
C obsessive-compulsive
Yuri experiences excessive, distressing, and persistent fear or anxiety about heights. Yuri suffers from a(n) ________. A obsessive-compulsive disorder B mood disorder C phobia D psychosis
C phobia
Harlow is eight years old. She sees Dr. Gardener every Friday at 11:00 a.m. Their sessions involve Dr. Gardener watching Harlow interact with stuffed animals and other toys. What kind of psychotherapeutic orientation does this exemplify? A RET B cognitive-behavioral therapy C play therapy D ECT
C play therapy
Which type of appraisal involves judgment about the degree of potential harm or threat to well-being that a stressor might entail? A alpha B secondary C primary D beta
C primary
Electroconvulsive therapy is effective in alleviating symptoms for people with ________. A ADHD who also suffer from anxiety B a mood disorder who do not believe in traditional biomedical approaches C severe depression who have not responded to traditional drug therapy D auditory hallucinations associated with schizophrenia
C severe depression who have not responded to traditional drug therapy
A demanding or threatening event is often called a(n) ________. A eustressor B animator C stressor D distressor
C stressor
What should be changed to make the following sentence true? "For centuries, psychological disorders were viewed from a natural perspective: attributed to a force beyond scientific understanding." A change the word "beyond" to the word "within" B change the word "scientific" to the word "spiritual" C change the word "psychological" to the word "psychopathological" D change the word "natural" to the word "supernatural"
D change the word "natural" to the word "supernatural"
Noticing that you have difficulty concentrating during and after periods of prolonged stress exemplifies how stress can have a negative ________ impact. A emotional B physical C social D cognitive
D cognitive
Anti-anxiety agents work by ________. A altering levels of neurotransmitters B blocking the neurotransmitter dopamine C improving the ability to focus on tasks D depressing central nervous system activity
D depressing central nervous system activity
Donna exhibits two separate personalities, each well-defined and distinct from one another, so Dr. Paulson diagnosed Donna with ________ disorder. A schizophrenia B anxiety C personality D dissociative identity
D dissociative identity
Guidance, encouragement, acceptance, emotional comfort, and tangible assistance are all examples of ________. A emotion-focused coping B optimism C perceived control D social support
D social support
What principle underlies cognitive-behavioral therapy? A social interaction affects emotions B behavior affects social interaction C emotions affect thoughts D thoughts affect behavior
D thoughts affect behavior
Which statement about tension headaches is true? A Tension headaches are less common than migraines. B Tension headaches are characterized by an upset stomach. C Tension headaches involve decreased blood flow to the brain. D Tension headaches are triggered by stress and eyestrain.
D Tension headaches are triggered by stress and eyestrain.
A stressor is likely to be considered a threat when someone ________. a. believes that it could lead to personal gain b.anticipates that it could lead to harm c. experiences a decrease in cortisol d. believes it is a challenge
b. anticipates that it could lead to harm
Optimism is a tendency toward a(n) ________. A angry outlook and negative expectations B positive outlook and positive expectations C neutral outlook and low expectations D negative outlook and negative expectations
b. positive outlook and positive expectations
Which of the following defines the concept of perceived control? a. Attitudes regarding the desirability of control b. Interpretations about the degree of potential harm or stress c. Beliefs about the capacity to influence personal outcomes d. Adaptations to environmental stressors
c. Beliefs about the capacity to influence personal outcomes
Paolo is a writer and when he sits down in front of his computer, he can write for hours, forgetting to eat and ignoring his phone because he is intensely engaged in writing. While he is writing, Paolo is experiencing ________. a. biofeedback b. happiness c. flow d. optimism
c. flow
Which term describes a therapist who can develop treatment strategies to address the needs of various populations? A Countercultural B Psychodynamic C Humanistic D Culturally competent
D Culturally competent
Which level of stress leads to burn out, fatigue, and exhaustion? A Alarm reaction stress B Eustress C Secondary stress D Distress
D Distress
Which of the following exemplifies a symptom of autism spectrum disorder? A Gemma exhibits deficits in social interaction by not initiating conversations with other children, and she turns her head away when spoken to. B Gemma is submissive and physically clings to the people around her. C Gemma is quick to anger and is incapable of dealing with a situation in which she is not the center of attention. D Gemma is very impulsive—as soon as an idea enters her head she acts upon it.
