Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

To release hidden unconscious thoughts and feelings to reduce their power in controlling behaviour.

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 Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)?

Accepted Answer

Teaching clients to accept themselves while also working toward change

Question 4

A client with a severe phobia of elevators is gradually exposed to elevators 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 university student is experiencing symptoms of depression but is hesitant to seek help due to fear of being judged by peers. This is an example of which barrier to psychological treatment?

Accepted Answer

Stigma

Question 7

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'deinstitutionalization' in mental health care?

Accepted Answer

The movement to treat individuals with mental illness in community settings rather than large institutions.

Question 8

Which of the following is a disadvantage of behavioural therapy?

Accepted Answer

It does not address the underlying thoughts and expectations that may foster maladaptive behaviour.

Question 9

A client believes that because they failed one exam, their entire academic career is ruined. According to cognitive-behavioural therapy, this is an example of:

Accepted Answer

A global attribution

Question 10

Which of the following therapies combines mindfulness meditation with cognitive-behavioural techniques?

Accepted Answer

Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

It can cause distress or harm to the client.

Question 12

Which of the following best describes the role of a psychiatrist in mental health treatment?

Accepted Answer

Is a medical doctor who can prescribe medication and often treats severe psychological disorders.

Question 13

A client is asked to sign a written agreement outlining goals and consequences for their behaviour. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Contingency contracting

Question 14

Which of the following is a common side effect of Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) like Prozac?

Accepted Answer

Nausea and diarrhea

Question 15

Which of the following is TRUE about the effectiveness of psychotherapy, based on research?

Accepted Answer

Psychotherapy is effective for most people, but not everyone.

Question 16

Which of the following is a key component of Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) as shown in the diagram?

Accepted Answer

Distress tolerance

Question 17

A patient is exposed to rapid, repeated left-right eye movements while recalling a traumatic event. This describes which controversial therapy?

Accepted Answer

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 19

According to the effectiveness chart, which therapy type has the highest success rate for treated patients compared to untreated controls?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive behavioural therapy

Question 20

A client who interprets a single negative event as evidence that everything in their life is a failure is demonstrating which unhelpful thinking style?

Accepted Answer

Magnification (catastrophizing)

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