Question 1

A measure of the stability of a diagnosis over time is called

Accepted Answer

A) concurrent validity. 
B) predictive validity. 
C) interrater reliability. 
D) test-retest reliability. 
A) concurrent validity. 
B) predictive validity. 
C) interrater reliability. 
D) test-retest reliability. D

Question 2

Which of the following is likely to be employed as part of a neuropsychological assessment?

Accepted Answer

A) the Halstead-Reitan 
B) the Rorschach 
C) Bellak's CAT 
D) PET scan 
A) the Halstead-Reitan 
B) the Rorschach 
C) Bellak's CAT 
D) PET scan A

Question 3

Labeling can lead to stigmatization and social difficulties.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

In the assessment of a child who is referred to a clinic, it is best to rely on information from one source so as not to get conflicting information.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The formal classification of children's disorders has a long history. It dates back to the inclusion of numerous categories of childhood disorders in Kraepelin's original taxonomy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Describe the concerns that exist regarding DSM classification systems.

Accepted Answer

There are several concerns that exist re

Question 7

The term comorbidity refers to

Accepted Answer

A) a child meeting the criteria for more than one disorder. 
B) two children in a family having the same disorder. 
C) a child and parent having the same disorder. 
D) two disorders having some of the same cause. 
A) a child meeting the criteria for more than one disorder. 
B) two children in a family having the same disorder. 
C) a child and parent having the same disorder. 
D) two disorders having some of the same cause.

Question 8

In working with a youngster, a therapist is likely to rely on a single mode of treatment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

________________ refers to groups of disorders that are thought to share certain psychological and biological qualities.

Accepted Answer

A) Dimension 
B) Classification 
C) Spectrum 
D) Syndrome 
A) Dimension 
B) Classification 
C) Spectrum 
D) Syndrome

Question 10

Cherise has just been diagnosed with an eating disorder. It is unlikely that her family will be involved in her treatment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Describe the issue of reactivity with respect to behavioral observation. Briefly report on two procedures that might be employed to reduce reactivity.

Accepted Answer

Reactivity in behavioral observation ref

Question 12

The concept upon which projective tests are based derives from the social learning notion that children learn to project their impulses.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

It is unusual for a child to have more than one DSM-IV-TR diagnosis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Clinicians rarely interview very young children because children are unable to provide valuable information.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

The most common form of assessment is

Accepted Answer

A) the projective test. 
B) the general clinical interview. 
C) the structured interview. 
D) structured observations. 
A) the projective test. 
B) the general clinical interview. 
C) the structured interview. 
D) structured observations.

Question 16

Which of the following has been expressed as a concern regarding the DSM classification system?

Accepted Answer

A) There are not enough diagnoses to adequately assess children. 
B) The emphasis on validity and reliability has been detrimental. 
C) The cultural context has been overemphasized. 
D) The classification system used by the DSM can be misleading. 
A) There are not enough diagnoses to adequately assess children. 
B) The emphasis on validity and reliability has been detrimental. 
C) The cultural context has been overemphasized. 
D) The classification system used by the DSM can be misleading.

Question 17

Which of the following is an example of an academic achievement test?

Accepted Answer

A) Stanford Binet 
B) The Wechsler scales 
C) Roberts Apperception Test for Children 
D) Iowa Test of Basic Skills 
A) Stanford Binet 
B) The Wechsler scales 
C) Roberts Apperception Test for Children 
D) Iowa Test of Basic Skills

Question 18

Which of the following is one of the narrowband syndromes identified for the Child Behavior Checklist (CBCL)?

Accepted Answer

A) Assertive 
B) Thought problems 
C) Phobias 
D) Suicidal 
A) Assertive 
B) Thought problems 
C) Phobias 
D) Suicidal

Question 19

Briefly describe three different modes of treatment employed to address the behavior disorders of children and/or adolescents.

