Exam 3 Review Questions
Currently, between _______% and ______% of all felony defendants undergo evaluations to determine if they are competent to stand trial. A. 2,8 B. 19,22 C. 45,50 D. 73, 81
A. 2,8
______________ stress refers to a syndrome defined by stress levels that are consistently high and unremitting, often due to a hectic, fast-paced lifestyle. A. Chronic B. Congenital C. General D. Global
A. Chronic
_____________ has been defined as the process of managing demands that are appraised as exceeding the resources of the person. A. Coping B. Social Support C. Detoxification D. Chronic stress
A. Coping
The general adaptation syndrome hypothesis was developed by ___________________. A. Hans Selye B. Walter Cannon C. Albert Ellis D. Lightner Witmer
A. Hans Selye
_________________ is a form of behavioral therapy in which therapists teach parents to use techniques based on conditioning to modify problematic behavior in their children. A. Parent training B. Adult rehabilitation C. Child modification D. Behavioral shaping
A. Parent training
___________________, in which multiple types of care are found in one centralized location, have been proposed as a solution for delivering higher quality and more cost-effective primary care. A. Patient-centered medical homes B. Primary care clinics C. Family-centered care houses D. Government-run medicenters
A. Patient-centered medical homes
Which of the following most accurately summarizes the body of empirical research on the outcome of psychotherapy with children and adolescents? A. Psychotherapy with children and adolescents produces significant improvement B. Psychotherapy with children produces significant improvement, but psychotherapy with adolescents produces no improvement C. Psychotherapy with children and adolescents produces no improvement D. Psychotherapy with adolescents produces significant improvement, but psychotherapy with children produces no improvement
A. Psychotherapy with children and adolescents produces significant improvement
____________ represent(s) an economical and relatively quick alternative to biofeedback for pain management. A. Relaxation training B. Transdermal patches C. Detoxification D. The ABCDS system
A. Relaxation training
_________________ is a cognitive-behavioral technique for children in which therapists teach kids behaviors that improve their interactions with others. A. Social skills training B. Bravery Bingo C. Applied behavior analysis D. Self-talk therapy
A. Social skills training
________________ was the first legal standard for the insanity defense in the history of the American legal system. A. The M'Naughten test B. Voir dire C. The Munsterberg criteria D. The Daubet standards
A. The M'Naghten test
Which of the following is TRUE regarding self-report scales for children and adolescents? A. There is a version of the MMPI appropriate for use with adolescent clients B. Self-report scales are used more commonly with young children rather than adolescents C. There is not an adolescent version of the MCMI D. cultural competence is unimportant when administering self-report scales to children
A. There is a version of the MMPI appropriate for use with adolescent clients
______________ is a technique for promoting physical health in which patients write about what they value most in life. A. Values affirmation B. Healthful writing C. Narrative weight management D. Parable telling
A. Values affirmation
When assessing a child patient, A. a multiscore, multimethod, multisetting approach is recommended B. a holistic approach is recommended C. an individual, internal, inclusive approach is recommended D. a psychodiagnostic approach is recommended
A. a multiscore, multimethod, multisetting approach is recommended
Medically supervised detoxification is most commonly a component of the treatment of __________________. A. alcoholism B. smoking C. obesity D. chronic stress
A. alcoholism
The purpose of _________________ is to achieve control over the body via educating patients about bodily processes of which they are typically unaware. Technology is used to convert some physiological functions into sights or sounds the patient can monitor. A. biofeedback B. cognitive psychotherapy C. detoxification D. the ABCDS system
A. biofeedback
The process whereby a person is involuntarily hospitalized because it is determined that his behavior is likely to represent a threat to his own welfare or the welfare of others is known as ______________. A. civil commitment B. functional evaluation C. actuarial prediction D. proactive restraint
A. civil commitment
Most of the specific forms of psychotherapy that have demonstrated empirical benefits for specific disorders of childhood are ________________. A. cognitive behavioral B. humanistic C. psychodynamic D. metacognitive
A. cognitive-behavioral
The legal case Dusky v. United States (1960) set the standard used throughout most of the United States regarding __________________________. A. competency to stand trial B. NGRI evaluations C. the prediction of dangerousness D. child custody evaluation practices
