Question 1

Pete has been struggling with alcohol dependence for several years. His wife, Sarah, is urging him to get help. The best treatment for Pete may be:

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The answer of Pete has been struggling with alcohol dependence...

Question 2

"Emotional disengagement" is characterized by:

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Emotional disengagement is characterized by poor communication and infrequent sexual activity. This occurs when partners become disconnected from each other emotionally and lose interest in sexual activity. Negative communication and conflicted communication are not necessarily indicative of emotional disengagement as there may still be emotional investment in the relationship. Good communication and no sexual activity could also be a healthy choice for some couples who have decided to be celibate or prioritize emotional connection over physical intimacy.

Question 3

"Psychotechnologies" refer to the delivery of psychotherapy by:

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Psychotechnologies refer to the use of technology to deliver psychotherapy, including through Skype, Facebook, mobile phones, and other digital platforms. Therefore, any or all of the above choices can be considered psychotechnologies.

Question 4

"Caring days" are when:

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"Caring days" are when each partner spends a full day doing nice things for the other, with no expectation of anything in return. This is a way for partners to show their care and appreciation for each other. Options A, B, and D are not necessarily specific to "caring days."

Question 5

A common element across therapies, regardless of paradigm, is:

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Maintaining a positive relationship between therapist and client is considered a universal element in therapy, regardless of the specific therapeutic approach or paradigm. A strong therapeutic alliance and positive relationship can increase the client's motivation, engagement, and overall success in therapy. While the other options may be included in specific therapy approaches, they are not universal across all paradigms.

Question 6

Which of the following is not one of the components of Greenberg and Johnson's emotion-focused couples therapy?

Accepted Answer

Understanding how early childhood relationship patterns affect the current relationship is actually one of the key components of Greenberg and Johnson's emotion-focused couples therapy. Therefore, option C is the correct answer as it is the only option that is not a component of this therapy.

Question 7

Couples and family therapy started at the:

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The Mental Research Institute in Palo Alto, California, was a pioneering center for developing and applying systemic approaches to family therapy, significantly contributing to the field's evolution.

Question 8

Andersson and colleagues' (2006) randomized control research on internet-based psychotherapy intervention found__________benefits for treatment of___________.

Accepted Answer

Andersson and colleagues' (2006) study found significant benefits for treatment of social phobia through internet-based psychotherapy intervention. The other options (A, C, D) are not supported by the study.

Question 9

Which of the following therapies best fits the description that marital distress stems from maladaptive and troubled forms of emotions in the context of romantic relations?

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Emotion-focused therapy (EFT) best fits the description that marital distress stems from maladaptive and troubled forms of emotions in the context of romantic relations. EFT is a type of therapy that focuses on regulating and addressing emotions in the context of relationships, particularly romantic relationships. It aims to help couples understand and express their emotions in a more constructive manner, leading to improved relational functioning and satisfaction.

Question 10

Alyssa is nearly finished her clinical training program. She is discussing her training with her clinical supervisor and is expressing concern that the bulk of her training has been from only one theoretical orientation - CBT. The reason behind her concern is that:

Accepted Answer

It is important for clinicians to have exposure to treatments from various theoretical orientations, as research has shown that different interventions may be more effective for different clients and presenting problems. While CBT has some empirical support, it is not inherently superior to other approaches. It is important for clinicians to have a broad understanding of various approaches and be able to tailor treatment to each individual client's needs. Alyssa's concern is valid and suggests she recognizes the importance of being well-rounded as a therapist.

Question 11

A recent survey of doctorate student practitioners revealed the following about the use of psychotherapeutic techniques:

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All options listed are true statements based on the survey results.

Question 12

New directions in "telepsychotherapy" have found that treating patients via videoconference

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that telepsychotherapy can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy in treating patients and can even result in improvements in patients' sense of self-efficacy. While there may be challenges to developing a good working alliance through teleconference meetings, the effectiveness of the treatment has been proven. Cost may be a factor, but it is not stated as a barrier to effectiveness in the question.

Question 13

Saul, in treatment for anger, has found that anger control methods have helped him function at work and in relationships better. However, he has also found that identifying the early manifestations of his anger have helped him feel less anger overall, and the need to control it has diminished. He has accomplished this with the same therapist. This is an illustration of:

Accepted Answer

This scenario describes psychotherapy integration, which involves combining techniques from different therapeutic approaches to provide the best treatment for the individual. Saul has benefited from both anger control methods (likely behavioral or cognitive-behavioral therapy) and identifying the root causes of his anger (likely psychodynamic or humanistic therapy). The fact that he accomplished this with the same therapist suggests this therapist is using an integrated approach.

Question 14

Emotion-focused couples therapy has three phases:

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Emotion-focused couples therapy has three phases: de-escalate maladaptive cycle, change interactional positions, and consolidation. These phases involve working to understand and change negative patterns of interaction, promoting empathy and understanding between partners, and building a new way of relating to each other. The other choices do not accurately reflect the phases of emotion-focused couples therapy.

Question 15

Enid and her husband, Lou, live in a remote area of Alberta. She is concerned about Lou's increasing forgetfulness and confusion. Their family doctor suspects that Lou may be showing signs of Alzheimer's disease, but would like Lou to see a specialist. The closest one is over 300 km away, which is too far for them to travel. What is their best option for having Lou assessed and treated?

Accepted Answer

Enid and Lou can have Lou evaluated via videoconference, which would save them the long journey to see a specialist. This would allow them to receive an initial assessment and treatment recommendations, which they can then follow-up on with their family doctor. This is a convenient option for those living in remote areas who may not have easy access to specialized care.

Question 16

Adding a cognitive component for behavioural couples therapy:

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Question 17

Janessa has been selected to participate in her university's computerized CBT program for her depression. If she is like participants in a recent study evaluating cCBT for university students, she will:

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The recent study evaluating cCBT for university students found that participants who completed the program showed significant reductions in depressive symptoms. Therefore, if Janessa completes the program, she is likely to experience a reduction in her depression.

Question 18

The approach to therapy espoused by Lazarus encourages:

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Lazarus's approach to therapy, known as multimodal therapy, emphasizes the importance of using multiple therapeutic approaches to address a client's problems. This includes addressing the cognitive, emotional, behavioural, and physiological components of a client's difficulties. Therefore, choice A is the best answer. The other answer options do not accurately reflect Lazarus's approach to therapy.

Question 19

Most clinical training programs train students in:

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Question 20

The primary focus of technical eclecticism is:

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The primary focus of technical eclecticism is to establish interventions that work from other therapy orientations, but conceptualize it from a singular paradigm. This means incorporating techniques and interventions from different therapy schools and adapting them to fit within a single theoretical framework. Technical eclecticism does not seek to bind all treatments to a single therapy school, determine interventions that all schools of therapy share, or blend theories into one coherent paradigm.

Quiz 17: Outcomes And Issues In Psychological Intervention