Accepted Answer

1. Behavioral therapy: This mode of trea

Question 20

Universal prevention strategies are targeted to high risk individuals who show minimal symptoms.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

A measure of the stability of a diagnosis over time is called

Which of the following is likely to be employed as part of a neuropsychological assessment?

Labeling can lead to stigmatization and social difficulties.

In the assessment of a child who is referred to a clinic, it is best to rely on information from one source so as not to get conflicting information.

The formal classification of children's disorders has a long history. It dates back to the inclusion of numerous categories of childhood disorders in Kraepelin's original taxonomy.

Describe the concerns that exist regarding DSM classification systems.

The term comorbidity refers to

In working with a youngster, a therapist is likely to rely on a single mode of treatment.

________________ refers to groups of disorders that are thought to share certain psychological and biological qualities.

Cherise has just been diagnosed with an eating disorder. It is unlikely that her family will be involved in her treatment.

Describe the issue of reactivity with respect to behavioral observation. Briefly report on two procedures that might be employed to reduce reactivity.

The concept upon which projective tests are based derives from the social learning notion that children learn to project their impulses.

It is unusual for a child to have more than one DSM-IV-TR diagnosis.

Clinicians rarely interview very young children because children are unable to provide valuable information.

The most common form of assessment is

Which of the following has been expressed as a concern regarding the DSM classification system?

Which of the following is an example of an academic achievement test?

Which of the following is one of the narrowband syndromes identified for the Child Behavior Checklist (CBCL)?

Briefly describe three different modes of treatment employed to address the behavior disorders of children and/or adolescents.

Universal prevention strategies are targeted to high risk individuals who show minimal symptoms.

Introduction

The Developmental Psychopathology Perspective

Biological and Environmental Contexts of Psychopathology

Research: Its Role and Methods

Anxiety Disorders

Mood Disorders

Conduct Problems

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Language and Learning Disorders

Intellectual Disability

Autism Spectrum Disorder and Schizophrenia

Disorders of Basic Physical Functions

Psychological Factors Affecting Medical Conditions

Evolving Concerns for Youth

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Exam 5: Classification, Assessment, and Intervention

A measure of the stability of a diagnosis over time is called

Which of the following is likely to be employed as part of a neuropsychological assessment?

Labeling can lead to stigmatization and social difficulties.

In the assessment of a child who is referred to a clinic, it is best to rely on information from one source so as not to get conflicting information.

The formal classification of children's disorders has a long history. It dates back to the inclusion of numerous categories of childhood disorders in Kraepelin's original taxonomy.

Describe the concerns that exist regarding DSM classification systems.

The term comorbidity refers to

In working with a youngster, a therapist is likely to rely on a single mode of treatment.

________________ refers to groups of disorders that are thought to share certain psychological and biological qualities.

Cherise has just been diagnosed with an eating disorder. It is unlikely that her family will be involved in her treatment.

Describe the issue of reactivity with respect to behavioral observation. Briefly report on two procedures that might be employed to reduce reactivity.

The concept upon which projective tests are based derives from the social learning notion that children learn to project their impulses.

It is unusual for a child to have more than one DSM-IV-TR diagnosis.

Clinicians rarely interview very young children because children are unable to provide valuable information.

The most common form of assessment is

Which of the following has been expressed as a concern regarding the DSM classification system?

Which of the following is an example of an academic achievement test?

Which of the following is one of the narrowband syndromes identified for the Child Behavior Checklist (CBCL)?

Briefly describe three different modes of treatment employed to address the behavior disorders of children and/or adolescents.

Universal prevention strategies are targeted to high risk individuals who show minimal symptoms.

Introduction

The Developmental Psychopathology Perspective

Biological and Environmental Contexts of Psychopathology

Research: Its Role and Methods

Anxiety Disorders

Mood Disorders

Conduct Problems

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Language and Learning Disorders

Intellectual Disability

Autism Spectrum Disorder and Schizophrenia

Disorders of Basic Physical Functions

Psychological Factors Affecting Medical Conditions

Evolving Concerns for Youth

Filters