$\text{Systematic Desensitization} = \text{Fear Hierarchy} + \text{Relaxation Techniques} + \text{Gradual Exposure}$

$\text{Cognitive Therapy Goal} = \text{Reduce Negative Thinking Patterns} \rightarrow \text{Healthier Emotions/Behaviors}$

Question 1

Which of the following best describes the main focus of behavior therapy?

Accepted Answer

Changing maladaptive behaviors through conditioning

Question 2

A therapist uses reinforcement and punishment to help a client stop smoking. Which therapy approach is being used?

Accepted Answer

Behavior Therapy

Question 3

Carl Rogers' client-centered therapy is based on which core principle?

Accepted Answer

Unconditional Positive Regard

Question 4

Which technique is most closely associated with psychodynamic therapy?

Accepted Answer

Free Association

Question 5

Systematic desensitization is primarily used to treat which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Phobias and anxiety

Question 6

Which step is NOT part of systematic desensitization?

Accepted Answer

Encourage free association

Question 7

A client is taught to challenge and restructure their negative thinking patterns. Which therapy is this?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive Therapy

Question 8

Which drug type is most commonly prescribed to treat ADHD?

Accepted Answer

Stimulants

Question 9

A patient with bipolar disorder is prescribed lithium. Which side effect should the provider monitor for?

Accepted Answer

Kidney issues

Question 10

Which biological intervention is typically used when other treatments for severe depression have failed?

Accepted Answer

Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)

Question 11

Which provider is most likely to prescribe medication for mental health conditions?

Accepted Answer

Psychiatrist

Question 12

A patient taking SSRIs for depression reports weight gain and sexual dysfunction. These are examples of:

Accepted Answer

Common side effects

Question 13

Which of the following is a goal of humanistic therapy?

Accepted Answer

Foster self-growth, authenticity, and self-acceptance

Question 14

A therapist encourages a patient to say whatever comes to mind without censorship. This technique is called:

Accepted Answer

Free Association

Question 15

Which of the following equations best represents the process of systematic desensitization?

Accepted Answer

$	ext{Systematic Desensitization} = 	ext{Fear Hierarchy} + 	ext{Relaxation Techniques} + 	ext{Gradual Exposure}$

Question 16

Which therapy approach is most likely to use modeling as a technique?

Accepted Answer

Behavior Therapy

Question 17

A child with ADHD is prescribed Ritalin. Which drug class does Ritalin belong to?

Accepted Answer

Stimulants

Question 18

Which provider is trained in assessment, therapy, and research, but does NOT prescribe medication?

Accepted Answer

Clinical Psychologist

Question 19

A patient with schizophrenia is prescribed atypical antipsychotics. Which side effect should be monitored?

Accepted Answer

Weight gain and dyskinesia

Question 20

Which equation best represents the goal of cognitive therapy?

Accepted Answer

$	ext{Cognitive Therapy Goal} = 	ext{Reduce Negative Thinking Patterns} ightarrow 	ext{Healthier Emotions/Behaviors}$

Structured Study Notes: Major Approaches to Psychological Therapy and Biological Treatments

Study Guide - Practice Questions