Question 1

An indication of the validity of a diagnostic system is whether or not it provides information we did not have when we defined a category.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Briefly define what is meant by the term comorbidity and describe two different reasons that this phenomenon might occur.

Accepted Answer

Comorbidity refers to the presence of tw

Question 3

The Stanford-Binet, the Wechsler tests, and the Kaufman Assessment Battery for Children are all examples of

Accepted Answer

A) group administered intelligence tests. 
B) individually administered intelligence tests. 
C) achievement tests. 
D) neuropsychological tests. 
A) group administered intelligence tests. 
B) individually administered intelligence tests. 
C) achievement tests. 
D) neuropsychological tests.

Question 4

A categorical approach to classification assumes that the difference between normal and pathological is

Accepted Answer

A) one of kind rather than degree and that distinctions are made between quantitatively different types of disorders. 
B) one of kind rather than degree and that distinctions are made between qualitatively different types of disorders. 
C) one of degree rather than kind and that distinctions are made between quantitatively different types of disorders. 
D) one of degree rather than kind and that distinctions are made between qualitatively different types of disorders. 
A) one of kind rather than degree and that distinctions are made between quantitatively different types of disorders. 
B) one of kind rather than degree and that distinctions are made between qualitatively different types of disorders. 
C) one of degree rather than kind and that distinctions are made between quantitatively different types of disorders. 
D) one of degree rather than kind and that distinctions are made between qualitatively different types of disorders.

Question 5

Developmental scales emphasize

Accepted Answer

A) language and communication. 
B) sensorimotor and simple social skills. 
C) abstract reasoning abilities. 
D) number and relational concepts. 
A) language and communication. 
B) sensorimotor and simple social skills. 
C) abstract reasoning abilities. 
D) number and relational concepts.

Question 6

Which of the following statements is accurate regarding empirical approaches to classification?

Accepted Answer

A) Norms do not exist for different age and gender groups. 
B) Agreement between different kinds of raters (e.g., teachers and parents)on a child's scores is very high. 
C) The validity of the broad-band distinctions is questionable since different broad-band syndromes emerge when different types of people complete the instruments. 
D) The finding that scores from clinic samples differ from nonclinic samples supports the validity of this approach. 
A) Norms do not exist for different age and gender groups. 
B) Agreement between different kinds of raters (e.g., teachers and parents)on a child's scores is very high. 
C) The validity of the broad-band distinctions is questionable since different broad-band syndromes emerge when different types of people complete the instruments. 
D) The finding that scores from clinic samples differ from nonclinic samples supports the validity of this approach.

Question 7

Which of the following diagnoses would be placed on Axis II?

Accepted Answer

A) Intellectual disability 
B) Depression 
C) Autism 
D) Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder 
A) Intellectual disability 
B) Depression 
C) Autism 
D) Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

Question 8

In neuropsychological assessment no direct examination of physiological functioning is made. Rather, possible neurological deficits are inferred from performance on various tasks.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

A clinician using the DSM selects from among diagnoses included on two axes and evaluates the youngster on three additional axes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The ____________ of a classification system is judged by how complete and useful it is.

Accepted Answer

A) reliability 
B) taxonomy 
C) validity 
D) clinical utility 
A) reliability 
B) taxonomy 
C) validity 
D) clinical utility

Question 11

The first step in any behavioral observation system involves explicitly pinpointing and defining behaviors.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Explain the concepts of interrater reliability, test retest reliability, and validity in regard to classification.

Accepted Answer

Interrater reliability refers to the con

Question 13

Two broad syndromes of childhood disorders (referred to as X and Y)have been identified by empirical approaches. Which pairs of terms have been employed to label these two broad syndromes?

Accepted Answer

A) X: internalizing or overcontrolled versus Y: externalizing or conduct disorder 
B) X: internalizing or undercontrolled versus Y: externalizing or conduct disorder 
C) X: undercontrolled or anxiety-withdrawal versus Y: overcontrolled or internalizing 
D) X: internalizing or anxiety-withdrawal versus Y: overcontrolled or conduct disorder 
A) X: internalizing or overcontrolled versus Y: externalizing or conduct disorder 
B) X: internalizing or undercontrolled versus Y: externalizing or conduct disorder 
C) X: undercontrolled or anxiety-withdrawal versus Y: overcontrolled or internalizing 
D) X: internalizing or anxiety-withdrawal versus Y: overcontrolled or conduct disorder

Question 14

List and describe the types of interventions typically involved in parent training.

Accepted Answer

Parent training interventions typically

Question 15

Describe the Institute of Medicine's tripartite model of prevention. Create an example of each strategy.

Accepted Answer

The Institute of Medicine's tripartite m

Question 16

A ________________ describes behaviors that tend to occur together.

