Question 1

Compared to the 1950s, the average inpatient population in public mental hospitals today is

Accepted Answer

The average inpatient population in public mental hospitals today is vastly lower than in the 1950s. This is due to the deinstitutionalization movement, which began in the 1960s and involved moving individuals with mental illness out of large, centralized institutions and into community-based settings. This trend was spurred by a combination of factors, including changes in treatment methods, improved medications, and concerns about the institutionalization of individuals with mental illness. Today, the focus is on providing care in the least restrictive setting possible, and community-based treatment options such as outpatient clinics, group homes, and supportive housing are more common.

Question 2

What percentage of psychiatric inpatient admissions are readmission of former patients?

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that over 66% of psychiatric inpatient admissions are readmission of former patients, indicating the need for better long-term treatment and support in the community to prevent relapse and rehospitalization. Options A, B, and D are incorrect as they either underestimate or overestimate the percentage of readmission.

Question 3

Taken as a whole, the evidence suggests that roughly ____ of the homeless suffer from severe mental illness (schizophrenic and mood disorders), and that another ____ or more are struggling with alcohol and drug problems.

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that approximately one-third of the homeless population suffers from severe mental illness, and another one-third or more are dealing with alcohol and drug problems.

Question 4

The transferring of treatment of mental illness from inpatient institutions to community-based facilities is referred to as

Accepted Answer

Deinstitutionalization refers to the transferring of treatment of mental illness from inpatient institutions to community-based facilities.

Question 5

Taken as a whole, the results from studies investigating mental illness among the homeless indicate that, compared to the non-homeless, homeless persons are

Accepted Answer

Multiple studies have shown that homeless persons are at a higher risk for mental health problems, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, and schizophrenia. The prevalence of these conditions is often much higher than in the general population. Substance abuse and dependency can also be a common co-occurring issue, but overall, homeless individuals are more likely to have mental health problems than non-homeless individuals.

Question 6

Today there are many alternative approaches to treatment, including client-centered therapy, cognitive therapy, behavior therapy, and biomedical therapies. This wide range of alternatives illustrates that

Accepted Answer

The fact that there are multiple alternative approaches to treatment in psychology indicates that psychology is theoretically diverse.

Question 7

Deinstitutionalization means that

Accepted Answer

Deinstitutionalization refers to the movement away from inpatient psychiatric care in large state-run mental institutions and towards community-based treatment options. This involves emphasizing outpatient care and providing treatment in less restrictive environments, such as group homes or community mental health centers. It does not mean that hospitalization for mental illness has become completely obsolete, as there are still situations in which inpatient care may be necessary. Additionally, deinstitutionalization does not necessarily imply that mental hospitals should take increased responsibility for the treatment of all clients, as this may not be feasible or appropriate for individuals with less severe mental health needs.

Question 8

Taken as a whole, the results from studies investigating mental illness among the homeless suggest that

Accepted Answer

Many studies have shown that a significant portion of the homeless population experiences some form of mental health disorder, including depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia. The extent of mental illness varies by location, but it is consistently a pressing issue among the homeless population.

Question 9

Many specific therapies have turned out to be irrelevant or counterproductive when used with different cultural groups. This finding illustrates that

Accepted Answer

The fact that specific therapies can be irrelevant or counterproductive when used with different cultural groups highlights the importance of culture in shaping behavior and psychology. This suggests that our cultural heritage is an essential factor to consider when designing effective therapy interventions.

Question 10

The various approaches to psychotherapy differ in their treatment approach, in part, because they have different opinions concerning the factors that contribute to the development of psychological disorders. This difference of opinion BEST reflects the unifying theme in psychology that

Accepted Answer

The fact that different approaches to psychotherapy have their own unique theories and perspectives on the etiology of psychological disorders speaks to the theoretical diversity that exists within psychology.

Question 11

The policy of transferring the treatment of mental illness from inpatient institutions to community-based facilities that emphasize outpatient care is called

Accepted Answer

Deinstitutionalization refers to the policy of transferring the treatment of mental illness from inpatient institutions to community-based facilities that emphasize outpatient care. While the other options may be related to this policy in some way, they do not accurately describe it.

Question 12

The first U.S. president to address the nation on the subject of mental health was

Accepted Answer

John F. Kennedy was the first U.S. president to address the nation on the subject of mental health, notably through his advocacy for the Community Mental Health Act in 1963.

Question 13

Which of the following was NOT a problem with state mental hospitals in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s?

Accepted Answer

Overstaffing was not a problem with state mental hospitals during the 1950s and 1960s. The hospitals were typically understaffed, and the staff that was present was often undertrained due to low funding and overcrowding.

Question 14

The different approaches to psychotherapy

Accepted Answer

The different approaches to psychotherapy have developed due to tension and competition between competing theories. Each approach has its unique beliefs, techniques, and methods for treating psychological disorders. While some overlap exists, there are distinct differences between the various approaches. Therefore, it is essential to choose a therapy that aligns with the individual's needs, preferences, and expectations.

Question 15

Which of the following statements is MOST accurate?

Accepted Answer

While deinstitutionalization has benefited many people, there have been some unintended consequences such as increased homelessness and inadequate community mental health care services. Therefore, option A is the most accurate statement.

