Question 1

According to Estelle v. Gamble, what is the standard of proof for inmates who allege violation of their constitutional rights?

Accepted Answer

A)  Deliberate indifference 
B)  Simple negligence 
C)  Beyond a reasonable doubt 
D)  Preponderance of the evidence 
A)  Deliberate indifference 
B)  Simple negligence 
C)  Beyond a reasonable doubt 
D)  Preponderance of the evidence A

Question 2

Which organization published 66 standards in 2010 in order to offer direction and support to practitioners working in a correctional setting?

Accepted Answer

A)  National Commission on Correctional Health Care 
B)  International Association for Correctional and Forensic Psychology 
C)  American Psychological Association 
D)  American Society for Forensic Psychiatrists 
A)  National Commission on Correctional Health Care 
B)  International Association for Correctional and Forensic Psychology 
C)  American Psychological Association 
D)  American Society for Forensic Psychiatrists B

Question 3

What is involved when dealing with someone in solitary confinement (how are meals given to the confined inmates, how much exercise do they usually receive)? What are possible mental health issues that arise due to an inmate's solitary confinement? What has research found about inmates in solitary confinement?

Accepted Answer

When dealing with someone in solitary confinement, meals are typically given to the confined inmates through a slot in the door of their cell. In some cases, inmates may be allowed to eat in a common area, but they are usually still isolated from other inmates during this time. As for exercise, inmates in solitary confinement typically receive very limited exercise, often only being allowed out of their cell for one hour a day, if at all.

The possible mental health issues that arise due to an inmate's solitary confinement are numerous and severe. These can include anxiety, depression, hallucinations, paranoia, and even suicidal thoughts. The lack of social interaction, sensory deprivation, and extreme isolation can have a profound impact on an individual's mental well-being.

Research has found that inmates in solitary confinement are at a significantly higher risk of developing mental health issues compared to the general prison population. Studies have also shown that prolonged solitary confinement can lead to long-term psychological damage, and in some cases, can exacerbate existing mental health conditions. Additionally, there is evidence to suggest that inmates in solitary confinement are more likely to engage in self-harm and have higher rates of recidivism upon release.

Overall, the effects of solitary confinement on an individual's mental health are deeply concerning, and there is a growing body of research that highlights the need for alternative approaches to managing inmate behavior in correctional facilities.

Question 4

A majority of federal inmates are in the custody of

Accepted Answer

A)  the Federal Bureau of Prisons. 
B)  prison hospitals. 
C)  state correctional facilities. 
D)  privately managed institutions. 
A)  the Federal Bureau of Prisons. 
B)  prison hospitals. 
C)  state correctional facilities. 
D)  privately managed institutions.

Question 5

Which of the following best statements summarizes the psychological research on solitary confinement?

Accepted Answer

A)  Solitary confinement is a necessary punitive measure for violent inmates for short periods of time. 
B)  Solitary confinement is most effective when used with offender with mental disorders 
C)  Because solitary confinement has detrimental effects on both inmates and correctional officers, it should not be used for extended periods of time. 
D)  Compared to the rest of the inmate population, inmates in supermax prisons are better able to tolerate conditions of solitary confinement as long as they have adequate food, water, and medical care. 
A)  Solitary confinement is a necessary punitive measure for violent inmates for short periods of time. 
B)  Solitary confinement is most effective when used with offender with mental disorders 
C)  Because solitary confinement has detrimental effects on both inmates and correctional officers, it should not be used for extended periods of time. 
D)  Compared to the rest of the inmate population, inmates in supermax prisons are better able to tolerate conditions of solitary confinement as long as they have adequate food, water, and medical care.

Question 6

Describe the mosaic of despair. Who coined this term and to whom does it refer?

Accepted Answer

The term "mosaic of despair" was coined

Question 7

Which of the following prison transfers requires a hearing and due process protections?

Accepted Answer

A)  A transfer of an inmate to a mental institution. 
B)  A transfer due to overcrowding. 
C)  A transfer of an inmate to a more restrictive setting. 
D)  A transfer in order to break up a violent prison gang. 
A)  A transfer of an inmate to a mental institution. 
B)  A transfer due to overcrowding. 
C)  A transfer of an inmate to a more restrictive setting. 
D)  A transfer in order to break up a violent prison gang.

Question 8

The largest percentage of women sentenced to prison fall in the __________age range.

Accepted Answer

A)  18 to 25 
B)  25 to 30 
C)  30 to 39 
D)  45 to 60 
A)  18 to 25 
B)  25 to 30 
C)  30 to 39 
D)  45 to 60

Question 9

Approximately half of individuals in jails are __________ and another half are __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  innocent; serving short-term sentences 
B)  guilty; violent 
C)  women; juveniles 
D)  mentally disordered; substance abusers 
A)  innocent; serving short-term sentences 
B)  guilty; violent 
C)  women; juveniles 
D)  mentally disordered; substance abusers

Question 10

Lawyer and scholar Fred Cohen brought attention to which prison issue relevant to correctional psychologists?

Accepted Answer

A)  Deficient mental health records. 
B)  Unannounced cell searches 
C)  Illegal body cavity searches 
D)  Solitary confinement 
A)  Deficient mental health records. 
B)  Unannounced cell searches 
C)  Illegal body cavity searches 
D)  Solitary confinement

Question 11

Depression is an example of a criminogenic need.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Rapists and child molesters are the two sex offender groups that are most amenable to treatment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Cell searches in jail and prison settings are up to the discretion of correctional officials.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Boothby and Clements (2000), found that less than 10% of correctional psychologists' time was spent on

Accepted Answer

A)  staff training. 
B)  crisis intervention 
C)  initial screening. 
D)  psychological treatment. 
A)  staff training. 
B)  crisis intervention 
C)  initial screening. 
D)  psychological treatment.

