Midterm Exam: Chapters 3-10
Mood disorder is now depressive disorders and bipolar and related disorders OCD is placed on its own intellectual disability is the new name for mental retardation learning disorders renamed specific learning disorder Substance use disorder is two previous disorders in one now: substance abuse and substance dependency ADHD can have until age 12 to have symptom onset.
5 revisions to the disorders in the DSM
structured; unstructured
A ___ interview is a predetermined, planned sequences of questions that an interviewer asks a client. By contrast, an ____ interview is improvised and involves no predetermined questions.
hierarchical
A ___ model of intelligence proposes that specific abilities exist and are important, but they are all somewhat related to each other and to a global, overall, general, intelligence
crisis
A ____ interview is a special type of clinical interview designed not only to assess a problem demanding urgent attention but also to provide immediate intervention for the problem
generalized anxiety disorder
A client who scores very high on the clinical scale called "Psychasthenia" on the MMPI-2 is more like to receive a diagnosis of ___.
antisocial personality disorder
A client who scores very high on the clinical scale called "Psychopathic Deviate" on the MMPI-2 is most likely to receive a diagnosis of ___.
must obtain written permission to videotape an interview
A clinical psychologist must obtain what permissions?
competence
A clinical psychologist who is sufficiently capable, skilled, experienced, and expert to adequately complete the professional tasks they undertake is fulfilling the ethical standard of ___.
People who report higher levels of exercise, also tend to report lower levels of depression
A study of the relationship between physical exercise and depression finds a negative correlation. What does that mean?
Principle E - respect Standard 2.01 - understand the depth of the client's culture Standard 3.01 - will not unjustly discriminate against a client Standard 9.06 - when interpreting test results, must take into account the cultural differences
APA principles and standards related to multiculturalism
fluid
According to Cattell, ___ intelligence includes the ability to solve novel problems.
exerted too much control over clinical decisions
According to surveys of psychologists in private practice, managed care companies have ____.
Multiple relationships are unethical only when they can be reasonably expected to cause impairment in the psychologist or risk exploitation or harm of the client.
According to the most recent edition of the APA ethical code, which of the following statements is TRUE regarding multiple relationships? - All multiple relationships are unethical - Multiple relationships are unethical only when the client is harmed by them - Multiple relationships are unethical only when they can be reasonably expected to cause impairment in the psychologist or risk exploitation or harm of the client - Multiple relationships are unethical only when they are sexual in nature.
the establishment of minimal levels of competence for the field
Advantages of the emergence of manualized therapies with empirical support include ____.
convenience for clients
Advocates for prescription privileges for clinical psychologists cite ____ as support for their argument.
categorical
All editions of the DSM have offered a ___ approach to diagnosis.
summarizing
At the end of the interview, he ties together various topics that Megan discussed, connecting statements she made at various points, and identifies themes in the information she has provided. Which of the following techniques is Dr. Huckabee using?
about as well in-person forms of psychotherapy
Based on current reviews and meta-analyses, we can say that telepsychology generally appears to work ____.
Asperger's disorder was expanded and can now be diagnoses as mild, moderate, or severe Asperger's disorder
Based on the textbook, which of the following is NOT a revision to a mental disorder that was included in the DSM-5? - The "bereavement exclusion" included in the diagnostic criteria for a major depressive episode was dropped. - Asperger's disorder was expanded and can now be diagnoses as mild, moderate, or severe Asperger's disorder. - The age at which symptoms must first appear in individuals diagnosed with ADHD was changed from 7 to 12 years old. - The frequency of binges required for bulimia nervosa was decreased to once per week
facilitates easier communication between professionals
Categorical diagnosis of mental illness has many advantages, including that it ___.
researching assessment methods
Clinical psychologists may develop, validate, or expand the use of psychological instruments such as the MMPI-2 and the WAIS-IV. Such activity is an example of ___.