A Gemma exhibits deficits in social interaction by not initiating conversations with other children, and she turns her head away when spoken to.
Which of the following statements is true about obsessive-compulsive disorder? A It involves intrusive, unpleasant thoughts and repetitive behaviors. B It involves persistent, unfocused anxiety. C It affects men more often than women. D It is most often diagnosed during adolescence.
A It involves intrusive, unpleasant thoughts and repetitive behaviors.
Which of the following has the potential to be diagnosed with peripartum onset depression? A Maggie, a woman who just gave birth to twins B Monty, a man who was in a near-fatal car accident C Colin, a man who dwells on his physical appearance D Jodi, a woman who frequently has manic experiences
A Maggie, a woman who just gave birth to twins
Which of the following illustrates the diathesis-stress model? A Ozzie is genetically predisposed toward depression but did not have depression until his parents died. B Rocky treats his manic episodes by using medication to induce depression and gain emotional stability. C Maura treats her moderate depression by exposing herself to a series of stressors so she can learn coping skills. D Taylor tends to perceive negative life events as having global causes, so she often feels hopeless and depressed.
A Ozzie is genetically predisposed toward depression but did not have depression until his parents died.
Bret, who recently lost his job, is handling the stress by searching for a new position every day, updating his resume, and eliminating nonessentials from his budget to reduce his monthly expenses. Which type of coping approach is Bret using? A Problem focused B Stress reduction C Emotion focused D Avoidant
A Problem focused
A school counselor leads a support group for children whose parents have cancer. During the sessions, the counselor defines cancer, discusses treatments and side effects, and explains how the children can develop coping mechanisms. Which of the following does this situation illustrate? A Psycho-educational treatment B Play therapy C Biomedical therapy D Rational-emotive therapy (RET)
A Psycho-educational treatment
Which demographic category reported the least amount of stress during 1983, 2006, and 2009? A Retired people B Black females C Unemployed people D White males
A Retired people
Jack typically wears bland, neutral clothes to avoid drawing attention to himself. Which of the following does this illustrate? A Safety behavior B Obsessive behavior C Paranoia D Rumination
A Safety behavior
Veena's thoughts, perceptions, and behaviors are impaired to the point where she is unable to function normally in life. She experiences significant difficulties in many day-to-day activities, such as holding a job, paying bills, grooming, maintaining personal hygiene, and sustaining relationships. With which of the following disorders is Veena living? A Schizophrenia B Borderline personality disorder C Anxiety disorder D Major depressive disorder
A Schizophrenia
Which principle underlies the effectiveness of systematic desensitization? A You can't be nervous and relaxed at the same time. B Once you are conditioned to relax, you will never feel stress again. C You can't enjoy life if you are surrounded by things that induce anxiety. D Some people are genetically predisposed to tension.
A You can't be nervous and relaxed at the same time.
