Abnormal Psychology Questions

The validity of hypnosis as a treatment for psychiatric disorders is most directly threatened by

Which of the following techniques will a person-centered therapist most likely use?

Which therapeutic technique has its origins in the humanistic perspective?

One day, during a therapy session, the client suddenly began acting angrily toward the therapist with no provocation. A psychodynamically oriented therapist would describe this behavior as which of the following?

Belinda exhibits diminished pleasure in her daily activities, significant weight loss, insomnia, fatigue, and feelings of excessive guilt. Belinda's problems are most consistent with which of the following disorders?

Bipolar disorders are most effectively treated with a combination of tricyclic antidepressants and

Dalton developed a phobia of dogs after watching his older cousin act fearfully when he interacted with dogs in their neighborhood. Which of the following best explains why Dalton developed his phobia of dogs?

Frank witnessed a burglary, and he felt very upset. Shortly after the event, Frank lost his ability to see. Doctors were unable to find a biological reason for his blindness. Which of the following is Frank most likely experiencing?

Dr. Zoey believes that major depressive disorder is caused by neurotransmitter abnormalities and is most effectively treated with medication. Which of the following is a treatment approach that Dr. Zoey most likely supports?

Nick cheated in high school in order to maintain his grade point average. When he was caught, he blamed his teacher for not teaching him well enough. As an adult, he is impulsive and aggressive and feels no guilt in lying to get what he wants. These behaviors are most consistent with which of the following disorders?

Persistent repetitive thoughts that cannot be controlled are known as

Which of the following dissociative disorders involves an inability to remember one's previous life andinvolves "wandering?"

Each of the following is a type of somatoform disorder except

Posttraumatic stress disorder falls under the classification of ______ disorders

Anxieties that occur due to irrational fears, usually of a specific event or object, are called

Posttraumatic stress disorder has been linked to

Individuals whose symptoms include chronic aches and pains, fever, fatigue, and anxiety are experiencing

The term ______________ denotes any intense and persistent sexual interest in atypical objects,situations, fantasies, behaviors, or individuals

The sensation of leaving one's body may occur to the individual who is experiencing

A usually mild, but relentless type of free-floating anxiety is experienced by those with