Etic is looking at differences in humans - first emerging perspective Emic is looking at them in their own culture specific lens
Compare and contrast etic and emic perspectives
weaker external validity
Compared to effectiveness studies, efficacy studies of psychotherapy outcome generally have ___.
greater internal validity
Compared to effectiveness studies, efficacy studies of psychotherapy outcome generally have ____.
- more disorders were added to it - guidelines for current disorders were given broader ranges of diagnostic leniency
Criticisms of DSM-5 with regard to the issue of overdiagnosis
prefer a smaller amount of personal space
Cultural variables are important in the context of a clinical interview. For example, compared to people from North American or Britain, people of Middle Eastern or Latino/Latina cultures tend to ___.
less physical touch
Cultural variables are important in the context of a clinical interview. For example, compared to traditional Western culture, Asian cultures tend to feature ___.
how much or how little to include parents in the child's therapy
Describe the main ethical dilemma when working with minor clients
directive: exact information they need, very direction questions and a simple answer - good information that may not have come up otherwise - sacrifices rapport nondirective: client talks about whatever they want - may learn crucial information that they may not have known enough to ask about - may not have gained enough information to diagnose the client
Directive vs nondirective interview styles
- relationship between client matters most - no room for modification
Disadvantages of manualized therapy
"I generally only preform personality assessments with children. I can refer you to a colleague who has a good deal of experience with adult personality assessment."
Dr. Goldfarb is contacted by Shannon, an adult seeking personality testing for herself. Dr. Goldfarb has extensive experience with child personality assessment, but it has been some years since he administered an adult personality instrument. Which of the following responses could Dr. Goldfarb give to Shannon and remain in compliance with the APA code of ethics?
intake interview
Dr. Harris, a clinical psychologist, is interviewing a client with the primary purpose of determining whether the agency where Dr. Harris works can provide the services required by this client. In other words, Dr. Harris is conducting an ____.
diagnostic interview
Dr. Murphy, a clinical neuropsychologist, is conducting a clinical interview in which the primary purpose is to assign a label from the current DSM to the patient. In other words, Dr. Murphy is conducting a ___.
therapeutic assessment
Dr. Richards uses psychological testing, including feedback about testing results, both to assess his patients and provide a brief therapeutic intervention. This practice is best described as ___.
neuropsychological
Dr. Young, a clinical psychologist, is conducting an assessment of a client who experienced a head injury in a car accident. She uses the Halstead-Reitan battery to determine impairment of the functioning of specific components or structures of the brain. Dr. Young is conducting ___ testing.
third party increases diagnoses due to need of label but also allows people to get treatment when they couldn't otherwise afford it
Effect of payment methods on a diagnosis
verbal tracking
Effective interviewers are skilled at ___, or repeating key words and phrases back to their clients to ensure the clients that they have been accurately heard.
empirically supported treatments
Evidence-based practice has also been referred to as ____.
multiple abilities that vaguely relate to create a general overall intelligence in humans John Carrol has the three-stratum theory and has "g" for general intelligence and 8 broad topics, 60 more specific topics
Explain hierarchical models of intelligence
intent - measure the brain's cognitive function overall and specific structures purpose - issues that might arise from injuries, long-time substance abuse, create a rehab plan, and determine eligibility at school and work
Explain intent and purpose of neuropsychological testing
intelligence tests show what they are capable either now or in the future achievement tests are what they have already produced - certain grade level or age to being diagnosed with a specific learning disorder, must undergo achievement testing and compare to average expected scores of people the same age
Explain the difference between intelligence testing and achievement testing. How are these used in diagnosing learning disorders?
1. if the psychologist becomes impaired 2. exploitation or harm to the client involved.
Explain the two criteria that would make multiple relationships unethical
offer clients the option of using secure methods for conducting therapy sessions online
Guidelines regarding the use of new technologies by clinical psychologists include all the following EXCEPT ___.
