Question 1

Until the modern era, all of these theoretical models have been used to primarily explain our behavior, thinking and emotions EXCEPT

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A)  psychological
B)  biological
C)  supernatural
D)  physicalE) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 2

According to psychoanalytic theory, the ________ develops early in life to insure that we can adapt to the demands of the real world while still finding ways to meet our basic needs.

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A)  ego
B)  superego
C)  libido
D)  ideal selfE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 3

In the classic case of Anna O. in 1895, neurologist Josef Breuer treated her "hysterical" symptoms by using

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A)  psychoanalysis.
B)  hypnosis.
C)  faith healing.
D)  the placebo effect.E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 4

In their theories about human nature, psychoanalysts Carl Jung and Alfred Adler both

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A)  regarded human nature as possessing many negative qualities.
B)  were completely analogous to Freud's ideas.
C)  believed that there were no barriers to the internal and external growth of the individual.
D)  emphasized a strong drive toward individual self-actualization.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 5

Compare and contrast the psychoanalytic perspectives of Freud with the perspectives of Jung and Adler.

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Question 6

Humanistic therapists regard ________ as the single most positive influence in facilitating human growth.

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A)  therapist interpretation of patient verbalizations
B)  relationships (including the therapeutic relationship) 
C)  self-esteem
D)  intellectual and moral developmentE) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 7

Explain why the concept of a multidimensional integrative approach to psychopathology appears to be the more logical choice.

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Question 8

Someone you know has been having a lot of difficulty because of irrational fears. Knowing that you are studying abnormal psychology, this person asks if you know of an effective and well-established treatment. You advise her that ________, based on the mid-20th century work of Joseph Wolpe, is a successful anxiety reduction procedure.

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A)  systematic desensitization
B)  person centered therapy
C)  exorcism
D)  aversive conditioningE) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 9

In ancient Greece, a woman suffering from "hysteria" might be told that her condition could be cured by

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A)  marriage.
B)  pregnancy.
C)  therapy.
D)  divorce.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 10

Catharsis is a method of "exorcising" demons for religious and psychological purposes.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Severe internal conflicts that produce a lot of anxiety or other emotions can trigger self-defeating defensive processes or symptoms such as

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A)  acute and posttraumatic stress symptoms.
B)  depression or bipolar symptoms.
C)  phobic or obsessive symptoms.
D)  suicidal or aggressive symptoms.E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 12

In the late 19th century, John P. Grey and his colleagues

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A)  discovered the first cure for schizophrenia
B)  ironically reduced interest in treating mental patients
C)  changed the field of psychological research largely into a biological science
D)  created the first humane treatment facilities for mentally ill patientsE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 13

Regarding the definition of abnormality, it is correct to state that

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A)  it is difficult to define "normal" and "abnormal."
B)  abnormality depends solely on subjective distress.
C)  the definition is universal across cultures.
D)  the criteria differ depending on whether the individual has a psychological disorder or a psychological dysfunction.E) B) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 14

________ demonstrated that some techniques of mesmerism were effective with several psychological disorders.

Accepted Answer

A)  Philippe Pinel
B)  Anton Mesmer
C)  Sigmund Freud
D)  Jean-Martin CharcotE) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 15

Based on Hippocrates' humoral theory, "sanguine" describes a person who is

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A)  pessimistic.
B)  pale.
C)  cheerful.
D)  humorous.E) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 16

The concept of hysteria, which traditionally meant physical symptoms for which no organic pathology could be found, is now associated with which DSM-5 classification?

Accepted Answer

A)  Anxiety disorders
B)  Borderline personality disorder
C)  Premenstrual symptom disorder
D)  Somatic symptom disorderE) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 17

Describe the process of becoming a mental health professional. Include a discussion of the differences among the following: psychologist, psychiatrist, psychiatric social worker, psychiatric nurse. For each profession, list the credentials, the educational background, and the professional responsibilities.

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Clinical and counseling psychologists re...

Question 18

The systematic development of a scientific approach to psychopathology is represented by

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A)  humanistic psychology.
B)  psychoanalysis.
C)  Jungian psychology.
D)  the behavioral model.E) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 19

According to Hippocrates' humoral theory, the "choleric" personality is

Accepted Answer

A)  hot-tempered.
B)  easygoing.
C)  kind.
D)  cheap.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 20

The Oedipus complex, the psychosexual conflict that occurs at the phallic stage of development, is characterized by a three- to five-year-old boy who

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A)  represses his need for genital self-stimulation.
B)  loves his mother but has feelings of anger and envy toward his father.
C)  loves his father but has feelings of anger and envy toward his mother.
D)  fantasizes about tragic Greek heroes.E) None of the above
F) C) and D)

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The concept of hysteria, which traditionally meant physical symptoms for which no organic pathology could be found, is now associated with which DSM-5 classification?

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________ demonstrated that some techniques of mesmerism were effective with several psychological disorders.

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Severe internal conflicts that produce a lot of anxiety or other emotions can trigger self-defeating defensive processes or symptoms such as

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Until the modern era, all of these theoretical models have been used to primarily explain our behavior, thinking and emotions EXCEPT

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The Oedipus complex, the psychosexual conflict that occurs at the phallic stage of development, is characterized by a three- to five-year-old boy who

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According to psychoanalytic theory, the ________ develops early in life to insure that we can adapt to the demands of the real world while still finding ways to meet our basic needs.

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Catharsis is a method of "exorcising" demons for religious and psychological purposes.

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In ancient Greece, a woman suffering from "hysteria" might be told that her condition could be cured by

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Based on Hippocrates' humoral theory, "sanguine" describes a person who is

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The systematic development of a scientific approach to psychopathology is represented by

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Humanistic therapists regard ________ as the single most positive influence in facilitating human growth.

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Compare and contrast the psychoanalytic perspectives of Freud with the perspectives of Jung and Adler.

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In their theories about human nature, psychoanalysts Carl Jung and Alfred Adler both

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Regarding the definition of abnormality, it is correct to state that

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According to Hippocrates' humoral theory, the "choleric" personality is

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Explain why the concept of a multidimensional integrative approach to psychopathology appears to be the more logical choice.

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In the late 19th century, John P. Grey and his colleagues

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In the classic case of Anna O. in 1895, neurologist Josef Breuer treated her "hysterical" symptoms by using

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Until the modern era, all of these theoretical models have been used to primarily explain our behavior, thinking and emotions EXCEPT

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Based on Hippocrates' humoral theory, "sanguine" describes a person who is

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