Question 1

Cognitive-behavior therapy attempts to produce change by

Accepted Answer

Cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT) is a problem-focused, action-oriented therapy that aims to change maladaptive patterns of thinking and behavior by teaching clients to identify and replace negative and self-defeating thoughts with more realistic and adaptive ones. CBT helps clients to develop coping strategies and skills to manage symptoms and improve functioning. Bringing the unconscious to consciousness (A) is more characteristic of psychodynamic therapy, while developing self-awareness and self-acceptance (C) is a goal of humanistic and existential therapies. Re-experiencing unhealthy relationships (D) is a technique used in some types of psychotherapy, but not necessarily in CBT.

Question 2

Which of the following is the most important determinant of whether or not therapy is successful?

Accepted Answer

While the therapist's approach and therapy techniques can be important, research has consistently shown that the client's active participation and engagement in therapy is the most important determinant of success. The number of therapy sessions also plays a role, but it is secondary to the quality of the client's participation.

Question 3

Max is a psychotherapist who has been asked to comment on which form of psychotherapy is the most effective. He responds by alluding to the Dodo bird hypothesis. What does this tell you about his opinion on the different forms of psychotherapy?

Accepted Answer

The Dodo bird hypothesis suggests that all forms of psychotherapy are roughly equal in their effectiveness. Therefore, by alluding to this hypothesis, Max is indicating that he believes that all therapies have merit.

Question 4

Cindy's therapist uses both the distraction and scaling techniques to help her deal with anxiety. The therapist is utilizing ________ therapy.

Accepted Answer

Cognitive therapy involves techniques like distraction and scaling to help individuals manage and change their thought patterns and behaviors related to anxiety.

Question 5

Your therapist, Dr. Schmitt, tells you that he practices integrative therapy. This means that he

Accepted Answer

Integrative therapy involves using techniques from a variety of therapeutic models, rather than relying on just one approach. This allows the therapist to tailor the treatment to the specific needs of the individual client. While A, C, and D may be aspects of integrative therapy, B is the most defining characteristic.

Question 6

A remarkable finding from research on cognitive-remediation therapy is that this therapy produces changes in the

Accepted Answer

Cognitive-remediation therapy produces changes in the person's brain functioning, as it aims to improve cognitive abilities such as attention, memory, and executive functioning through targeted exercises and strategies.

None of the other options (person's appearance, therapist's perceptions, person's hormone levels) are directly related to cognitive-remediation therapy.

Question 7

Which of the following statements accurately describes well-being therapy?

Accepted Answer

Well-being therapy (WBT) is a positive psychology intervention aimed at promoting well-being and enhancing people's subjective experience of their lives. It emphasizes developing skills to increase positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement. One of the main techniques used in WBT is savoring, which involves noticing and appreciating positive experiences to enhance their impact on well-being. Psychodynamic therapies, on the other hand, focus on exploring unconscious conflicts and childhood experiences that may be affecting current behavior. WBT is typically a short-term therapy, lasting only a few sessions, and it does not require clients to monitor their depression levels.

Question 8

Based on a meta-analysis of the effectiveness of psychotherapy, what percentage of clients report improvement?

Accepted Answer

A meta-analysis of over 400 studies found that clients who received psychotherapy showed improvement in 75% of cases, compared to those who did not receive therapy. This suggests that psychotherapy is overall a highly effective treatment option for many mental health concerns.

Question 9

In family therapy, getting the family to acknowledge that the problem is a family problem and not just the problem of one individual is called

Accepted Answer

Reframing is the process of shifting the family's perspective from an individual problem to a family problem. It involves helping the family see the issue in a new light, where the problem is a result of the family's interactions and dynamics rather than just an individual's behavior or choices. Validating is showing empathy and understanding towards a family member's perspective, structural change involves modifying the family's organization or rules, and detriangulation is the process of breaking up a destructive triad within the family system. While these may all be important in family therapy, they do not specifically address the process of getting the family to acknowledge the problem as a family problem.

Question 10

Dr. Houltin is a therapist who believes that it is important for clients to share information and provide feedback to each other. Dr. Houltin is practicing ________ therapy.

