Question 1

Which of the following best describes a 'contact offense' in the classification of sexual offenders?

Accepted Answer

Committing physical sexual acts with another person

Question 2

A psychologist is designing a prevention program for sexual offending that focuses on education and social awareness campaigns before any offense occurs. Which level of prevention is this?

Accepted Answer

Primary prevention

Question 3

Which of the following is a key risk factor for young offenders according to the study materials?

Accepted Answer

Impulsivity and poor emotion regulation

Question 4

A child witness is being interviewed using the Step-Wise Interview protocol. Which step involves letting the child tell their story without interruption?

Accepted Answer

Free narrative

Question 5

Which act emphasized rights and accountability for young offenders in Canada between 1984 and 2003?

Accepted Answer

Young Offenders Act (YOA)

Question 6

A probation officer is preparing a Pre-Sentence Report (PSR). What is a primary purpose of this report?

Accepted Answer

To recommend sentencing based on offender's background and risk factors

Question 7

Which of the following is a protective factor for young offenders?

Accepted Answer

Empathy and self-control

Question 8

In the context of Rape Trauma Syndrome (RTS), which symptom is most likely to occur in the acute phase?

Accepted Answer

Shock, fear, and emotional volatility

Question 9

Which of the following best describes 'externalizing problems' in young offenders?

Accepted Answer

Aggression, delinquency, rule-breaking

Question 10

A psychologist is evaluating the credibility of a child witness's account. Which checklist considers contextual and psychological factors affecting reliability?

Accepted Answer

Validity Checklist

Question 11

Which treatment approach for sexual offenders focuses on changing thought patterns and behaviors?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)

Question 12

A young offender begins showing antisocial behavior early in life and continues with persistent problems. According to the study materials, this trajectory is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Child-onset

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a recommended interview aid for child witnesses according to the Step-Wise Interview protocol?

Accepted Answer

Suggestive questions

Question 14

A probation officer is tasked with monitoring individuals released on bail and reducing pre-trial detention. Which role does this best describe?

Accepted Answer

Probation officer

Question 15

Which prevention level for young offenders focuses on early identification and intervention with at-risk individuals?

Accepted Answer

Secondary intervention

Question 16

A psychologist is assessing a young offender's ability to understand and voluntarily participate in treatment. What concept is being evaluated?

Accepted Answer

Consent

Question 17

Which of the following is a common misconception about parole?

Accepted Answer

Parole is the same as probation and does not involve prison time

Question 18

A forensic psychologist is asked to provide expert testimony in court regarding a sexual offender's risk of reoffending. Which prevention level does this activity most closely relate to?

Accepted Answer

Tertiary prevention

Question 19

Which of the following is a stigma-related barrier that can impact sexual offenders' engagement in treatment?

Accepted Answer

High social stigma and media attention

Question 20

A school counselor is working with a young offender who has a history of failure in school and deviant peers. According to the study materials, which type of factors are these?

Accepted Answer

Risk factors

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