Question 15

Which instrument was specifically designed for use with correctional officers?

Accepted Answer

A)  MMPI 
B)  IPI 
C)  LSI-R 
D)  Static-99 
A)  MMPI 
B)  IPI 
C)  LSI-R 
D)  Static-99

Question 16

According to Toch and Adams (2002), which demographic which group is most susceptible to acute psychological crises while in prison?

Accepted Answer

A)  Married inmates 
B)  Black female inmates 
C)  Young white inmates 
D)  Single white female inmates 
A)  Married inmates 
B)  Black female inmates 
C)  Young white inmates 
D)  Single white female inmates

Question 17

The IACFP recommends that all new inmates be screened for __________ and __________ before being placed with the general inmate population.

Accepted Answer

A)  psychopathy; weapons 
B)  treatment; community reentry 
C)  substance abuse; prior institutionalizations 
D)  mental illness; suicide risk 
A)  psychopathy; weapons 
B)  treatment; community reentry 
C)  substance abuse; prior institutionalizations 
D)  mental illness; suicide risk

Question 18

Which of the following is an impediment to treating violent offenders?

Accepted Answer

A)  The belief that violent offenders are a homogeneous group 
B)  They present themselves as model prisoners 
C)  A reliance on anti-psychotic medication 
D)  They have an extensive history of abuse and victimization 
A)  The belief that violent offenders are a homogeneous group 
B)  They present themselves as model prisoners 
C)  A reliance on anti-psychotic medication 
D)  They have an extensive history of abuse and victimization

Question 19

What is the leading cause of death in jails?

Accepted Answer

A)  Suicide 
B)  Murder by fellow detainee 
C)  Negligent homicide committed by facility staff 
D)  Drug overdose 
A)  Suicide 
B)  Murder by fellow detainee 
C)  Negligent homicide committed by facility staff 
D)  Drug overdose

Question 20

Probationers represent the majority of offenders under community supervision.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

According to Estelle v. Gamble, what is the standard of proof for inmates who allege violation of their constitutional rights?

Which organization published 66 standards in 2010 in order to offer direction and support to practitioners working in a correctional setting?

A majority of federal inmates are in the custody of

Which of the following best statements summarizes the psychological research on solitary confinement?

Describe the mosaic of despair. Who coined this term and to whom does it refer?

Which of the following prison transfers requires a hearing and due process protections?

The largest percentage of women sentenced to prison fall in the __________age range.

Approximately half of individuals in jails are and another half are .

Lawyer and scholar Fred Cohen brought attention to which prison issue relevant to correctional psychologists?

Depression is an example of a criminogenic need.

Rapists and child molesters are the two sex offender groups that are most amenable to treatment.

Cell searches in jail and prison settings are up to the discretion of correctional officials.

Boothby and Clements (2000), found that less than 10% of correctional psychologists' time was spent on

Which instrument was specifically designed for use with correctional officers?

According to Toch and Adams (2002), which demographic which group is most susceptible to acute psychological crises while in prison?

The IACFP recommends that all new inmates be screened for and before being placed with the general inmate population.

Which of the following is an impediment to treating violent offenders?

What is the leading cause of death in jails?

Probationers represent the majority of offenders under community supervision.

Introduction to Forensic Psychology

Psychology of Police and Public Safety

Psychology of Investigations

Consulting and Testifying

Consulting With Criminal Courts

Family Law and Other Forms of Civil Litigation

The Development of Delinquent and Criminal Behavior

Psychology of Violence and Intimidation

Psychology of Sexual Assault

Forensic Psychology and the Victims of Crime and Other Wrongs

Family Violence and Child Victimization

Juvenile Justice and Corrections

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Exam 12: Correctional Psychology in Adult Settings

According to Estelle v. Gamble, what is the standard of proof for inmates who allege violation of their constitutional rights?

Which organization published 66 standards in 2010 in order to offer direction and support to practitioners working in a correctional setting?

A majority of federal inmates are in the custody of

Which of the following best statements summarizes the psychological research on solitary confinement?

Describe the mosaic of despair. Who coined this term and to whom does it refer?

Which of the following prison transfers requires a hearing and due process protections?

The largest percentage of women sentenced to prison fall in the __________age range.

Approximately half of individuals in jails are __________ and another half are __________.

Lawyer and scholar Fred Cohen brought attention to which prison issue relevant to correctional psychologists?

Depression is an example of a criminogenic need.

Rapists and child molesters are the two sex offender groups that are most amenable to treatment.

Cell searches in jail and prison settings are up to the discretion of correctional officials.

Boothby and Clements (2000), found that less than 10% of correctional psychologists' time was spent on

Which instrument was specifically designed for use with correctional officers?

According to Toch and Adams (2002), which demographic which group is most susceptible to acute psychological crises while in prison?

The IACFP recommends that all new inmates be screened for __________ and __________ before being placed with the general inmate population.

Which of the following is an impediment to treating violent offenders?

What is the leading cause of death in jails?

Probationers represent the majority of offenders under community supervision.

Introduction to Forensic Psychology

Psychology of Police and Public Safety

Psychology of Investigations

Consulting and Testifying

Consulting With Criminal Courts

Family Law and Other Forms of Civil Litigation

The Development of Delinquent and Criminal Behavior

Psychology of Violence and Intimidation

Psychology of Sexual Assault

Forensic Psychology and the Victims of Crime and Other Wrongs

Family Violence and Child Victimization

Juvenile Justice and Corrections

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Approximately half of individuals in jails are and another half are .

The IACFP recommends that all new inmates be screened for and before being placed with the general inmate population.