Psychology: Neuropsychological Assessment Methods
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When selecting a course of treatment, who should be the primary decision makers?

  • Significant others in the client's life (correct)
  • Only the psychologist
  • A committee of mental health professionals
  • The client themselves

    • What type of assessment is Dr. Karen likely using?

  • Cognitive assessment
  • Neuropsychological assessment (correct)
  • Neurological assessment
  • Motor performance assessment

    • What type of interviews would Dr. Pilapil most likely use in her research?

  • Open-ended interviews with occasional guidance
  • Self-monitoring interviews
  • Time-limited interviews with standardized questions
  • Standardized structured interviews (correct)

    • What type of information is gathered from observing a client's appearance and behavior?

    <p>Clinical observation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the checklist given to the client by the behaviorally oriented clinician?

    <p>To monitor the client's progress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What approach is the clinician using with the client's daily checklist?

    <p>Behavioral approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common characteristic among Ryan, Marc, and Chris?

    <p>They have a history of petty crimes or substance abuse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a sociocultural explanation for the higher incidence of anxiety disorders in women?

    <p>Historically, women have had to stay and care for young</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most likely diagnosis of Mrs. Pilapil's disorder?

    <p>Agoraphobia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the experience that Mrs. Pilapil is talking about?

    <p>A panic attack</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum number of symptoms required to qualify as a full-blown panic attack?

    <p>At least four of thirteen physical symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common characteristic of Ryan, Chris, and Mrs. Pilapil's experiences?

    <p>All are experiencing fear or anxiety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of personality disorder is Cecile most likely to have?

    <p>Histrionic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do individuals with narcissistic personality disorder tend to become depressed at times?

    <p>They seldom live up to their unrealistic expectations of themselves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of personality disorder is characterized by excessive feelings of social inadequacy, sensitivity to criticism, and a need for reassurance?

    <p>Avoidant personality disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in studying a particular disorder?

    <p>Determining the criteria for identifying people who have the disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is understanding the causes of mental disorders important?

    <p>Effective treatment is not possible without such an understanding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which two personality disorders are likely to be characterized by excessive feelings of social inadequacy, sensitivity to criticism, and a need for reassurance?

    <p>Avoidant and dependent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between auditory hallucinations and the brain's expressive speech area?

    <p>The hallucinations are related to disorganized speech in schizophrenia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between anxiety and depression?

    <p>They co-occur frequently.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common age group for generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?

    <p>Adults in early adulthood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean if low self-esteem is a diathesis for developing depression later in life?

    <p>People with low self-esteem have a predisposition for developing depression.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the brain's expressive speech area and disorganized speech in schizophrenia?

    <p>Auditory hallucinations are related to disorganized speech.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common characteristic of individuals with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?

    <p>They are more likely to experience anxiety.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What would be most distressing to a child with autism?

    <p>A familiar environment that is altered</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been hypothesized to be a cause of autism?

    <p>An asymmetry in brain development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Ryan's most likely diagnosis?

    <p>Mild intellectual disability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mental disorder is most commonly comorbid with alcoholism?

    <p>Depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are panic disorders often misdiagnosed?

    <p>The symptoms are often somatic and treated by physicians for medical problems.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Angelina's experience of hearing new melodies in her head NOT an example of an obsession?

    <p>It is a pleasant and enjoyable experience.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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