Exposure therapy is a ________ technique. A counterconditioning B classical conditioning C psychodynamic D free association
A counterconditioning
Aversive conditioning is a ________. A counterconditioning technique that pairs an unpleasant stimulant with an undesirable behavior B form of psychotherapy that aims to change cognitive distortions and self-defeating behaviors C therapeutic orientation that employs principles of learning to help clients change undesirable behaviors D classical conditioning therapeutic technique in which a client learns a new response to a stimulus that had previously elicited an undesirable behavior
A counterconditioning technique that pairs an unpleasant stimulant with an undesirable behavior
Hypertension is a major risk factor for heart disease because it ________. A forces the heart to pump harder, which puts more physical strain on the heart B restricts a person's salt intake, which suppresses the immune system C slows the heart rate, which leads to less efficient distribution of oxygen through the body D places stress on the thyroid system, which inflames the arteries
A forces the heart to pump harder, which puts more physical strain on the heart
Taylor is a social worker. He is overworked, his caseload is overwhelming, and he no longer believes that what he does on a day-to-day basis has any real impact or improves anyone's life. Taylor is probably suffering from ________. A job burnout B the resistance stage of the general adaptation syndrome C posttraumatic stress disorder D career fatigue
A job burnout
The relaxation response technique is a stress reduction technique that combines elements of relaxation and ________. A meditation B exercise C eustress D biofeedback
A meditation
Schizophrenia is considered a(n) ________ disorder. A psychotic B obsessive-compulsive C personality D mood
A psychotic
Comorbidity is defined as ________. A the co-occurrence of two disorders B two causes of death C two causes for a single disorder D a fatal mental disorder
A the co-occurrence of two disorders
Which of the following statements about autism spectrum disorder is false? A Genetic factors appear to play a prominent role in the development of autism spectrum disorder. B Exposure to mercury has been linked to increased risk of autism spectrum disorder. C Autism spectrum disorder is characterized by communication and social interaction deficits. D Autism spectrum disorder involves feeling overwhelmed and sad for extended periods of time.
D Autism spectrum disorder involves feeling overwhelmed and sad for extended periods of time.
Renzo's therapist helps him learn to overcome his fear of dogs through several stages of relaxation techniques. What kind of psychotherapeutic orientation does this exemplify? A Client-centered therapy B Psychodynamic psychotherapy C Aversive conditioning D Behavior therapy
D Behavior therapy
How does behavior therapy differ from psychoanalysis? A Behavior therapy involves providing advice to clients, while psychoanalysis relies on group sessions to uncover client fears. B Behavior therapy uses dream analysis, while psychoanalysis uses classical conditioning to change patterns of thinking. C Behavior therapy focuses on how undesirable behaviors are predicted unconsciously, while psychoanalysis uses free association to address repressed desires. D Behavior therapy uses principles of learning to help clients change undesirable behaviors, while psychoanalysis involves digging deeply into a client's unconscious.
D Behavior therapy uses principles of learning to help clients change undesirable behaviors, while psychoanalysis involves digging deeply into a client's unconscious.
Which term refers to mental or behavioral efforts used to manage problems relating to stress, including the cause and the unpleasant feelings and emotions it produces? A Biofeedback B Distress C Autopilot D Coping
D Coping
Which of the following is an example of a secondary appraisal of a stressor? A Jensen decides the risk of being caught shoplifting is very low, and the risk of being caught during an armed robbery is very high. B Victoria believes paragliding is a frightening activity. C Mahmoud experiences an intense and irrational fear of dogs. D Ed believes he can end an argument with his wife by either apologizing or buying her a gift. He decides apologizing is more effective.
D Ed believes he can end an argument with his wife by either apologizing or buying her a gift. He decides apologizing is more effective.
What does research show regarding race and ethnic differences in those who receive mental health services? A Ethnic minorities tend to utilize mental health services to the same extent as White, middle-class Americans. B Ethnic minorities tend to utilize mental health services more frequently than White, middle-class Americans. C Ethnically Asian minorities tend to utilize mental health services less frequently than ethnically Black minorities. D Ethnic minorities tend to utilize mental health services less frequently than White, middle-class Americans.
D Ethnic minorities tend to utilize mental health services less frequently than White, middle-class Americans.
Which of the following is not an example of suicidal ideation? A Writing suicide letters B Thinking about suicide C Attempting suicide D Fearing death
D Fearing death
Which of the following is the most likely cause of ADHD? A Unnecessary vaccinations B Environmental pollutants C Ineffective parenting skills D Genetic and neurological factors
D Genetic and neurological factors
Which of the following is an example of a primary appraisal of a stressor? A Sophia decides to get a divorce because her husband is cheating on her. B Ava decides to quit her job because her employer is so unpleasant. C Mekhi weighs his options on dealing with the bully who is harassing him. D Humphrey judges the man with the gun to be a moderate threat.