A. competency to stand trial
In about half of U.S. states, a defendant can be found ______________________, a provision intended to provide a middle ground for jurors contemplating whether to assign criminal responsibility (and punishment) to defendants whose mental status is in question. A. guilty but mentally ill B. not guilty by reason of insanity C. partially insane D. unknowably guilty
A. guilty but mentally ill
Regardless the prediction of dangerousness, it is generally TRUE that A. individuals with more extensive arrest records are more likely to be dangerous than individuals with less extensive arrest records B. individuals with more social support are more likely to be dangerous than individuals with less social support C. clinical prediction methods are more accurate than statistical prediction methods D. past drug and alcohol abuse are relatively unimportant factors in predicting future dangerousness
A. individuals with more extensive arrest records are more likely to be dangerous than individuals with less extensive arrest records
The House-Tree Person test and the Roberts Apperception Test are examples of _____________ used with child clients A. projective/expressive techniques B. self-report scales C. achievement tests D. naturalistic observation techniques
A. projective/expressive techniques
According to Sageman (2003), forensic psychologists should possess specialized assessment skills, including A. skill related to litigation B. neuropsychological acumen C. mastery of projective assessment scoring D. training in interpretation of the Rorshach
A. skill related to litigation
A clinical psychologist conducting an NGRI evaluation is most interested in determining A. the mental status of the defendant at the time the crime was committed B. the likelihood that the defendant will behave dangerously in the future C. the current mental status of the defendant D. the fitness of the defendant to stand trial
A. the mental status of the defendant at the time the crime was comitted
Forensic psychology is best defined as the application of psychological methods and principles A. within the legal system B. to issues related to physical health C. in an impatient setting D. in a private law firm
A. within the legal system
Which of the following statements about stress and coping is NOT true? A. Researchers propose there may be a disease-prone personality that predisposes people to stress-related illnesses B. An individual's subjective perception of stress has little impact on his ability to cope C. Problem-focused coping emphasizes proactive, constructive attempts to take action about a stressful situation D. Both nature and nurture factors contribute to how well someone is able to cope with stress
B. An individual's subjective perception of stress has little impact on his ability to cope
The Conners' Rating Scale and the Child Behavior Checklist are examples of _____________________. A. analogue direct observation B. behavior rating scales C. projective personality tests D. achievement tests
B. Behavior Rating Scales
________________ are standardized paper-and-pencil forms that parents, teachers, or other adults complete regarding a child's presenting problems. A. Pediatric questionnaires B. Behavior rating scales C. Developmental checklists D. Genograms
B. Behavior rating scales
_____________ is an interdisciplinary field interested in the ways in which our minds influence our bodies. A. Health psychology B. Behavioral medicine C. Medical psychology D. Internal medicine
B. Behavioral medicine
Which three factors did Grotberg (2003) suggest contribute to resilience in children? A. Child strengths, parental support, and community involvement B. External supports, inner strengths, and interpersonal problem-solving skills C. Peer relationships, educational commitment, and quality of life D. Social supports, psychological skills, and biological strengths
B. External supports, inner strengths, and interpersonal problem-solving skills
_______________ examine the ways in which psychological processes influence physical well-being and illness. A. Forensic psychologists B. Health psychologists C. Counseling psychologists D. Social workers
B. Health psychologists
Which of the following statements about the rights of patients who are involuntarily committed is TRUE? A. In 1975, the Supreme Court ruled that duly licensed psychiatrists can involuntarily commit an individual for up to two years. B. In 1982's Youngberg v. Romeo, the Supreme Court expanded the rights of involuntarily committed patients to include freedom from unreasonable bodily restraints. C. An involuntarily committed patient's right to refuse medication cannot be overridden in any circumstances. D. Until a ruling by a U.S. Appellate Court in 2007, lobotomies were performed on patients housed in most psychiatric facilities.
B. In 1982's Youngberg v. Romeo, the Supreme Court expanded the rights of involuntarily committed patients to include freedom from unreasonable bodily restraints.
