Psych 3301 Exam

A major sociocultural event that amplified the need for psychological testing, particularly intelligence testing, in the United States was

The assumption that psychopathology is caused by malfunctions in biological system is the foundation of the ________ model.

A major development in 1946 that supported clinical psychology as an applied field that offered psychotherapy was...

“Evidence-Based Practices” are

A major emphasis of the psychometric tradition in clinical psychology is its attempt to measure

Which of the following is NOT a reason that most clinical psychology programs emphasize statistics and research courses and activities?

All of the following are major differences between clinical and counseling psychologists except:

When did clinical psychology emerge as a distinct discipline?

For a clinical psychologist who is conducting an assessment of a client, what is the most important factor in the selection of the assessment instruments to be used?

Among the most important changes in the DSM-5 was

*The extent to which the results of an assessment tool are similar to those produced by other assessment methods that are designed to examine the same quality is called ________ validity, which is a form of construct validity.

Research has consistently found that clinical psychologists have inferential abilities, or “clinical intuition” skills, that are markedly stronger than the average individual. This explains why some people are drawn to the field.

The breadth of the information covered by an assessment device is referred to as its ________; the depth of that information is called the instrument’s________.

Which of the following is the most accurate statement about clinical assessment?

Clinical assessment has the lone goal of helping a clinician arrive at a diagnosis of a psychological disorder.

When statistical analyses indicate that an assessment instrument measures the construct it is supposed to measure, we say that it is

Approximately how many diagnoses are contained in the DSM-5?

Which of the following contribute to lack of clarity in assessment reports?

The WAIS is the most popular adult intelligence test in the United States.

Which of the following is the most accurate statement about the sequential system approach to psychological test construction?

*Most clinicians believe that nonverbal behaviors that conflict with a client’s stated answers indicate hidden, symbolic messages that are being expressed in an unconscious manner.

Antonia has been having more tension headaches lately, and her therapist suspects that it may be related to the anxiety caused by increasing stressors in Antonia’s life. He asks Antonia to keep a record of how often she has the headaches, when they start, how intense they are, how long they last, and what she does to deal with them. This is a procedure called ________.

The extent to which tests can be used to specify treatment approaches or measure treatment outcomes is referred to as

Dr. Williamson develops a new intelligence test for adolescent girls. She recruits a group of 1,000 adolescent girls, administers the test to them, and then establishes scoring norms based on their combined responses. This group of girls comprises a(n) ________.

The questionable validity and reliability of the ________ has led the Division of Clinical Psychology of the American Psychological Association to remove this assessment tool from its recommended model assessment curriculum.

Dr. Spiegelman has been working with his psychotherapy client, Pam, for several months, and now they agree that it is time to end the treatment. During the last session he conducts a(n) ________ interview, during which he helps Pam review the progress she’s made, reminds her of the skills she’s learned, provides resources for follow-up needs, and ties up other loose ends.

In the simplest terms, an interview is

While being observed, clients’ behavior may be affected by their perceptions of what is expected of them in the observation situation. These social cues are called

There is clear research evidence that undergoing their own personal therapy enhances a clinician’s effectiveness.

Which client variable is most strongly related to treatment outcome?

Which of the following is true about treatment utilization in the United States?

According to the text, the “third participant” in a psychotherapeutic endeavor is the relationship that develops between the therapist and the client.

Dr. Zimet typically charges $125 for a 55-minute therapy session. A new client, Bernard, informs Dr. Zimet that he has no insurance and cannot pay that amount. Dr. Zimet agrees to accept $65 for the sessions instead if Bernard is willing to have sessions during less in-demand office hours. Which statement about this situation is the most accurate?

The treatment planning model in which therapists treat all clients using methods consistent with their theoretical orientation to therapy is called the ________ approach.

It is important for clients to experience some small successes early in the treatment process because

Which of the following is an example of a clinician’s competency-related difficulty?

The basic components of psychotherapy described in the textbook include all but which of the following?

Therapist self-disclosure...

Which of the following is not a therapist variable associated with positive therapy outcomes?

Box score reviews have been described as the “gold standard” for evaluating the effectiveness of individual psychotherapy.

Research on couples therapy indicates that most couples

*Research studies that use meta-analyses to examine psychotherapy outcomes generally indicate that

Strong group cohesion and therapeutic alliances enhance the benefits of group therapy.

Charna is reviewing a series of studies on a new treatment approach that she wants to use. The articles find that in addition to working in controlled studies, they are also useful in clinical practice. This second point indicates that the treatment has high ________.

Evidence-based practices are best described as

Dr. Who is planning to apply for federal funding from the National Institutes of Mental Health for a study comparing two distinct forms of therapy that he encountered during his travels. He will most likely be funded if his research includes...

Jordan, a 20-year-old undergraduate student, recently switched majors from engineering to fine arts. Although Jordan feels excited and energized in studio classes, they experience recurring anxiety before calling their parents, who strongly value financial stability and prestige. Jordan often thinks, “Maybe I’m being selfish,” yet also feels a deep sense of relief and authenticity when painting. Lately, Jordan has been having vivid dreams about being trapped in a small, windowless room.

Jordan’s thought, “Maybe I’m being selfish,” may reflect:

Maria is a university student studying in the library when she finds a copy of the midterm exam left unattended on a table. She immediately feels a surge of excitement and thinks, “I could look at this and guarantee an A.” At the same time, she feels guilty and hears an inner voice saying, “That would be dishonest and wrong.” After a few moments of tension, she decides to turn the exam in to her professor without looking at it.

Maria’s final decision to turn in the exam without looking at it reflects the role of the:

Amari recently earned a B on her chemistry test, and is now telling her therapist, “I know I’m going to fail this class, and I need this class in order to get into graduate school!” Amari is demonstrating

Jordan, a 20-year-old undergraduate student, recently switched majors from engineering to fine arts. Although Jordan feels excited and energized in studio classes, they experience recurring anxiety before calling their parents, who strongly value financial stability and prestige. Jordan often thinks, “Maybe I’m being selfish,” yet also feels a deep sense of relief and authenticity when painting. Lately, Jordan has been having vivid dreams about being trapped in a small, windowless room.

From a psychodynamic perspective, Jordan’s anxiety about calling their parents is most likely understood as:

Sara often engages in minimization, avoids conflict, and is unable to recall feelings of sadness. If you were a psychoanalyst what defense mechanisms would you say are at play here?

The intelligence test most commonly used with children is the ___________

A professional who provides assessment and treatment service for older adults is called a(n) ________.

What is the most accurate response to those who think that old age necessarily brings cognitive decline and symptoms of dementia?

In addition to conducting research on treatment of children’s psychological disorders, clinical child psychologists are also involved in efforts to prevent such disorders from developing in the first place.

The ________is severed in “split-brain” patients to control severe epilepsy.

A person may experience visual agnosia when there is damage to the

In most right-handed people, the left hemisphere is specialized for

Anything that increases the likelihood of a person developing an illness or disorder is called a ____ factor.

The _________ model describes varying patient attitudes that affect treatment compliance or adherence.

The concept of coping is

Research evidence about the timing of cognitive development plays a role in decisions about

When testifying as expert witnesses in criminal trials, psychologists are not permitted to