D Humphrey judges the man with the gun to be a moderate threat.
Which of the following is a benefit of group therapy? A There is less transference during group therapy. B Clients in group therapy don't need additional biomedical therapy. C In every case, it is more effective than individual therapy. D It can decrease a client's shame and isolation about a problem.
D It can decrease a client's shame and isolation about a problem.
Which of the following illustrates a flashback? A Clyde was bitten by a snake. Now, when he sees a snake, he moves away slowly and silently. B Gino was in a car accident. Now, he checks all components of his car before driving anywhere. C Ben was in a boating accident. Now, he experiences intense fear of large bodies of water. D Jeff was in a motorcycle accident. Now, when he hears loud noises he relives the accident.
D Jeff was in a motorcycle accident. Now, when he hears loud noises he relives the accident.
Which of the following is a characteristic of antisocial personality disorder? A Overinflated and unjustified sense of self-importance B Pervasive need for perfectionism that interferes with task completion C Instability in interpersonal relationships, self-image, and mood D Lack of regard for others' rights and lack of remorse over misdeeds
D Lack of regard for others' rights and lack of remorse over misdeeds
Which of the following is a common characteristic of all anxiety disorders? A Having sporadic, intense panic attacks B Having numerous specific phobias C Losing a sense of personal identity D Possessing excessive, persistent fear
D Possessing excessive, persistent fear
Which of the following illustrates paranoid personality disorder? A Mona shows emotional coldness and detachment to family members. B Joe is oversensitive to negative evaluations from his professors. C Liz believes she is entitled to special treatment from those around her. D Raj is unjustifiably suspicious and mistrustful of his coworkers.
D Raj is unjustifiably suspicious and mistrustful of his coworkers.
Which of the following describes major depressive disorder? A Failing to recall traumatic experiences B Exhibiting three separate and distinct personalities C Switching abruptly from one topic to another D Spending weeks feeling sad, empty, and hopeless
D Spending weeks feeling sad, empty, and hopeless
Dr. Frobish possesses a ________ behavior pattern because she is an intensively driven workaholic, preoccupied with deadlines, and always seems to be in a rush. A Type 1 B Type D C Type B D Type A
D Type A
Which of the following illustrates the resistance stage of the general adaptation syndrome? A Fallon is unable to fall asleep during his scheduled naptime. B Patrice can't stop talking even after her teacher asks her to remain silent. C Donna begs her mother for a puppy after being told she can't have one. D Tyrique nearly falls from a tree but grabs a branch and focuses on getting down safely.
D Tyrique nearly falls from a tree but grabs a branch and focuses on getting down safely.
Dr. Duncan is a therapist who works with men accused of domestic violence. Although it is difficult, she does her best to be nonjudgmental during therapy sessions. Which aspect of client-centered therapy is this? A Active listening B Client focus C Transference D Unconditional positive regard
D Unconditional positive regard
Lexi cannot control her impulses to pull out her hair. Her friend Paul suggests that she see a therapist, and Lexi agrees. She gets a referral from her primary care physician for a therapist and begins seeing Dr. Clark four times a month. What kind of treatment does this describe? A Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) B Classical conditioning C Involuntary D Voluntary
D Voluntary
A woman diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder would most likely engage in which of the following behaviors? A Exhibiting an extreme fear of water B Insisting that she hears voices C Refusing to discard any of her possessions D Washing her hands every 10 minutes during the day
D Washing her hands every 10 minutes during the day
Fidel suddenly wanders away from his home and experiences confusion about his identity. Fidel may be experiencing ________. A a catatonic episode B an associative fugue C depersonalization D a dissociative fugue
D a dissociative fugue
Piper is diagnosed with agoraphobia because she experiences intense fear and anxiety of ________. A blood B enclosed spaces C heights D being outside the home alone
D being outside the home alone