Final Exam CH15 Female Sexuality, Depression, and Substance Abuse

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to Lesson

Podcast

Listen to an AI-generated conversation about this lesson
Download our mobile app to listen on the go
Get App

Questions and Answers

Which of the following psychological vulnerabilities, when combined with negative life events, is best explained by the ABC Model of Depression to explain higher rates of depression in women?

  • Affective vulnerabilities (correct)
  • Developmental vulnerabilities
  • Behavioral vulnerabilities
  • Social vulnerabilities

A therapist consistently attributes a female patient's anxiety to unresolved childhood conflicts with her mother, while overlooking potential workplace stressors. This scenario best illustrates:

  • Effective use of transference in therapy.
  • Bias in diagnosis. (correct)
  • Implementation of assertiveness training.
  • Appropriate application of psychodynamic principles.

Which of the following is a core component of feminist therapy that differentiates it from more traditional approaches?

  • Cognitive restructuring to change negative thought patterns
  • Emphasis on challenging societal power structures and gender roles (correct)
  • Focus on unconscious drives and early childhood experiences
  • Aversion therapy to eliminate maladaptive behaviors

According to Stice's Dual-pathway Model of Bulimic pathology, which two factors mediate the relationship between sociocultural pressures and bulimic symptoms?

<p>Dieting and negative affect (D)</p>
Signup and view all the answers

A client is seeking guidance on how to express her needs and boundaries more effectively in personal and professional relationships. Which therapeutic technique would be most appropriate?

<p>Assertiveness training (A)</p>
Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following biological factors has been implicated in gender differences in depression rates?

<p>Variations in the 5-HTTLPR gene (D)</p>
Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary concern regarding the application of traditional psychoanalysis to women's mental health?

<p>Its historical development included sexist and patriarchal views. (A)</p>
Signup and view all the answers

A transgender client reports experiencing microaggressions and discrimination. What is the MOST appropriate initial step for a mental health professional?

<p>Providing a supportive and affirming environment. (A)</p>
Signup and view all the answers

What cognitive vulnerability is characterized by persistent and repetitive focus on negative emotions and problems, potentially exacerbating depressive symptoms?

<p>Rumination (B)</p>
Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following BEST illustrates the concept of 'objectified body consciousness'?

<p>An individual internalizes societal standards of beauty and constantly monitors their appearance. (C)</p>
Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant ethical concern related to therapist-client relationships that disproportionately affects female clients?

<p>Sexual misconduct by therapists (A)</p>
Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following exemplifies a potential bias in the treatment of women in mental healthcare?

<p>Attributing a woman's career ambition to 'masculine' traits. (A)</p>
Signup and view all the answers

How does systematic desensitization primarily work to alleviate anxiety?

<p>By gradually exposing individuals to feared stimuli while promoting relaxation. (B)</p>
Signup and view all the answers

What is a key distinction between anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa?

<p>Individuals with anorexia typically have significantly lower body weight than those with bulimia. (C)</p>
Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a typical component of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?

<p>Exploring early childhood experiences and unconscious conflicts. (C)</p>
Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a significant risk factor specifically associated with alcohol and drug abuse in women?

<p>History of trauma and abuse (C)</p>
Signup and view all the answers

What is the central premise of Learned Helplessness Theory in relation to depression?

<p>Depression develops when individuals believe they have no control over negative life events. (B)</p>
Signup and view all the answers

What is the MOST appropriate initial step for a mental health professional when working with a transgender client?

<p>Providing a supportive and affirming environment. (C)</p>
Signup and view all the answers

A woman is prescribed medication by her psychiatrist. She notices that the dosage is significantly higher than what is typically prescribed for men with similar symptoms. This scenario could illustrate:

<p>A bias in treatment related to gender stereotypes. (C)</p>
Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common preventative measure advised by mental health professionals for eating disorders?

<p>Promoting media literacy and body positivity. (D)</p>
Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Depression

A mood disorder causing a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest. Women experience depression at higher rates than men.