Accepted Answer

Dr. Houltin is practicing group therapy where clients share information and provide feedback to each other. Group therapy involves a therapist working with several clients at the same time.

Question 11

Research on the effectiveness of psychotherapy has found that

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that no one form of psychotherapy works better than any other, but psychotherapy is significantly more effective than a placebo control intervention. Additionally, the likelihood of clinical improvement increases as the number of therapy sessions increases. Therefore, the best choice is D, as all of these statements are true.

Question 12

One aspect of family therapy is the idea that a family member's symptoms are a function of the family relationships. If, for example, a teenage son is the parent's scapegoat, which family therapy technique would be the most appropriate to use?

Accepted Answer

Detriangulation is a technique used in family therapy to address and alter dysfunctional family dynamics, such as when a family member is scapegoated. It involves changing the patterns of interaction that maintain the scapegoating behavior.

Question 13

Which of the following is a feature of group therapy that makes it an attractive treatment format?

Accepted Answer

Altruism refers to the sense of community and support that can develop in a group therapy setting, as members share their experiences and offer support and encouragement to one another. This can be a powerful motivator for participants to remain engaged and committed to the treatment process. Flooding, self-efficacy, and applied behavior analysis are all therapeutic techniques or concepts, but they are not specific to group therapy as a treatment format.

Question 14

In family therapy, it is assumed that the

Accepted Answer

Family therapy operates from the assumption that the problem is not with any one individual member, but instead with the patterns of interaction and communication among the family members. The goal of therapy is to identify and modify dysfunctional patterns of behavior in order to enable the family to function more effectively. Option A and D are incorrect as they blame or exonerate specific individuals and Option B is incorrect as it oversimplifies the problem by pinning it on one individual.

Question 15

Deinstitutionalization involves

Accepted Answer

Deinstitutionalization involves transferring individuals with mental disorders from mental institutions to community-based facilities. This shift was fueled by the belief that individuals with mental illnesses could be adequately treated and supported in community settings, rather than isolated in mental hospitals, leading to better outcomes and fuller integration into society.

Question 16

Carlos is being asked to perform a series of problem solving activities that involve working memory, planning, and flexibility. Carlos is engaging in

Accepted Answer

The activities that Carlos is engaging in involve working memory, planning, and flexibility, which are all related to cognitive functioning. Cognitive-remediation therapy is a type of treatment that is designed to improve cognitive functioning and problem solving skills. Therefore, it is most likely the type of intervention that Carlos is engaging in.

Question 17

A major advantage to group therapy is that clients

Accepted Answer

Group therapy provides ample opportunity for clients to interact with others who are going through similar experiences, allowing them to develop social skills and build a support system. This can be particularly beneficial for individuals who struggle with isolation or interpersonal difficulties. The other options are not typically considered advantages of group therapy.

Question 18

Dr. Mitchell is your family therapist. She believes that to adequately understand psychological problems, she must understand the role that you play in the family system. Which of these statements supports that underlying belief?

Accepted Answer

This statement reflects the belief that individual psychological problems are often rooted in family dynamics and interactions. Understanding the role each family member plays is crucial to addressing and resolving the issues. The other statements do not reflect this same belief and are therefore incorrect.

Question 19

Which statement best reflects the impact that psychotherapy for depression may have on heart disease?

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that depression and heart disease are correlated, and treating depression can ultimately reduce the risk of heart disease. While psychological disorders may not directly cause physical disorders, they can contribute to the development and progression of certain illnesses. Therefore, psychotherapy can have an indirect impact on heart disease by addressing underlying mental health concerns. Option B presents a misleading statement since psychotherapy can help manage depression but may not necessarily cure heart disease. Option D is also incorrect as psychotherapy can be an effective treatment option for depression even when heart disease is present.

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT one of the four most widely used family therapy techniques?

Accepted Answer

The four most widely used family therapy techniques are validation, structural change, detriangulation, and reframing. Flooding is not one of the four most widely used family therapy techniques.

Quiz 16: Therapies