Objective tests rely on the thought that people will reveal themselves through performance-based activities Projective are not restricted to True/False, not easily comparable, and scoring may vary
Highlight the main differences between objective and projective
demonic, natural
Hippocrates denied ____ causes in explaining abnormality, and instead promoted ____ causes.
the ability to prescribe medication
Historically, what has been the primary distinction between psychiatrists and psychologists?
specific learning disorder
Honore receives psychological testing. Althought her intelligence falls in the low average range, a discrepancy is still identified between her achievement and intelligence test scores (such that achievement falls significantly below expectations based on intelligence). This discrepancy will likely be the basis for a diagnosis of ___.
Hippocrates: being caused by physical factors Pinel: took detailed notes on in-patient facilities and would share with coworkers Kraepelin: founding father of the DSM system
How did Hippocrates, Pinel and Kraepelin influence the way we diagnose mental illness?
because there is no underlying issues to uncover. You are seeing the exact behaviors with no reason to dig deeper
How is behavioral assessment a "fundamentally different approach to assessment?
within-group
In a(n) ____ design, participants within a single condition are compared to themselves at various points in time.
quasi-experiment
In a(n) ____ design, the researcher cannot always assign people randomly to conditions, make particular manipulations, or test certain hypotheses due to ethical, practical, or other constraints.
dimensional; personality
In recent years, researchers have offered alternatives to the categorical approach to the diagnosis of mental disorders. Specifically, the ___ approach ahs received significant attention, especially regarding the ____ disorders.
separation
In the ____ acculturation strategy, an individual rejects much of his new culture and retains much of his original culture.
Thematic Apperception Test
In the ____, the task of the client is to create a story to go along with the interpersonal scenes depicted in cards.
research; psychotherapy
Informed consent regarding ____ is best understood as a one-time event, but informed consent regarding ___ is best understood as an ongoing process
internal = efficacy; how variables relate to each other external = effectiveness; how well results can be generalized
Internal vs external validity
- use of evidence based techniques
List advantages of manualized therapy
- no universal training program - medication intervention could take over - influences from pharmaceutical could cloud judgement
List arguments against prescription privileges
- explicitly state a commitment to diversity - actively make an effort to recruit graduate students from diverse perspectives - actively make effort to recruit and retain a diverse faculty - make efforts to make the admission process fair and equitable - ensure that students gain awareness of their own cultural value and biases, knowledge of other groups, and skills to work with diverse populations - examine all courses for an infusion of a culture-centered approach throughout the curriculum - evaluate students on their cultural competence on a regular basis
List the 7 essential components of improving the multicultural competence of clinical psychologists.
- better communication - convenience for patients - revenue for their business
List the arguments for prescription privileges
acquiring awareness, knowledge, and skills to function in a pluralistic society
Multicultural counseling competence is _______.
1. gain knowledge on psych disorders 2. how to treat disorders 3. research assessment methods 4. diagnostic issues - "either or" situation or sliding scale 5. professional issues 6. teaching and training issues
Name and briefly explain the six main reasons why clinical psych do research
Verbal comprehension - verbal communication and reasoning Perceptual reasoning - fluid reasoning, virtual processing, and visual-motor integration Working memory - ability to store information and retain that info in short-term memory Processing speed - ability to process all kinds of information rapidly and accurately
Name and explain four indexes of the WAIS-IV
1. Beneficence and non-maleficence: always benefit and never do harm 2. fidelity and responsibility: strive to gain a trusting relationship with their clients and be aware of their responsibilities to the client and community 3. integrity: strive to be accurate and honest 4. professionals being fair and just 5. respect for people's rights and dignities
Name the APA Five General Ethical Priniciples
PMDD DMDD - disruptive mood dysregulation disorder: temper tantrums past appropriate age level Binge Eating Disorder Mild neurocognitive disorder: adults can live independently SSD - somatic symptom disorder: physical symptom that gets much worse to obsessively worrying about it Hoarding disorder
New disorders in the DSM-5
professional autonomy and identification for clinical psychologists
Opponents of prescription privileges for clinical psychologists cite all of the following EXCEPT ____ as support for their argument.