Question 16

With regard to a therapist's sex,

Accepted Answer

The choice of therapist sex is a personal preference and clients should feel free to choose a therapist of either sex based on their own comfort level and needs. Studies have shown that there is no significant difference in outcomes between male and female therapists, and clients of all genders can benefit from therapy regardless of their therapist's sex. Therefore, option C is the best choice.

Question 17

With regard to sexual exploitation of a client, the studies indicate all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

Studies actually show that sexual exploitation incidents can involve therapists of any gender and clients of any gender, so A and B are not accurate. While it is true that only a small percentage of therapists engage in sexual exploitation of their clients, this is not considered an acceptable or ethical behavior. Finally, the impact of these sexual liaisons is often quite harmful to the client, both emotionally and psychologically.

Question 18

Which U.S. president is credited with initiating the community health movement?

Accepted Answer

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Question 19

Which of the following is least accurate concerning trends in mental hospitals in this country?

Accepted Answer

The length of stay in mental hospitals has actually decreased since the 1950s, as a result of deinstitutionalization and the shift towards community-based care.

Question 20

Which of the following has NOT been an outcome of deinstitutionalization?

Accepted Answer

Deinstitutionalization has led to a decrease in the average inpatient population in state and county mental hospitals, an increase in outpatient care for psychological disorders, and an increase in the number of mentally ill patients in local general hospitals. However, it has not led to an increase in the average length of stay in state and county mental hospitals.

Quiz 30: Treatment of Psychological Disorders Part 2

Compared to the 1950s, the average inpatient population in public mental hospitals today is

What percentage of psychiatric inpatient admissions are readmission of former patients?

Taken as a whole, the evidence suggests that roughly of the homeless suffer from severe mental illness (schizophrenic and mood disorders) , and that another or more are struggling with alcohol and drug problems.

The transferring of treatment of mental illness from inpatient institutions to community-based facilities is referred to as

Taken as a whole, the results from studies investigating mental illness among the homeless indicate that, compared to the non-homeless, homeless persons are

Today there are many alternative approaches to treatment, including client-centered therapy, cognitive therapy, behavior therapy, and biomedical therapies. This wide range of alternatives illustrates that

Deinstitutionalization means that

Taken as a whole, the results from studies investigating mental illness among the homeless suggest that

Many specific therapies have turned out to be irrelevant or counterproductive when used with different cultural groups. This finding illustrates that

The various approaches to psychotherapy differ in their treatment approach, in part, because they have different opinions concerning the factors that contribute to the development of psychological disorders. This difference of opinion BEST reflects the unifying theme in psychology that

The policy of transferring the treatment of mental illness from inpatient institutions to community-based facilities that emphasize outpatient care is called

The first U.S. president to address the nation on the subject of mental health was

Which of the following was NOT a problem with state mental hospitals in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s?

The different approaches to psychotherapy

Which of the following statements is MOST accurate?

With regard to a therapist's sex,

With regard to sexual exploitation of a client, the studies indicate all of the following EXCEPT

Which U.S. president is credited with initiating the community health movement?

Which of the following is least accurate concerning trends in mental hospitals in this country?

Which of the following has NOT been an outcome of deinstitutionalization?

Quiz 30: Treatment of Psychological Disorders Part 2

Compared to the 1950s, the average inpatient population in public mental hospitals today is

What percentage of psychiatric inpatient admissions are readmission of former patients?

Taken as a whole, the evidence suggests that roughly ____ of the homeless suffer from severe mental illness (schizophrenic and mood disorders) , and that another ____ or more are struggling with alcohol and drug problems.

The transferring of treatment of mental illness from inpatient institutions to community-based facilities is referred to as

Taken as a whole, the results from studies investigating mental illness among the homeless indicate that, compared to the non-homeless, homeless persons are

Today there are many alternative approaches to treatment, including client-centered therapy, cognitive therapy, behavior therapy, and biomedical therapies. This wide range of alternatives illustrates that

Deinstitutionalization means that

Taken as a whole, the results from studies investigating mental illness among the homeless suggest that

Many specific therapies have turned out to be irrelevant or counterproductive when used with different cultural groups. This finding illustrates that

The various approaches to psychotherapy differ in their treatment approach, in part, because they have different opinions concerning the factors that contribute to the development of psychological disorders. This difference of opinion BEST reflects the unifying theme in psychology that

The policy of transferring the treatment of mental illness from inpatient institutions to community-based facilities that emphasize outpatient care is called

The first U.S. president to address the nation on the subject of mental health was

Which of the following was NOT a problem with state mental hospitals in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s?

The different approaches to psychotherapy

Which of the following statements is MOST accurate?

With regard to a therapist's sex,

With regard to sexual exploitation of a client, the studies indicate all of the following EXCEPT

Which U.S. president is credited with initiating the community health movement?

Which of the following is least accurate concerning trends in mental hospitals in this country?

Which of the following has NOT been an outcome of deinstitutionalization?

Taken as a whole, the evidence suggests that roughly of the homeless suffer from severe mental illness (schizophrenic and mood disorders) , and that another or more are struggling with alcohol and drug problems.