Question 1

According to the American School Counselor Association, in order to be an effective school counselor one needs sources of information about:
A) academic achievement.
B) accountability.
C) career counseling.
D) conflict resolution and bullying.
E) all of the above.

Accepted Answer

The American School Counselor Association states that in order to be an effective school counselor, one needs sources of information about academic achievement, accountability, career counseling, conflict resolution, and bullying. Therefore, the best choice is E, which includes all of the above options.

Question 2

Individual counseling, group counseling, classroom guidance, and psychoeducational activities can all be described as:
A) indirect services.
B) direct services.
C) secondary services.
D) administrative duties.
E) outreach.

Accepted Answer

Direct services are those that involve direct contact with students, such as individual and group counseling, classroom guidance, and psychoeducational activities. Indirect services, on the other hand, are those that support the delivery of direct services, such as consultation with parents and staff or program coordination. Secondary services refer to interventions provided to students who are identified as being at risk or in need of additional support, such as referrals to outside agencies. Administrative duties include tasks such as record keeping and management, budgeting, and scheduling. Outreach activities involve efforts to engage with families, community members, or other stakeholders and may include providing information, resources, or support.

Question 3

Within the context of school counseling, consultation and coordination activities fall into the category of:
A) indirect services.
B) direct services.
C) secondary services.
D) preventative measures.
E) tertiary measures.

Accepted Answer

Consultation and coordination activities are considered indirect services in school counseling because they involve working with other professionals or resources to support students rather than directly providing services to students. Direct services involve working directly with students, such as counseling sessions or classroom guidance lessons. Secondary services refer to interventions for students who are at risk of developing mental health or academic issues, while preventative measures aim to reduce the likelihood of these issues occurring. Tertiary measures involve working with students who already have significant mental health or academic concerns.

Question 4

Activities found in career centers include:
A) career workshops on interests, skills, or values clarification.
B) interviewing and job search workshops.
C) testing and assessment.
D) all of the above.
E) both a and b

Accepted Answer

Career centers typically provide a variety of services including workshops on clarifying interests, skills, or values, as well as workshops on interviewing and job searching. Additionally, many career centers offer testing and assessment services to help individuals identify their strengths and areas for improvement. Therefore, the best choice is D - all of the above.

Question 5

In each catchment area, the designated community center provides which of the following services?
A) Inpatient care
B) Outpatient counseling
C) Partial day care
D) Crisis intervention
E) All of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the services listed are provided by the designated community center in each catchment area.

Question 6

specialize in helping those with disabilities of all kinds overcome their skill deficits and societal barriers to become as fully functioning as feasible.
A) Addictions counselors
B) Counseling psychologists
C) Rehabilitation counselors
D) Crisis counselors
E) Paraprofessionals

Accepted Answer

Rehabilitation counselors specialize in helping individuals with disabilities overcome skill deficits and societal barriers to become more fully functioning. The other choices may also work with individuals with disabilities, but their specialties do not solely focus on this population.

Question 7

Originally, the purpose of Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) was to:
A) address substance abuse problems in the workplace.
B) address mental health concerns in the workplace.
C) reduce the stress level of employees.
D) Help employees resolve their financial problems.
E) all of the above.

Accepted Answer

Originally, Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) were specifically designed to address substance abuse problems in the workplace. Over time, their scope has broadened to include a variety of other issues, but their initial focus was on substance abuse.

Question 8

What type of professional conducts counseling through a combination of emails, chat rooms, instant messaging, and telephone sessions?
A) N/A: No professionals do this.
B) Cybercounselors
C) Internet specialists
D) Licensed Internet Mental Health Providers (LIMHP)
E) Certified E-therapists

Accepted Answer

Cybercounselors conduct counseling through various digital communication methods such as emails, chat rooms, instant messaging and telephone sessions. While there may be some overlap with other professions listed, cybercounselors are specifically trained in providing mental health services through online platforms.

Question 9

Marriage and family counselors view:
A) the family unit as the client, not just one individual within the family.
B) each member of a family as a client, and thus, meet with each individual member on a weekly basis in addition to working with the entire family unit.
C) the family member who is symptomatic as the client.
D) clients in the same manner as all other mental health practitioners do.
E) all of the above

Accepted Answer

Marriage and family counselors view the family unit as the client, not just one individual within the family. Each member of the family is interconnected and affects each other, so it's important to work with the entire family as a unit.