- more accessible to rural areas
Pros of using technology
Diagnoses such as premenstrual dysphoric disorder demonstrate a significant reduction in DSM gender bias.
Recent editions of the DSM, including DSM-5, have received numerous criticisms. Which of the following statements is inconsistent with the criticisms discussed in the textbook/ - the breadth of coverage of recent DSMs was expanded too much - The cutoffs that separate those who quality for disorders from those who do not are often arbitrary rather than empirically based - diagnoses such as premenstrual dysphoric disorder demonstrate a significant reduction in DSM gender bias. - nonempirical influences such as political and social forces, may have too much influence on the decisions made by DSM.
can be accomplished by asking the client how he would like to be addressed early in treatment
Referring to a client by the proper name ___.
reaches a deeper appreciation of his or her own cultural identity
Regardless of the methods used to train clinical psychologists to be culturally competent, as essential ingredient is that the trainee ___.
produce better client outcomes and are more successful in getting clients engaged in therapy
Some studies of manualized therapy have found that therapists who demonstrate flexibility while using manuals ____.
g
Spearman created the concept of ___, an individual's general intelligence or global, overall intellectual ability
quieting themselves (internally) being self-aware developing positive working relationships eye contact body language vocal qualities verbal tracking referring to client by proper name observing client behavior
Summarize key skills and behaviors for a psychologist to use conducting a clinical interview.
open-ended: gain more personal narrative closed-ended: used for diagnosing, to the point
Summarize open- and closed-ended questions
was a college student whose murder resulted in the creation of the duty to warn
Tatiana Tarasoff
case study
The ABAB design is an example of a(n)____.
normal personality traits
The NEO Personality Inventory (NEO-PI-3) emphasizes ___.
anxiety
The Psychasthenia scale on the MMPI-2 is a measure of ___.
four; five
The WAIS features ____ factors each of which yields an index score. The SB5 features ___ factors.
an individually administered test of language, reading, writing, and mathematics achievement
The WIAT is ____.
11
The WISC is an appropriate test for a client who is ____ years old.
Weschler-Memory Scale
The ___ is a memory test that can be used to assess individuals who are suspected to have memory problems due to brain injury, dementia, or substance abuse
Halstead-Reitan Neuropsychological Battery
The ___ is a thorough and lengthy battery of eight standardized neuropsychological tests.
General Principles
The ___ section of the current ethical code includes aspirational ideals regarding the behavior of clinical psychologists, as opposed to enforceable rules of conduct.
Tripartite Model of Personal Identity
The ____ places importance on multiple perspectives, including those that recognize the uniqueness of each individual, as well as the similarities between each individual and other individuals.
General Principles; Ethical Standards
The current edition of the APA ethical code includes two distinct sections: ____ and ____.
bereavement exclusion
The diagnosis of major depression used to have a ____, which made it so those who had lost a loved one could not be diagnosed with a depressive disorder.
emphasizes similarities between all people
The etic perspective ____.
make a commitment to do with is ethically appropriate
The first step in Fischer's (2017) model for ethical decision-making is to ___.
beneficence and nonmaleficence
The idea that clinical psychologists strive to benefit the patients with whom they work, while at the same time ensuring they do not harm their patients, is best captured by which ethical principle?
Verbal Comprehension and Perceptual Reasoning
The index scores of the Wechsler intelligence tests, which correspond to the underlying factors in the test, include ___.
rely more heavily on the psychologist's unique way of scoring and interpreting results than objective tests, which limited their reliability and validity
The most frequently cited shortcoming of projective personality tests centers on the fact that projective personality tests ___.
