mental health quiz

amnesia

A deficit in memory caused by brain damage, disease, or psychological trauma

Which group might benefit most from family therapy?

A father, a stepmother, and his children

dyslexia

A learning disorder characterized by difficulty reading due to problems identifying speech sounds and learning how they relate to letters and words.

psychologist

A professional specializing in diagnosing and treating diseases of the brain, emotional disturbance, and behavior problems.

Which of the following statements about the Mental Health profession is true?

A school counselor can refer a student to a psychologist.

A twelve step program requires the participant to:

Acknowledge his addiction

Here are examples of various kinds of listening behavior. Which of them demonstrates active listening?

After Susie finishes speaking, Dr. Jerry uses his own words to tell her what he heard her say.

In addition to taking courses, psychology students start working with real patients while being supervised by a licensed professional. This work is called:

Clinical Practice

In order to become a psychologist, a student must earn a:

PhD in psychology

Someone who treats mental illness and can help find the right medication

Psychiatrist

addiction

The condition of being abnormally dependent on some habit, especially compulsive dependency on narcotic drugs.

A Mental Health professional reads signs in the patient's body language to recognize if he or she is beginning to relax and open up. Which of the following is a sign of trust?

The patient maintains eye contact and sits facing the therapist

In a family therapy session, which of the following is NOT true:

The therapist will generally choose a side and assign blame

Therapist

a person trained in the use of psychological methods for helping patients overcome psychological problems

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

a psychiatric condition characterized by excessive thoughts and or actions

In medical terminology, a teenager is referred to as an:

adolescent

eating disorders

are conditions defined by abnormal eating habits that may involve either insufficient or excessive food intake to the detriment of an individual's physical and mental health.

If serotonin isn't absorbed properly in a patient's brain, the patient could possibly:

be depressed

The most important characteristic of an effective drug and alcohol counselor is to be:

empathetic

Admitting to having a problem with drugs or alcohol is the first, and easiest, step.

false

All careers in Mental Health require a Ph D in Psychology or a related field.

false

All residential treatment facilities are alike in appearance and treatment methodology.

false

It is not important for a mental health professional to keep a record of their patient's progress.

false

It's best to express anger rather than feelings when trying to resolve a family issue.

false

It's easy for a person suffering from depression to "snap out of it."

false

Jody just moved to a new school when her father was relocated for work. She is having extreme difficulty fitting in and finding friends. She confides in her mother that she is sad and angry, and that she doesn't want to get involved in any after school activities. Her grades begin to drop and Jody spends every free moment in her room. This is completely normal and she will grow out of it; there is no reason for her mother to be concerned. It will not help Jody to talk to a Mental Health professional or counselor.

false

Most people with depression benefit from either psychotherapy or medication, not a combination of the two.

false

There is no need to study Biology or other life sciences in preparation for a career in Mental Health.

false

When treating an adolescent in a therapy environment, it is not beneficial to bring in her family members or to discuss home life.

false

Mr and Mrs Jones, along with their two children, are going to therapy together. They are probably seeing a:

family therapist

Depression means that a patient:

has a chance in mood and behavior

Mr and Mrs Jones are going to therapy together. They are probably seeing a:

marriage counselor

The chemicals in the brain that send messages from one nerve ending to another are called:

neurotransmitters

Phobias -

persistent irrational fear of a specific object activity or situation that leads to a compelling desire to avoid it

A medical practitioner specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness.

psychiatrist

social worker

someone who works towards the betterment of social conditions in the community, as by seeking to improve the condition of the poor, to promote the welfare of children, etc.

A counselor is not only responsible for making patients feel comfortable; they must use their training to keep group discussions productive and safe.

true

Being able to rephrase what a person tells you in your own words is a way to show that you understand what they say or how they feel.

true

For Psychologists, active listening plays an important role in developing a connection with their patient.

true

Medications for depression may have side effects, such as loss of appetite or headaches.

true

Mental Health professionals must earn their patient's trust.

true

Prescription medications can compound the effects of taking drugs and/or alcohol.

true

Psychotherapy is a type of treatment for people experiencing emotional or mental problems.

true

Symptoms of depression include: sadness, loss of energy, and lack of interest in normal activities.

true

The environment in a therapist's office should be welcoming and calm

true

Which aspect of a patient's appearance is the mental health professional likely to record in the notes of an appointment? The patient:

wore 2 heavy jackets on a hot day