_______________ is a form of therapy with children in which clients learn to "talk themselves through" situations in which their behaviors might be problematic. A. Narrative therapy B. Self-instructional therapy C. Solution-focused therapy D. Humanistic play therapy
B. Self-instructional training
When the ABC's of relapse prevention are applied to smoking, "B" represents ____________________. A. Beliefs B. Smoking C. Benefits of smoking cessation D. physical exercise
B. Smoking
______________ is currently the single greatest cause of preventable death in the United States. A. Stress B. Smoking C. Obesity D. Chronic fatigue
B. Smoking
_________________ is the psychological or physiological response to difficult or demanding internal or external circumstances. A. Vulnerability B. Stress C. Depression D. Hyperactivity
B. Stress
For both children and adolescents, the most commonly used specific assessment technique is the ___________________. A. Draw-a-Person technique B. Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children C. Rorshach Inkblot Technique D. MMPI-A
B. Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children
Currently, legal standards for NGRI vary from state to state, but they all require that ______________________ is present and operating at the time of the offense. A. schizophrenia B. a mental disease or defect C. intellectual disability D. intoxication with alcohol or another substance
B. a mental disease or defect
When serving as expert witnesses, clinical psychologists should A. provide information that will support the case of the party that hired them B. accurately provide information based on available data, whether or not that information supports the case of the party that hired them C. refuse to participate in the voir dire process D. disregard the standards set forth in the APA ethical code
B. accurately provide information based on available data, whether or not that information supports the case of the party that hired them
The relationship between forensic psychologists and their patients is often described as ______________________. A. collaborative B. adversarial C. cooperative D. bifurcated
B. adversarial
One challenge for psychologists serving as expert witnesses is _____, in which they are asked to defend their statements while being questioned by an opposing attorney. A. voir dire B. cross-examination C. de novo D. impeachment
B. cross-examination
Dr. Rand, a clinical child psychologist, strives to understand his child patients' behaviors within the context of what can be expected of a child at that particular age. Dr. Rand is using a ___________ perspective. A. holistic B. developmental C. client-centered D. bifurcated
B. developmental
Some clinical psychologists divide children's psychological problems into ______________ disorders, such as ADHD, and _________________ disorders, such as depression. A. internalizing, externalizing D. externalizing, internalizing C. specific, generalized D. generalized, specific
B. externalizing, internalizing
The diseases that cause the greatest danger for death within today's society A. include tuberculosis and pneumonia B. feature behavioral components C. are HIV and the zika virus D. are treatment-resistant sexually transmitter diseases
B. feature behavioral components
In child custody evaluations, the primary role of the _____________________ is to make sure that the rights of the child are protected. A. forensic psychologist B. guardian and litem C. voir dire D. none of the above
B. guardian ad litem
The process by which an expert witness is approved for the court A. does not apply to clinical psychologists because they are exempt B. is called voir dire C. was established in 1945 by Dundlewood v. Georgia D. is so costly that most clinical psychologists refuse to serve as expert witnesses
B. is called voir dire
The fight-or-flight response A. probably hindered a more expedient evolution of primitive humans B. occurs in response to a perceived threat C. was first described by Hamermesh and Lee in 2007 D. occurs during the third stage of general adaptation syndrome
B. occurs in response to a perceived threat
Fitness-for-duty evaluations are most typically conducted by clinical psychologists A. on applicants to the police force who are seriously being considered for employment. B. on current police officers who have experienced a traumatic incident or who are struggling with a psychological disorder. C. on current police officers who are being considered for promotion to a higher rank. D. on current police officers whose weight has significantly increased in recent months.
B. on current police officers who have experienced a traumatic incident or who are struggling with a psychological disorder.
________________ promotes both the mental and physical health of children with medical conditions. A. Child clinical psychology B. Pediatric psychology C. Developmental psychology D. Abnormal psychology
B. pediatric psychology
According to experts in forensic psychology, _________________ tend to be considered unacceptable for assessments of defendants or criminals. A. Wechsler intelligence tests B. projective personality tests C. the MMPI-2 and MCMI-IV D. objective personality tests
B. projective personality tests
Clinical child psychologists who practice ____________ believe that a child's play communicates important unconscious processes occurring within the child's mind. A. self-instructional training B. psychodynamic play therapy C. humanistic play therapy D. parent training
B. psychodynamic play therapy
The prediction of dangerousness is particularly difficult because it happens so infrequently. This phenomenon is known as _________________________. A. the Daubert dilemma B. the base rate problem C. voir dire D. scarceness creep
B. the base rate problem
Current estimates (e.g., Centers for Disease Control, 2008) indicate that about ______________% of adult Americans are overweight or obese. A. 18 B. 40 C. 67 D. 91
C. 67
Which statement best summarizes the research cited in the textbook about the importance of family on a child's mental health (e.g., Schleider et al., 2014)? A. A child is less likely to develop a mental disorder if his parents are diagnosed with ADHD or depression B. A child is less likely to develop a mental disorder if he has cold, unloving relationships with his siblings C. A child is more likely to develop a mental disorder if his parents are diagnosed with anxiety or personality disorders D. A child is more likely to develop a mental disorder if he has warm, loving relationships with his siblings
C. A child is more likely to develop a mental disorder if his parents are diagnosed with anxiety or personality disorders