John Carroll
The three-stratum theory of intelligence is a contemporary theory that proposes a single, overall ability that contains eight broad factors, each of which contains many more specific abilities. This theory was proposed by ___.
the test-taking attitudes of the client
The validity scales of the MMP1-2 are a measure of ___.
gently correct the client when he uses metaphors incorrectly
To develop rapport during a clinical interview, an interviewer should do all of the following EXCEPT ___. - make an effort to put the client at ease - acknowledge the unique, unusual situation of the interview - notice how the client uses language and follow the client's lead - gently correct the client when he uses metaphors incorrectly
All of the above are potential threats: prescribing medications is more profitable than psychotherapy, took much emphasis on pharmacology rather than talk therapy, and patients will come to expect medications rather than participate in the difficult work of psychotherapy.
What "threat to psychotherapy" exists if psychologists receive prescription privileges?
structured: diagnose, reduce biasness, extremely reliable, standardized, not complicated - rigid, inhibit rapport, don't touch on personal topics, require more questions that lengthens the interview unstructured: aren't rigid, flexibility to go wherever the client wants it to go, great rapport, drive into personal topics - create bias, don't lead to diagnosis always, and can get complicated
What are the advantages and disadvantages of structured vs unstructured interviews?
Psychoanalysis, behaviorism, humanistic psych, and multiculturalism
What are the four forces of clinical psych?
individual, group, and universal
What are the three levels of the tripartite model of personality identity?
awareness, knowledge, and skills
What are the three primary components of cultural competency?
duty to warn and protect
What ethical duties were born out of the Tarasoff case?
Standard 8.02: informed consent must be obtained. right to decline at any point Standard 8.06: should not coerce any participant including not offering inappropriate or money compensation Standard 8.07: should not lie to deceive the participants unless it calls for it. Then must tell at the first available moment 8.08: should min harm done 8.10: should never falsify data 8.12: should only add their name if they contributed a sig amount 8.14: share data when completed with other researchers to allow for their work to be tested and analyzed
What ethical standards are related to research in clinical psych?
participants randomly assigned to a control group or experimental group
What is meant by the term randomized clinical trial?
Overpathologizing - thinking something is abnormal because it isn't in your culture
What is the main danger of assessing personality without knowledge or sensitivity to culture?
NEO assessing personality traits like the Big Five
What is the main difference between tests like MMPI, PAI, MCMI when compared to the NEO?
culturally sound and fair intelligence test non-verbal test that uses 8 hand motions, pointing, and tactile manipulation no need for language
What is the purpose of a test like the UNIT-2?
a degree doesn't make someone competent; need to take courses to become educated in the matter; burnout issues; new improvements to the profession
What main issues were raised in the text regarding the ethical standard of competence?
engage in small talk about nerves empathize about the unique situation tell them they are appreciative of them being open offer opportunity to ask questions mimicking client's speech and matching energy
What specific efforts can interviewers make to enhance rapport?
empirical evidence, dropped a therapy affiliation, multi-axial system
What were the major changes introduced in the DSM-III in 1980?
consists if behaviors witnessed in less than 30% of the population
Which of the following is NOT a part of DSM-5's definition of a mental disorder? - clinically significant disturbance in cognition, emotion regulation, or behavior - dysfunction in mental functioning - usually associated with significant distress or disability - consists of behaviors witnessed in less than 30% of the population
implementation of a standardized diversity training program required for psychologists to maintain their licenses
Which of the following is NOT a recent professional effort to emphasize issues of culture that was discussed in the textbook?
altering data to fit the hypothesis
Which of the following is NOT a step in the experimental method? - observation of events - development of a hypothesis - empirical testing of the hypothesis - altering date to fit the hypothesis.
Therapists working with child clients often attempt to negotiate an arrangement in which parents will not be informed of what the child disclosed except under specified conditions.
Which of the following is TRUE? - An ethical clinical psychologist should never break a child client's confidentiality to report child abuse - Less than half of the states in the United States have laws requiring mental health professionals to break confidentiality to report known or suspected child abuse - A psychologist must abide by a child client's request to withhold information about treatment from parents - Therapists working with child clients often attempt to negotiate an arrangement in which parents will not be informed of what the child disclosed except under specified conditions.