ABC Model of Depression Components

Biological (genes, hormones), affective (intense emotions), cognitive (negative thoughts), negative life events (stressors), plus rumination and learned helplessness.

Risk Factors for Substance Abuse

Increased impulsivity, social pressure, attempts to self-medicate. Men are more likely to abuse alcohol, women are more likely to abuse drugs.

Bulimia vs. Anorexia

Bulimia involves binge eating followed by purging behaviors; anorexia involves restricting food intake, leading to significantly low body weight.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Eating Disorder Risk Factors & Prevention

Low self-esteem, body image issues, societal pressures. Treatments include therapy and nutritional counseling. Prevention involves promoting body positivity.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Dual-Pathway Model of Bulimia

Idealization of thinness leads to dieting, which promotes negative affect which, in turn, leads to the cycle of binging and purging.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Biases in Psychotherapy

Misinterpreting behaviors based on gender, providing different treatments based on gender, therapist-patient sexual misconduct.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Traditional Therapies for Women

Traditional methods often pathologized women's experiences or reinforced gender stereotypes. Psychoanalysis (long term and focus on subconscious), Behavioral (change behaviors), CBT (change thinking and behavior).

Signup and view all the flashcards

New Therapies for Women

Empower women, address social inequalities, and promote self-acceptance. Assertiveness training helps women express their needs and boundaries.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Mental Health Issues for Transgender People

Discrimination, lack of understanding, and the need for specialized care regarding gender identity and transition-related issues.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Study Notes

  • This chapter explores the female anatomy, female maturation and the sexual response cycle, gender differences in sexuality, and female sexual disorders.

Depression

  • Depression is defined, and gender differences in its presentation are explored in this chapter.

ABC Model of Depression

  • The ABC Model of Depression explains higher rates of depression in women.
  • It details the interaction of components to predict depression.
  • Biological vulnerabilities include:
    • 5-HTTLPR gene
    • Hormones
    • Pubertal timing and development
  • Affective vulnerabilities are a component to consider.
  • Cognitive vulnerabilities include:
    • Negative cognitive style
    • Objectified body consciousness
    • Rumination
  • Negative life events contribute to depression.
  • Learned hopelessness theory is examined in relation to depression.
  • The role of rumination is examined.

Alcohol and Drug Abuse

  • Risk factors for alcohol and drug abuse are discussed.
  • Sex differences in substance abuse are noted.
  • Possible explanations for these differences are explored.

Eating Disorders

  • Diagnostic criteria for disordered eating behaviors in bulimic individuals are presented.
  • Diagnostic criteria for disordered eating behaviors in anorexic individuals are presented.
  • Common risk factors for eating disorders are identified.
  • Treatments for eating disorders are reviewed.
  • Preventative measures for eating disorders are discussed.

Stice’s Dual-pathway Model

  • Stice’s (2001) Dual-pathway Model of Bulimic pathology is explained.
  • The mediating effects of dieting and negative affect are discussed.

Biases and Sexism in Psychotherapy

  • Types of biases faced by women seeking psychotherapy are identified.
  • Sexism faced by women seeking psychotherapy are identified.
  • These issues are explored in both historical and contemporary contexts.
  • Research demonstrating biases in mental healthcare is cited.
  • Bias in diagnosis is specifically addressed.
  • Bias in treatment approaches is addressed.
  • Instances of sexual misconduct by therapists are acknowledged.

Traditional Therapies for Women

  • Traditional therapies for the treatment of women are described.
  • Strengths and weaknesses of each therapeutic approach are analyzed.
  • Psychoanalysis
  • Behavior therapy
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Systematic desensitization

New Therapies for Women

  • Modern therapeutic approaches designed for women are described.
  • Feminist therapy
  • Assertiveness training

Mental Health Issues in Transgender Individuals

  • Issues faced by transgender people in need of mental health services are discussed.
  • Challenges are explored in historical and contemporary contexts.

Studying That Suits You

Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

Quiz Team

More Like This

Placer Sexual Femenino y Datos Clave
23 questions
Use Quizgecko on...
Browser
Browser