_____________ is a cognitive-behavioral technique that is highly supported and recommended for treating children with autism spectrum disorder. A. Social skills training B. Bravery Bingo C. Applied behavior analysis D. Self-talk therapy
C. Applied behavior analysis
___________ psychologists can be involved in forensic psychology. A. Clinical B. Clinical and cognitive C. Clinical, cognitive, and social D. All specializations except clinical
C. Clinical, cognitive, and social
Self-instructional training was originally developed by ________________________. A. Marsha Linehan B. Irvin Yalom C. Donald Meichenbaum D. Harry Harlow
C. Donald Meichenbaum
The _________ controls the release of our body's stress hormone, cortisol. A. PTA axis B. ADA axis C. HPA axis D. LOU axis
C. HPA axis
Which of the following is NOT one of the three basic functions of play therapy identified by Brems (2008)? A. The formation of important relationships B. Disclosure of feelings and thoughts C. Imitative relearning D. Healing
C. Imitative relearning
Which of the following statements is NOT true? When conducting a forensic evaluation, A. psychologists should make clear the limits of confidentiality B. test data and results may become public, such as in the case of Mike Tyson C. It is permissible to disclose test results to the public if the assessed individual works for a national organization, such as the National Football League D. the person being assessed may not be entitled to see the results of the assessment
C. It is permissible to disclose test results to the public if the assessed individual works for a national organization, such as the National Football League
________________, an issue that can arise in forensic psychology, occurs when the person being evaluated exaggerates or "fakes" symptoms in order to achieve some external benefit. A. Confabulation B. Blindsiding C. Malingering D. Echopraxia
C. Malingering
Projective/expressive childhood and adolescent instruments include the _____________________. A. AAHPERD Functional Fitness Test B. WIAT-III C. TEMAS D. WISC-IV
C. TEMAS
Which of the following statements about intellectual tests for children is TRUE? A. The Spanish WISC-IV is generally a poor choice for assessing the intelligence of Puerto Rican children B. The UNIT is a gender-fair intelligence test that may be administered to children C. The Spanish WISC-IV was normed on children from multiple Spanish speaking countries D. Robert's Apperception Test is commonly used to assess the intelligence of very young children
C. The Spanish WISC-IV was normed on children from multiple Spanish speaking countries
__________________ has been shown to be both a significant detriment to smoking cessation and a significant predictor of relapse. A. Use of nicotine gum or patches B. Social support C. The presence of smokers in one's social group D. An irregular exercise schedule
C. The presence of smokers in one's social group
In forensic psychology, a method of predicting dangerousness that involves a statistical prediction based on objectives variables, with little to no subjective data, is the _______________________ prediction method. A. clinical B. historical C. actuarial D. individual
C. actuarial
When the client is a child, the clinical psychologist's interview process typically includes: A. the child B. adults who know the child well C. both the child and adults who know the child well D. administrators at the child's school
C. both the child and adults who know the child well
In the first psychological clinic, founded by Lightner Witmer in the late 1800s, A. child clients were assessed but not treated B. child clients were neither assessed nor treated C. child clients were assessed and treated D. parent training took place, but no direct treatment of children took place
C. child clients were assessed and treated
A health psychologist who is using biofeedback with a patient is most likely treating _________________________. A. alcohol dependence B. smoking C. chronic pain D. obesity
C. chronic pain
Self-instructional training is a form of psychotherapy with children that derives from the _______________ approach to psychotherapy. A. psychodynamic B. behavioral C. cognitive D. humanistic
C. cognitive
Hugo Munsterberg is most closely associated with the field of _________________. A. health psychology B. pediatric psychology C. forensic psychology D. humanistic psychology
C. forensic psychology
The Spanish version of the WISC-IV A. has not yet been created B. was normed exclusively on children whose parents are from Mexico C. includes no change in item content in spite of linguistic translation D. was normed exclusively on children whose parents are from Spain
C. includes no change in item content in spite of linguistic translation
Clinical psychologists conducting assessments in forensic settings A. should build rapport by assuring the person being assessed that no information collected during the assessment can be used against him B. are rarely asked to determine the mental status of a defendant pleading not guilty by reason of insanity C. may be asked to assess for child custody, personal injury lawsuits, and workers' compensation hearings D. must provide copies of the assessment report to the person being assessed, as well as any agency paying for the evaluation
C. may be asked to asses for child custody, personal injury lawsuits, and workers' compensation hearings
When Lisa needs healthcare services, she goes to a facility where she has a personal primary-care physician who is responsible for arranging her care with all other professionals house in the same complex. Depending on her needs, her primary-care physician sends her to a chiropractor, occupational therapist, clinical psychologist, etc. Lisa receives her care from a(n) A. HMO B. private practice cooperative C. patient-centered medical home D. state-run clinic
C. patient-centered medical home
When implementing behavioral observation with a child client, the psychologist should be on the lookout for ________________ in which the child's behaviors change simply because he realizes he is being watched by the psychologist. A. analogue motion B. naturalistic action C. reactivity D. modification
C. reactivity
According to the Daubert standards, A. individuals can be involuntarily hospitalized if they represent a threat to themselves, but not if they represent a threat to others B. testimony from an expert witness such as a clinical psychologist is admissible in court if it is generally accepted in the field, even if it is not reliable or valid. C. testimony from an expert witness such as a clinical psychologist is admissible in court if it is reliable and valid, even if it is not generally accepted in the field. D. the mental status of a defendant at the time of the trial is a more important factor than the mental status of a defendant at the time of the crime in NGRI evaluations.