Accepted Answer

A) diagnosis 
B) syndrome 
C) dimension 
D) spectrum 
A) diagnosis 
B) syndrome 
C) dimension 
D) spectrum

Question 17

The empirical approach to classification uses a panel of clinical experts to determine clusters of behavior.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

___________ refers to interventions targeting individuals who are not yet experiencing symptoms of a disorder.

Accepted Answer

A) Indirect assessment 
B) Prevention 
C) Treatment 
D) Evaluation 
A) Indirect assessment 
B) Prevention 
C) Treatment 
D) Evaluation

Question 19

Review the pros and cons of including tests of intellectual functioning in clinical assessments.

Accepted Answer

Including tests of intellectual function

Question 20

Which of the following statements regarding direct neurological assessment and neuropsychological assessment is correct?

Accepted Answer

A) Neurological assessment indirectly evaluates neurological functioning, whereas neuropsychological assessment directly evaluates it. 
B) Neurological assessment directly evaluates neurological functioning, whereas neuropsychological assessment indirectly evaluates it. 
C) Neuropsychological assessment would not be used to differentiate learning disabled youngsters from normal learners. 
D) The use of neurological assessment with children has decreased with the development of the computer. 
A) Neurological assessment indirectly evaluates neurological functioning, whereas neuropsychological assessment directly evaluates it. 
B) Neurological assessment directly evaluates neurological functioning, whereas neuropsychological assessment indirectly evaluates it. 
C) Neuropsychological assessment would not be used to differentiate learning disabled youngsters from normal learners. 
D) The use of neurological assessment with children has decreased with the development of the computer.

An indication of the validity of a diagnostic system is whether or not it provides information we did not have when we defined a category.

Briefly define what is meant by the term comorbidity and describe two different reasons that this phenomenon might occur.

The Stanford-Binet, the Wechsler tests, and the Kaufman Assessment Battery for Children are all examples of

A categorical approach to classification assumes that the difference between normal and pathological is

Developmental scales emphasize

Which of the following statements is accurate regarding empirical approaches to classification?

Which of the following diagnoses would be placed on Axis II?

In neuropsychological assessment no direct examination of physiological functioning is made. Rather, possible neurological deficits are inferred from performance on various tasks.

A clinician using the DSM selects from among diagnoses included on two axes and evaluates the youngster on three additional axes.

The ____________ of a classification system is judged by how complete and useful it is.

The first step in any behavioral observation system involves explicitly pinpointing and defining behaviors.

Explain the concepts of interrater reliability, test retest reliability, and validity in regard to classification.

Two broad syndromes of childhood disorders (referred to as X and Y)have been identified by empirical approaches. Which pairs of terms have been employed to label these two broad syndromes?

List and describe the types of interventions typically involved in parent training.

Describe the Institute of Medicine's tripartite model of prevention. Create an example of each strategy.

A ________________ describes behaviors that tend to occur together.

The empirical approach to classification uses a panel of clinical experts to determine clusters of behavior.

___________ refers to interventions targeting individuals who are not yet experiencing symptoms of a disorder.

Review the pros and cons of including tests of intellectual functioning in clinical assessments.

Which of the following statements regarding direct neurological assessment and neuropsychological assessment is correct?

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

Exam 5: Classification, Assessment, and Intervention

An indication of the validity of a diagnostic system is whether or not it provides information we did not have when we defined a category.

Briefly define what is meant by the term comorbidity and describe two different reasons that this phenomenon might occur.

The Stanford-Binet, the Wechsler tests, and the Kaufman Assessment Battery for Children are all examples of

A categorical approach to classification assumes that the difference between normal and pathological is

Developmental scales emphasize

Which of the following statements is accurate regarding empirical approaches to classification?

Which of the following diagnoses would be placed on Axis II?

In neuropsychological assessment no direct examination of physiological functioning is made. Rather, possible neurological deficits are inferred from performance on various tasks.

A clinician using the DSM selects from among diagnoses included on two axes and evaluates the youngster on three additional axes.

The ____________ of a classification system is judged by how complete and useful it is.

The first step in any behavioral observation system involves explicitly pinpointing and defining behaviors.

Explain the concepts of interrater reliability, test retest reliability, and validity in regard to classification.

Two broad syndromes of childhood disorders (referred to as X and Y)have been identified by empirical approaches. Which pairs of terms have been employed to label these two broad syndromes?

List and describe the types of interventions typically involved in parent training.

Describe the Institute of Medicine's tripartite model of prevention. Create an example of each strategy.

A ________________ describes behaviors that tend to occur together.

The empirical approach to classification uses a panel of clinical experts to determine clusters of behavior.

___________ refers to interventions targeting individuals who are not yet experiencing symptoms of a disorder.

Review the pros and cons of including tests of intellectual functioning in clinical assessments.

Which of the following statements regarding direct neurological assessment and neuropsychological assessment is correct?

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