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Which of the following is NOT a core emphasis of Clinical Psychology as a field?
Which of the following is NOT a core emphasis of Clinical Psychology as a field?
- Emphasis on group therapy approaches. (correct)
- Emphasis on understanding and alleviating maladjustment.
- Emphasis on scientific methodology.
- Emphasis on the individual and their personal development.
A clinical psychologist is most likely to engage in which combination of activities?
A clinical psychologist is most likely to engage in which combination of activities?
- Consultation, psychotherapy, and psychological assessment. (correct)
- Exclusively conducting research and publishing findings.
- Primarily focusing on psychopharmacology and medical interventions.
- Solely administering psychological tests and writing reports.
Which of the following professionals is most likely to prescribe medication as a primary treatment method?
Which of the following professionals is most likely to prescribe medication as a primary treatment method?
- Psychiatrist (correct)
- Clinical Psychologist
- Social Worker
- Counseling Psychologist
What is the primary focus of the scientist-practitioner model in clinical psychology training?
What is the primary focus of the scientist-practitioner model in clinical psychology training?
Before entering a graduate program in clinical psychology, what type of educational background is generally considered the MOST beneficial?
Before entering a graduate program in clinical psychology, what type of educational background is generally considered the MOST beneficial?
During graduate training in clinical psychology, when do students typically begin their practicum training with real clients?
During graduate training in clinical psychology, when do students typically begin their practicum training with real clients?
According to Belar et al. (1993), which psychologist would benefit MOST from a post-doctoral residency?
According to Belar et al. (1993), which psychologist would benefit MOST from a post-doctoral residency?
A clinical psychologist is considering expanding their practice to include a new specialty area. What is the MOST important initial step they should take?
A clinical psychologist is considering expanding their practice to include a new specialty area. What is the MOST important initial step they should take?
In the context of ethical decision-making, what does the teleological approach emphasize?
In the context of ethical decision-making, what does the teleological approach emphasize?
According to the APA Ethics Code, which part is considered aspirational, setting goals for psychologists to strive towards?
According to the APA Ethics Code, which part is considered aspirational, setting goals for psychologists to strive towards?
A psychologist is unsure whether a particular course of action is ethically sound. According to Koocher & Keith-Spiegal (1998), what could be a contributing factor to ethically questionable behavior?
A psychologist is unsure whether a particular course of action is ethically sound. According to Koocher & Keith-Spiegal (1998), what could be a contributing factor to ethically questionable behavior?
Which of the following scenarios represents a violation of the ethical principle of 'Beneficence and Non-Maleficence'?
Which of the following scenarios represents a violation of the ethical principle of 'Beneficence and Non-Maleficence'?
A clinical psychologist working in private practice discovers that they lack sufficient expertise to treat a client with a rare psychological disorder. What is the MOST ethically appropriate course of action?
A clinical psychologist working in private practice discovers that they lack sufficient expertise to treat a client with a rare psychological disorder. What is the MOST ethically appropriate course of action?
What distinguishes clinical psychology from other related professions, such as counseling psychology and school psychology?
What distinguishes clinical psychology from other related professions, such as counseling psychology and school psychology?
A graduate student in clinical psychology is offered a summer internship at a prestigious research lab that is not directly related to their primary research interests. However, the internship would provide valuable experience with advanced statistical methods. What factor is MOST important for the student to consider when making a decision about accepting the internship?
A graduate student in clinical psychology is offered a summer internship at a prestigious research lab that is not directly related to their primary research interests. However, the internship would provide valuable experience with advanced statistical methods. What factor is MOST important for the student to consider when making a decision about accepting the internship?
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Clinical Psychology
Clinical Psychology
Integrates science, theory, and practice to understand, predict, and alleviate maladjustment, disability, and discomfort and to promote human adaptation, adjustment, and personal development.
Activities of Clinical Psychologists
Activities of Clinical Psychologists
Includes research, psychotherapy, assessment, consultation, teaching and administration.
Scientist-Practitioner Model
Scientist-Practitioner Model
A training model that integrates scientific research with clinical practice.
Practicum Training
Practicum Training
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Post-Doctoral Training
Post-Doctoral Training
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Responsible Expansion of Competence
Responsible Expansion of Competence
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Ethics
Ethics
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Teleology
Teleology
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APA Ethics Code
APA Ethics Code
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Five General Ethical Principles
Five General Ethical Principles
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Unethical Psychologist Characteristics
Unethical Psychologist Characteristics
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Study Notes
- Clinical Psychology integrates science, theory, and practice.
- The goal is to understand, predict, and alleviate maladjustment, disability, and discomfort.
- Clinical Psychology also aims to promote human adaptation, adjustment, and personal development.
Characteristics of Clinical Psychology
- Emphasis on Science
- Emphasis on Maladjustment
- Emphasis on Individual
- Emphasis on Helping
Activities and Work Settings of Clinical Psychologists
- Research
- Teaching
- Psychotherapy
- Assessment
- Consultation
- Administration
Distinguishing Clinical Psychology from Related Professions
- Psychiatry
- Counseling Psychology
- School Psychology
- Social Work
- Other related professions
Training in Clinical Psychology
- The scientist-practitioner model has been the main approach to training for the past 50 years.
- Training integrates didactic instruction with experiential learning through clinical practice.
- Students learn to evaluate the scientific status of assessment and intervention techniques.
- They also learn to apply these techniques.
Undergraduate Preparation
- Training occurs at the graduate level.
- A bachelor's degree is required for graduate-level training.
- A strong undergraduate education in psychology is the best preparation for specialized training in clinical psychology.
Graduate Training
- Much of the clinical training takes place outside the classroom.
- Practical training typically begins no later than the second year.
- Students work with real clients under the supervision of licensed psychologists.
- Practicum training may occur in a training clinic or in the field.
Post-Doctoral Training
- Post-doctoral training is less regulated than graduate training.
- Post-doctoral residency is appropriate for:
- Psychologists who plan to practice or supervise in a specialty or general practice setting.
- Psychologists who wish to teach professional courses, supervise, or direct a professional psychology program.
- Psychologists preparing for a research career on clinical problems.
Responsible Expansion of Competence
- Psychologists should expand into areas related to their current competencies.
- Develop a plan of study to prepare for the new area of practice.
- Arrange for supervision by more experienced colleagues when starting in a new area.
Ethics and the Development of Clinical Psychologists
- Ethics provide guidance for making moral decisions.
- Ethics helps in deciding what is "right" versus "wrong," "good" versus "bad," or "appropriate" versus "inappropriate."
- Teleology: Actions should be judged by their consequences.
- Deontological Approach: A small set of moral principles are used to judge an action.
Ethical Principles
- The Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct (APA, 2002) consists of:
- Introduction
- Preamble
- General Principles (5)
- Ethical Standards (89)
- Introduction discusses the intent and scope of the Ethics Code.
- Preamble and General Principles are aspirational.
- The five General Principles are:
- Beneficence and Non-Maleficence
- Fidelity and Responsibility
- Integrity
- Justice
- Respect for People's Rights and Dignity
Characteristics of Psychologists with Ethical Issues
- Some are ignorant of, or misinformed about, the ethical standards.
- Some practice outside their areas of competence.
- Some are insensitive to the feelings and needs of others.
- Some are exploitative.
- Some behave irresponsibly.
- Some unethical behavior appears to be motivated by vengeance.
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Explore clinical psychology's integration of science, theory, and practice. Understand its goals of understanding, predicting, and alleviating maladjustment, disability, and discomfort. Learn about the characteristics, activities, work settings, and training involved in clinical psychology.