C. testimony from an expert witness such as a clinical psychologist is admissible in court if it is reliable and valid, even if it is not generally accepted in the field.
In humanistic play therapy, A. interpretation of the child's actions is more important than in psychodynamic play therapy B. the child and the therapist play directly with each other without any tops or other objects C. the therapist reflects the child's feelings, which may be expressed indirectly through play activities D. the goal is to make the child's unconscious processes conscious
C. the therapist reflects the child's feelings, which may be expressed indirectly through play activities
Health psychologists can help patients cope with medical procedures by A. distracting the patient from learning about the medical procedure B. using cognitive-behavioral interventions to help the patient preemptively catastrophize possible negative outcomes C. using relaxation training and cognitive techniques to help the patient think differently about the unpleasantness of the situation D. maximizing child patients' separation anxiety so they quickly reattach to their parents following surgery
C. using relaxation training and cognitive techniques to help the patients think differently about the unpleasantness of the situation
Chronic pain is defined as pain that lasts at least _________________. A. 1 week B. 1 month C. 3 months D. 6 months
D. 6 months
Researchers estimate that about ______% of all visits to health care providers result from stress-related disorders. A. 10-20 B. 25-40 C. 50-60 D. 75-90
D. 75-90
More than 90% of child custody evaluators use ______________________ during a typical evaluation. A. clinical interviews with each parent B. clinical interviews with the children C. psychological testing of the parents D. A child custody evaluator typically uses all of the other response choices
D. A child custody evaluator typically uses all of the other response choices
Which of the following is NOT a component of the ABCDS approach to weight loss? A. Activity increase B. Dietary change C. Social support D. Belief change
D. Belief change
Which of the following statements about conducting psychotherapy with child patients is NOT true? A. The therapeutic alliance is just as crucial with children as it is in therapy with adults B. The therapeutic alliance must be established with both the child and his or her parents C. Adult interventions and techniques should be adjusted for children D. Children can often be understood and conceptualized as miniature adults
D. Children can often be understood and conceptualized as miniature adult
Which of the following statements about Hugo Munsterberg is NOT true? A. He wrote On the Witness Stand B. He demonstrated how psychological science could be applied in the legal arena C. He mentored the man who presented testimony in a case that created the first standard for expert testimony D. He practiced family law before developing an interest in forensic psychology
D. He practiced family law before developing an interest in forensic psychology
Health psychologists may play a significant role in helping patients cope with stress associated with A. surgery B. chemotherapy C. deep brain stimulation D. health psychologists may assist patients with any of the other listed choices
D. Health psychologists may assist patients with any of the other listed choices
Stephen finds the link between emotional stress and physical illness fascinating. In fact, he is a researcher who studies the interactions among behavior, the nervous system, and the immune system. Of the following fields, which is Stephen most likely associated with? A. Neurology B. Immunology C. Microbiology D. Psychoimmunology
D. Psychoimmunology
Clinical psychologists who consult with law enforcement agencies conduct _____. A. fitness-for-duty evaluations B. pre-employment evaluations C. psychotherapy D. Psychologists may conduct any of the other response choices with law enforcement agencies
D. Psychologists may conduct any of the other response choices with law enforcement agencies
Smoking has proven to be a major risk factor for ______________. A. heart disease B. cancer C. stroke D. smoking contributes risk to developing all of the other choices
D. Smoking contributes risk to developing all of the other choices
Which of the following statements about social support is TRUE? A. Social support has no documented connection to psychological health or physical health B. Social support in the form of friendships enhances physical health, but social support in the forms of family relationships and romantic relationships enhances physical health C. Social support enhances psychological health but has no effect on physical health D. Social support is the perception that one has relationships that can provide support in a time of crisis
D. Social support is the perception that one has relationships that can provide support in a time of crisis
Which of the following statements in NOT true? A. ADHD, conduct disorder, and separation anxiety disorder are common diagnoses among children B. Children can be diagnosed with major depression and posttraumatic stress disorder C. DSM-5 modifies the diagnostic criteria of some disorders for children D. Some clinical psychologists divide children's psychological problems into two broad classes: specific and generalized disorders.
