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 influence on behavior

Question 2

A therapist asks a client to relax and say whatever comes to mind, regardless of how trivial or embarrassing. This technique is known as:

Accepted Answer

Free association

Question 3

Which of the following is a key feature of person-centered therapy?

Accepted Answer

The therapist provides unconditional positive regard and empathy

Question 4

A client with a severe dog phobia is gradually exposed to dogs, starting with looking at pictures and eventually being in the same room with a dog, while practicing relaxation techniques. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Systematic desensitization

Question 5

Which of the following statements about antipsychotic drugs is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

They temporarily reduce psychotic symptoms by blocking dopamine receptors

Question 6

A therapist and client create a written agreement outlining specific goals and consequences for meeting or failing to meet those goals. This behavioral technique is called:

Accepted Answer

Contingency contracting

Question 7

Which of the following is a common barrier to seeking psychological treatment in collectivist cultures?

Accepted Answer

There is a stigma and therapy is not commonly used

Question 8

Which of the following best describes the main focus of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)?

Accepted Answer

Changing faulty thinking patterns to improve emotions and behaviors

Question 9

A client with panic disorder is asked to spin in a chair to induce dizziness and learn that the sensation is not dangerous. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Interoceptive exposure therapy

Question 10

Which of the following is a potential disadvantage of behavioral therapy?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 11

Which of the following drugs is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) commonly used to treat depression?

Accepted Answer

Prozac

Question 12

A group of people with similar mental health challenges meet regularly to support each other without a professional therapist present. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Self-help group

Question 13

Which of the following is a key component of dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT)?

Accepted Answer

Teaching distress tolerance and mindfulness skills

Question 14

Which of the following best describes the main ethical concern with the use of flooding as a therapeutic technique?

Accepted Answer

It may be trauma-inducing or unethical due to the intensity of exposure

Question 15

Which of the following statements about electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

It is controversial due to potential side effects such as memory loss

Question 16

A client believes that a single failure means their entire life is ruined. According to cognitive-behavioral therapy, this is an example of which dysfunctional thinking pattern?

Accepted Answer

Global attribution

Question 17

Which of the following is a reason why men may be less likely to seek mental health treatment?

Accepted Answer

Masculinity norms discourage emotional disclosure

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

It provides support and advice from peers with similar experiences

Question 19

Which of the following is a limitation of biomedical therapies for mental health disorders?

Accepted Answer

They may provide only temporary symptom relief and have serious side effects

Question 20

A patient is given a medication that increases GABA activity to reduce anxiety. Which class of drug is this patient most likely taking?

Accepted Answer

Benzodiazepine

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