Question 1

Which of the following best describes the main goal of psychoanalysis as developed by Freud?

Accepted Answer

To release unconscious thoughts and feelings to reduce their power in controlling behavior

Question 2

A therapist uses a hierarchy of fears and relaxation training to help a client overcome a phobia. Which technique is being used?

Accepted Answer

Systematic desensitization

Question 3

Which of the following is a major criticism of the use of antipsychotic medications?

Accepted Answer

They may produce serious side effects and do not address underlying problems

Question 4

A client is asked to rapidly confront their fear of heights by standing on a tall building's balcony. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Flooding

Question 5

Which of the following best explains why men are less likely to seek mental health treatment, according to the study materials?

Accepted Answer

Masculinity norms discourage emotional disclosure and encourage self-reliance

Question 6

Which of the following is a key feature of cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT)?

Accepted Answer

Combining cognitive restructuring with behavioral techniques such as exposure

Question 7

A patient is given a medication that increases serotonin levels by preventing its reuptake at the synapse. Which class of drug is this?

Accepted Answer

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)

Question 8

Which of the following is a potential ethical concern with aversive conditioning?

Accepted Answer

It uses unpleasant stimuli that may be considered inhumane or harmful

Question 9

A client in therapy is reluctant to discuss certain memories and frequently changes the subject. According to psychoanalytic theory, this is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Resistance

Question 10

Which of the following best describes the main advantage of group therapy?

Accepted Answer

It provides support and advice from peers, and is economical

Question 11

Which of the following is a core condition for therapeutic change in person-centered therapy?

Accepted Answer

Unconditional positive regard

Question 12

A patient with panic disorder is asked to spin in a chair to induce dizziness and learn that the sensation is harmless. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Interoceptive exposure therapy

Question 13

Which of the following is a disadvantage of behavioral therapy?

Accepted Answer

It does not address underlying thoughts and expectations that may foster maladaptive behavior

Question 14

Which of the following best describes the main function of antianxiety drugs such as benzodiazepines?

Accepted Answer

They reduce excitability and increase feelings of well-being by affecting GABA activity

Question 15

A therapist and client create a written agreement outlining goals and consequences for behavior change. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Contingency contracting

Question 16

Which of the following is a key criticism of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)?

Accepted Answer

It may cause serious side effects such as memory loss and its mechanism is not fully understood

Question 17

Which of the following is a barrier to seeking psychological treatment, especially among certain cultural groups in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Stigma and negative attitudes toward mental health treatment

Question 18

Which of the following best describes the main focus of dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT)?

Accepted Answer

Teaching acceptance, distress tolerance, and mindfulness skills

Question 19

A patient is treated with ketamine for depression. What is a major concern with this treatment?

Accepted Answer

It may affect cognitive functioning and has potential for addiction

Question 20

Which of the following best describes the findings of Rosenhan's 'On Being Sane in Insane Places' study?

Accepted Answer

Sane individuals were often misdiagnosed and depersonalized in psychiatric hospitals

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