Question 10

means providing interventions for fully developed disorders so that their effects and symptoms can be managed.
A) Primary prevention
B) Secondary prevention
C) Tertiary treatment
D) Crisis counseling
E) Indirect services

Accepted Answer

Tertiary treatment refers to providing interventions for fully developed disorders so that their effects and symptoms can be managed. Primary prevention is intended to prevent the development of disorders, while secondary prevention typically involves early interventions for individuals who are at risk for developing a disorder. Crisis counseling and indirect services are not related to the management of fully developed disorders.

Question 11

Mental health counselors are trained in psychopathology, diagnosis and treatment planning, addictions, and many other topics critical to providing services to those with psychopathological disorders.

Accepted Answer

Mental health counselors receive education and training in various areas related to psychopathology in order to effectively diagnose and treat clients with mental health disorders.

Question 12

Community and mental health facilities are virtually the same from state to state in how their services are organized.

Accepted Answer

Community and mental health facilities can vary in their services and organizational structure from state to state due to differences in state funding, regulations, and priorities.

Question 13

The American Counseling Association (ACA) was formerly the American Personnel and Guidance Association (APGA).

Accepted Answer

The American Counseling Association (ACA) was originally known as the American Personnel and Guidance Association (APGA) until 1983 when the organization's name was changed to the American Association for Counseling and Development (AACD). In 1992, the name was changed again to the current name, the American Counseling Association (ACA).

Question 14

Community colleges rarely have full-service career centers available to both students and the communities they serve.

Accepted Answer

Many community colleges offer full-service career centers that provide a range of services to both students and the surrounding community, including career counseling, job search assistance, and sometimes even job placement services.

Question 15

Support groups for people suffering from eating disorders or bipolar disorder are not appropriate in college counseling centers.

Accepted Answer

Support groups for people suffering from eating disorders or bipolar disorder can be helpful and appropriate for college counseling centers to offer. They can provide a space for students to connect with others who may be experiencing similar struggles and receive support and guidance from mental health professionals. It is important for counseling centers to offer a range of resources and services to meet the diverse needs of their student population.

Question 16

At the post-secondary level, professional counselors work in universities, four-year colleges, community colleges, and vocational-technical schools.

Accepted Answer

Professional counselors work in post-secondary institutions such as universities, four-year colleges, community colleges, and vocational-technical schools to provide counseling services to students.

Question 17

The American School Counselor Association's (ASCA) National Model and National Standards and the Education Trust's Transforming School Counseling Initiative have influenced school counselors to shift their focus from traditional functions to comprehensive developmental school counseling programs that target systemic change.

Accepted Answer

The statement is true. The ASCA National Model and National Standards and the Education Trust's Transforming School Counseling Initiative have emphasized the need for school counselors to move away from traditional functions and towards comprehensive developmental programs that aim for systemic change.

Question 18

Elementary school counselors function to prevent more serious problems by intervening for such issues as peer relationships, diversity, learning difficulties, divorce, and abuse.

Accepted Answer

Elementary school counselors do function to prevent more serious problems by intervening for such issues as peer relationships, diversity, learning difficulties, divorce, and abuse.

Question 19

Mental health counselors work almost exclusively in psychiatric hospitals.

Accepted Answer

Mental health counselors can work in a variety of settings, including psychiatric hospitals, but also in outpatient clinics, private practices, schools, and community mental health centers.

Question 20

The nature of therapy may be dictated by managed care personnel rather than by the expertise of the counselor and the needs of the client.

Accepted Answer

Managed care companies often have strict policies and guidelines regarding therapy, which can limit the autonomy of counselors and the individual needs of clients. Counselors may be forced to follow predetermined treatment plans and time limits, rather than tailoring therapy to the unique circumstances and goals of each client.

Quiz 6: Where Answers About Settings and Surroundings

According to the American School Counselor Association, in order to be an effective school counselor one needs sources of information about:

Individual counseling, group counseling, classroom guidance, and psychoeducational activities can all be described as:

Within the context of school counseling, consultation and coordination activities fall into the category of:

Activities found in career centers include:

In each catchment area, the designated community center provides which of the following services?

specialize in helping those with disabilities of all kinds overcome their skill deficits and societal barriers to become as fully functioning as feasible.

Originally, the purpose of Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) was to:

What type of professional conducts counseling through a combination of emails, chat rooms, instant messaging, and telephone sessions?

Marriage and family counselors view:

means providing interventions for fully developed disorders so that their effects and symptoms can be managed.