Abnormal Psychology – MCQs

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1.Which approach is a psychodynamic therapist most likely to take during treatment?

2.Counterconditioning methods are based on foundational concepts originally introduced by which psychologist?

3.Which method is often criticized for treating individuals like puppets controlled by therapists, thereby undermining personal autonomy?

4.You schedule a session with a therapist, and while waiting, you observe that many of the books on their shelves focus on Aaron Beck’s theories. Based on this, what approach is the therapist most likely to use?

5.Following several months of psychoanalytic therapy, Andy starts experiencing strong emotions toward his therapist, despite the therapist maintaining a consistently caring and supportive demeanor. What is the most likely explanation for Andy’s intense feelings?

6.Concealing details or withholding information from your therapist typically indicates which of the following?

7.Alex has been experiencing severe feelings of despair and depression, and he has recently contemplated suicide. Which medication is most appropriate to help him in this situation?

8.Mr. Gotanda thought that just one initial therapy session, where he detailed his many symptoms to the therapist, was a form of treatment for his distress. The fact that he experienced immediate symptom relief after this session most clearly demonstrates:

9.Gil has been diagnosed with a mental health condition, and his physician has recommended an antipsychotic medication to help alleviate his symptoms. Which disorder is the doctor most likely addressing with this treatment?

10.Which method is based on traditional psychological theories?

11.Kammy is guided by her therapist to recall a traumatic experience involving her mother while the therapist moves a finger back and forth in front of her eyes to induce eye movements. What therapeutic method is the therapist employing?

12.In a couples therapy session, the counselor advises Mr. and Mrs. Gallo to first paraphrase what their partner has said before responding with their own thoughts. Which therapeutic approach is this technique most commonly linked to?

13.Which therapy approach is recognized as the most non-directive among the following?

14.Jenna feels nervous about addressing a large crowd. Her therapist advises her to use positive self-statements before speaking, such as, "Stay confident, Jenna. You understand your subject well and it’s truly engaging!" This method for managing Jenna’s anxiety best demonstrates which technique?

15.Which type of therapy is best suited to assist individuals with depression in learning skills to manage conflicts with their social circle?

16.Behavioral therapy methods are especially successful in managing which of the following conditions?

17.Which condition is commonly treated using a chest implant that periodically activates the vagus nerve?

18.Which condition is commonly treated with lithium medication?

19.Klaun, a graduate student in psychology, aims to evaluate the effectiveness of electroconvulsive therapy for schizophrenia by synthesizing data from multiple published studies. Which method should Klaun employ to achieve this?

20.How do behavior therapists explain the nature of pathological behaviors?