Test 1 Clinical Psychology LeBlanc
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS(RATED A+)
What is clinical psychology? - ANSWERThe Field integrates science, theory, and
Practice to understand, predict and Alleviate maladjustment, disability and discomfort
as well as to promote Human adaptation, adjustment and personal development
What are the steps for preparing for and applying for graduate school? ( Page 13-14
for more detailed answers) - ANSWER1.) Know your professional options
2.) Take, and earn higher grades in, the appropriate undergraduate courses
3.) Get to know your professors ( good for recommendation letters)
4.) Get research experiences ( looks great on the application)
5.) Get Clinically relevant experience
6.) Maximize you GRE score ( this is a test graduate programs have in order to be
accepted)
7.) Select Graduate programs Wisely ( do your research)
8.) Write Effective Personal statements
9.) Prepare for admissions interviews ( yes, they interview you)
10.) Make sure your goals are put together
What is the definition of Clinical Psychology? - ANSWERFocuses on the intellectual,
emotional, biological, psychological, social and behavior aspects of human
functioning across the life span, in a varying cultures and at all socioeconomic levels
What distinguishes clinical psychology from other mental health professionals? -
ANSWERkey difference between clinical and counseling psychology, the clinical
branch focuses on psychopathology — the study of mental disorders.
How is clinical psychology different from fields of psychology ? - ANSWERclinical
psychology is a complex and diverse specialty area within psychology. It addresses
a breadth of mental, emotional and behavioral disorders, integrating the science of
psychology with the prevention, assessment, diagnosis and treatment of a wide
variety of complicated human problems.
The Difference between Clinical Psychologist and Counseling Psychologists -
ANSWERClinical psychologist are more likely to work with seriously disturbed
individuals whereas counseling psychologist are more likely to work with less
pathological clients
Differences between Clinical Psychologist and Psychiatrists - ANSWEROne main
difference is psychiatrists go to Medical School and are licenses physicians.
Psychiatrists can prescribe medications.
Another difference is their approach and understanding to behavioral or emotional
problems.
, Social Workers - ANSWERSocial workers focus their work on the interaction
between an individual and the components of society.
School psychologist - ANSWERassesses and counsels students, consults with
educators and parents, and performs behavioral intervention when necessary
What are the Major activities of clinical psychologists? - ANSWERAssessment,
Treatment, Research, Teaching, Consulting and Administration
Where do clinical psychologist Work? - ANSWERPrivate Practice ( Most Popular)
Hospitals
Other Human Services Settings
Academics
Business
Government
What are the three training models ? - ANSWER1.) Boulder Model
2.)The Practitioner ( Vail) Model
3.) The Clinical Scientist Model
Boulder Model - ANSWERComprehensive training program for clinical psychologists
in the principles of psychology and research methodology (scientist-practitioner
model)
Disadvantage: The pendulum did not remain stationary at its midpoint between
practice and research; instead, it swung toward one extreme and then toward the
other.
The Practitioner-Scholar ( Vail) Model - ANSWER•Less training in research
•More training in development of applied clinical skills
•Development of PsyD degrees
Disadvantage: these programs offered more coursework directly related to to
practice and fewer courses related to research and statistics
The Clinical Scientist Model - ANSWERA training model that encourages rigorous
training in empirical research methods and the integration of scientific principles into
clinical practice.
What do the directors of clinical psychology doctoral programs look for ? -
ANSWERPhD and PsyD programs place high value on several core elements:
Undergraduate GPA, GRE sores, letters of recommendation, personal statement,
curriculum vita, and interview performance.
What are the other main types of mental health professionals discussed in class? -
ANSWERSocial Work
Counselors (LPCs)
Marriage and Family Therapists
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS(RATED A+)
What is clinical psychology? - ANSWERThe Field integrates science, theory, and
Practice to understand, predict and Alleviate maladjustment, disability and discomfort
as well as to promote Human adaptation, adjustment and personal development
What are the steps for preparing for and applying for graduate school? ( Page 13-14
for more detailed answers) - ANSWER1.) Know your professional options
2.) Take, and earn higher grades in, the appropriate undergraduate courses
3.) Get to know your professors ( good for recommendation letters)
4.) Get research experiences ( looks great on the application)
5.) Get Clinically relevant experience
6.) Maximize you GRE score ( this is a test graduate programs have in order to be
accepted)
7.) Select Graduate programs Wisely ( do your research)
8.) Write Effective Personal statements
9.) Prepare for admissions interviews ( yes, they interview you)
10.) Make sure your goals are put together
What is the definition of Clinical Psychology? - ANSWERFocuses on the intellectual,
emotional, biological, psychological, social and behavior aspects of human
functioning across the life span, in a varying cultures and at all socioeconomic levels
What distinguishes clinical psychology from other mental health professionals? -
ANSWERkey difference between clinical and counseling psychology, the clinical
branch focuses on psychopathology — the study of mental disorders.
How is clinical psychology different from fields of psychology ? - ANSWERclinical
psychology is a complex and diverse specialty area within psychology. It addresses
a breadth of mental, emotional and behavioral disorders, integrating the science of
psychology with the prevention, assessment, diagnosis and treatment of a wide
variety of complicated human problems.
The Difference between Clinical Psychologist and Counseling Psychologists -
ANSWERClinical psychologist are more likely to work with seriously disturbed
individuals whereas counseling psychologist are more likely to work with less
pathological clients
Differences between Clinical Psychologist and Psychiatrists - ANSWEROne main
difference is psychiatrists go to Medical School and are licenses physicians.
Psychiatrists can prescribe medications.
Another difference is their approach and understanding to behavioral or emotional
problems.
, Social Workers - ANSWERSocial workers focus their work on the interaction
between an individual and the components of society.
School psychologist - ANSWERassesses and counsels students, consults with
educators and parents, and performs behavioral intervention when necessary
What are the Major activities of clinical psychologists? - ANSWERAssessment,
Treatment, Research, Teaching, Consulting and Administration
Where do clinical psychologist Work? - ANSWERPrivate Practice ( Most Popular)
Hospitals
Other Human Services Settings
Academics
Business
Government
What are the three training models ? - ANSWER1.) Boulder Model
2.)The Practitioner ( Vail) Model
3.) The Clinical Scientist Model
Boulder Model - ANSWERComprehensive training program for clinical psychologists
in the principles of psychology and research methodology (scientist-practitioner
model)
Disadvantage: The pendulum did not remain stationary at its midpoint between
practice and research; instead, it swung toward one extreme and then toward the
other.
The Practitioner-Scholar ( Vail) Model - ANSWER•Less training in research
•More training in development of applied clinical skills
•Development of PsyD degrees
Disadvantage: these programs offered more coursework directly related to to
practice and fewer courses related to research and statistics
The Clinical Scientist Model - ANSWERA training model that encourages rigorous
training in empirical research methods and the integration of scientific principles into
clinical practice.
What do the directors of clinical psychology doctoral programs look for ? -
ANSWERPhD and PsyD programs place high value on several core elements:
Undergraduate GPA, GRE sores, letters of recommendation, personal statement,
curriculum vita, and interview performance.
What are the other main types of mental health professionals discussed in class? -
ANSWERSocial Work
Counselors (LPCs)
Marriage and Family Therapists