D. Some clinical psychologists divide children's psychological problems into two broad classes: specific and generalized disorders.
When naturalistic direct observation of a child is not practical, clinical child psychologists often conduct __________________ to achieve the same purpose. A. sentence-completion tests B. intelligence testing C. achievement testing D. analogue direct observation
D. analogue direct observation
Health psychologists can increase compliance with medical regimens by doing all of the following EXCEPT A. serving as liasons between the medical provider and the patient B. throughly educating the patient on the proposed treatment C. aiding the patient in bolstering his or her social support systems D. applying the operant technique of positive punishment to inconsistent patients
D. applying the operant technique of positive punishment to inconsistent patients
Parent training programs have been developed for _______________________. A. ADHD B. conduct disorder C. separation anxiety D. many disorders and problems, including those listed in the other answer choices
D. many disorders and problems, including those listed in other answer choices
Surveys of psychologists who conduct child custody evaluations (e.g., Bow, 2006) suggest that A. psychological tests are rarely used. B. interviews with parents and children are considered less important than psychological tests. C. parent and child interviews are deemed less important that projective testing results. D. more than 60% of evaluators conduct psychological testing with the children involved in such cases.
D. more than 60% of evaluators conduct psychological testing with the children involved in such cases.
According to experts in forensic psychology, _____________ tend to be endorsed most strongly for use in forensic evaluations. A. Wechsler intelligence tests B. projective personality tests C. the TAT and RAT D. objective personality tests
D. objective personality tests
Which of the following statements is NOT true? Forensic psychology training opportunities include A. elective forensic courses in doctoral programs B. specialized forensic tracks in doctoral programs C. joint degree programs in law (JD. and psychology (PhD or PsyD) D. predoctoral, but not postdoctoral, internships that feature forensic training
D. predoctoral, but not postdoctoral, internships that feature forensic training
According to research discussed in the textbook, which of the following factors does NOT influence children's resilience or vulnerability to psychological problems? A. Environmental factors, including poverty B. Parental factors, including low parent IQ C. Child factors, including difficult temperament D. tactile factors, including fine motor skills
D. tactile factors, including fine motor skills
The not guilty by reason of insanity (NGRI) defense A. is used frequently B. is successful in a majority of the instances in which it is used C. results in the defendant being released if the defense is successful D. was successfully used by John Hinckley following his attempted assassination of President Ronald Reagan.
D. was successfully used by John Hinckley following his attempted assassination of President Ronald Reagan.
Rolland experiences negative symptoms, including headaches and irritability, when he does not consume alcohol. A health psychologist evaluating Rolland would describe this symptom as __________________. A. abuse B. dependence C. tolerance D. withdrawal
D. withdrawal
Clinical psychologists typically focus on four basic therapy tasks when providing treatment to forensic clients. Which of the following is NOT one of these four tasks? A. Crisis management B. Outpatient psychotherapy C. interoceptive coping D. Targeted programs
Interoceptive coping
To which of the following assessment tools the TEMAS is most similar in format? A. SCID B. MMPI-2 C. TAT D. WISC-IV
TAT
Which of the following statements about general adaptation syndrome is TRUE? A. The fight-or-flight system works better in response to prolonged, repeated stressors than in response to temporary stressors B. The more specific the stressor, the more unlikely adaptation will occur C. Long-term exposure to stress bolsters our immune system D. With prolonged exposure to stress, our bodies eventually wear out and break down
With prolonged exposure to stress, our bodies eventually wear out and break down