Cultural self-awareness is generally important for all psychologists, regardless of their own cultural backgrounds.
Which of the following is TRUE? - It is generally unacceptable practice for a clinical psychologists to openly and directly acknowledge cultural differences with a client. - It is generally acceptable practice for a clinical psychologists to begin treating a culturally dissimilar client with no knowledge of that client's culture, and to require a client to explain all culturally relevant information to the psychologists. - Most research suggests that cultural self-awareness on the part of a clinical psychologists does little to improve treatment effectiveness. - Cultural self-awareness is generally important for all psychologists, regardless of their own cultural backgrounds.
Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory
Which of the following is an example of an objective personality test? - MMPI - Inkblot Method - Thematic Apperception Test - Person-Tree-House Technique
Community
Which of the following is not one of the APA's ethical principles? - integrity - justice -community -Respect for People's Rights and Dignity
to gain knowledge about psychological disorders, establishing a foundation for the field
Which of the following is the fundamental reason why clinical psychologists do research? - to prove that psychology is a science - to gain knowledge about psych disorders, establishing a foundation for the field - to show evidence that psychologists provide more effective therapy than other types of therapists - to find new ways to assess psych disorders
psychoanalysis, behaviorism, humanism, and multiculturalism
Which of the following lists the major "force" in psychology?
Although none have yet emerged, the American Psychological Association plans to introduce new divisions within its organization devoted to cultural issues such as gender, religion, sexual orientation, and ethnicity.
Which of the following statements is FALSE? - Currently, when the APA considers accrediting a graduate program in psychology, there are criteria related to multiculturalism that must be met. - Although none have yet emerged, the APA plans to introduce new divisions within its organization devoted to cultural issues such as gender, religion, sexual orientation, and ethnicity. - The APA ethical code instructs psychologists to work with cultural sensitivity and competence.
The PAI consists of 221 items and includes 21 different scales
Which of the following statements is NOT true? - the PAI emphasizes psychopathology and problem behaviors. - There is a version of the PAI that can be used for clients as young as 12. - THE PAI consists of 221 items and includes 21 different scales - The PAI offers four different responses: totally false, slightly true, mainly true, and very true.
some things that they want or need to study is unethical or impossible to design
Why do clinical psychologists often use quasi-experimental and correlation designs in their research?
- needs to be aware to provide the best treatment - create a working relationship - brings out and advances the other forces
Why is multiculturalism the "fourth force"?
Overpathologizing
___, which is more likely to take place when clinical psychologists are not culturally competent, involves viewing as abnormal although it is normal within the client's own culture.
Longitudinal
____ designs examine changes in a participant or group across time, often over many years.
Disruptive Mood Regulation Disorder
____ is anew disorder to the DSM-5 that was created in response to the overdiagnosis of bipolar disorder in children.
Diagnostic overexpansion
____ is the primary criticism of the new DSM-5.
Acculturation
____ is the way a person responds to living in a new cultural environment, particularly regarding the balance between adopting elements of the new culture and retaining elements of the original culture.
Effectiveness
____ refers to the success of a therapy in actual clinical settings in which client problems may be diagnostically complex.
Statistical
____ significance is an efficacy or effectiveness study refers to a numerically significant difference between two groups. it is measured quantitatively.
DSM-III
_____, published in 1980 relied more heavily on empirical data, used specific diagnostic criteria, and introduced the multi-axial assessment system.
gain understanding of the client's information given
clarification
address contradictory information
confrontation
may lead to detrimental consequences for clients
cultural incompetence ____.
efficacy - how a certain therapy is going to work in a clinical setting effectiveness - how well it works in normal therapy
efficacy vs effectiveness
used when they don't need to contradict but show they are listening
paraphrasing
interpreting the body language and expressing it back to them
reflection of feelings
done all the end to show recurring themes
summarizing