TEXAS PSYCHOLOGIST JURISPRUDENCE
EXAM ACTUAL PREP QUESTIONS AND WELL
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1. A psychologist in Texas receives a court order to release a client’s therapy
records. The client has explicitly requested confidentiality. What is the
psychologist’s primary ethical and legal responsibility?
A. Refuse to release the records and risk contempt of court
B. Comply with the court order while informing the client of the
disclosure
C. Destroy the records to protect the client’s privacy
D. Release only the information the client has already disclosed publicly
Rationale: Psychologists must follow lawful court orders. Texas law allows
disclosure under a court order, but ethical practice requires informing the client of
the release.
2. A psychologist is asked to testify in a child custody case about a minor
client. Which factor is most critical in deciding whether to accept the
request?
A. The client’s grade in school
B. The parent’s relationship with the psychologist
C. The potential impact on the therapeutic relationship and the minor’s
welfare
D. Whether the psychologist charges extra for testimony
,Rationale: Protecting the welfare of the client and the therapeutic relationship is
central to ethical practice.
3. Which of the following is a mandatory reportable offense under Texas law
for psychologists?
A. Marital infidelity
B. Child abuse or neglect
C. Adult substance use
D. Domestic disputes between adults
Rationale: Texas law requires psychologists to report suspected child abuse or
neglect immediately.
4. A psychologist notices a colleague engaging in unethical behavior that could
harm clients. What is the most appropriate course of action according to
professional standards?
A. Ignore the behavior to maintain collegiality
B. Confront the colleague publicly
C. Address the concern directly with the colleague if possible, and
report to appropriate authorities if not resolved
D. Resign from the practice
Rationale: APA ethics encourage addressing concerns with the colleague first and
reporting to licensing boards if unresolved.
5. A client reports thoughts of self-harm but has no immediate plan. The
psychologist should:
A. Assess risk, safety planning, and provide referrals or interventions
B. Ignore the report since no plan exists
, C. Immediately hospitalize the client
D. Advise the client to stop thinking about self-harm
Rationale: Ethical and legal practice requires assessment, safety planning, and
intervention proportional to risk.
6. Which of the following demonstrates dual relationships that are
prohibited or require careful management?
A. Seeing a client in therapy and teaching a course where the client is
enrolled
B. Socializing occasionally outside sessions with adult clients
C. Both A and B require careful consideration; A is generally prohibited
D. Only seeing multiple clients in group therapy
Rationale: Dual relationships can impair objectivity or exploit clients. Teaching a
current client is prohibited; socializing is discouraged depending on risk.
7. A Texas psychologist evaluates a client for disability benefits. Which
principle must guide documentation and reporting?
A. Personal opinion
B. Client’s preferred outcome
C. Accuracy, objectivity, and adherence to professional standards
D. Speed of report completion
Rationale: Ethical practice demands objective, evidence-based reporting in
assessments.
8. A psychologist practicing telehealth with clients in Texas must ensure:
A. Only that technology works
, B. Compliance with confidentiality, security standards, and state
jurisdiction laws
C. That clients prefer video over audio
D. That sessions are shorter than in-person sessions
Rationale: Telepsychology requires compliance with HIPAA, state law, and ethical
security standards.
9. If a psychologist discovers a minor client is being abused by a parent, the
first step is:
A. Call the police immediately
B. Report the abuse to the Texas Department of Family and Protective
Services
C. Confront the parent directly
D. Wait until the minor turns 18
Rationale: Texas law mandates immediate reporting to the appropriate child
protective services agency.
10.In Texas, practicing psychology without a license can result in:
A. Civil warning only
B. Criminal prosecution, fines, and injunctive orders
C. Mandatory continuing education
D. Community service
Rationale: The Texas Psychologists’ Licensing Act prohibits unlicensed practice
and provides legal penalties.
EXAM ACTUAL PREP QUESTIONS AND WELL
REVISED ANSWERS - LATEST AND COMPLETE
UPDATE WITH VERIFIED SOLUTIONS –
ASSURES PASS
1. A psychologist in Texas receives a court order to release a client’s therapy
records. The client has explicitly requested confidentiality. What is the
psychologist’s primary ethical and legal responsibility?
A. Refuse to release the records and risk contempt of court
B. Comply with the court order while informing the client of the
disclosure
C. Destroy the records to protect the client’s privacy
D. Release only the information the client has already disclosed publicly
Rationale: Psychologists must follow lawful court orders. Texas law allows
disclosure under a court order, but ethical practice requires informing the client of
the release.
2. A psychologist is asked to testify in a child custody case about a minor
client. Which factor is most critical in deciding whether to accept the
request?
A. The client’s grade in school
B. The parent’s relationship with the psychologist
C. The potential impact on the therapeutic relationship and the minor’s
welfare
D. Whether the psychologist charges extra for testimony
,Rationale: Protecting the welfare of the client and the therapeutic relationship is
central to ethical practice.
3. Which of the following is a mandatory reportable offense under Texas law
for psychologists?
A. Marital infidelity
B. Child abuse or neglect
C. Adult substance use
D. Domestic disputes between adults
Rationale: Texas law requires psychologists to report suspected child abuse or
neglect immediately.
4. A psychologist notices a colleague engaging in unethical behavior that could
harm clients. What is the most appropriate course of action according to
professional standards?
A. Ignore the behavior to maintain collegiality
B. Confront the colleague publicly
C. Address the concern directly with the colleague if possible, and
report to appropriate authorities if not resolved
D. Resign from the practice
Rationale: APA ethics encourage addressing concerns with the colleague first and
reporting to licensing boards if unresolved.
5. A client reports thoughts of self-harm but has no immediate plan. The
psychologist should:
A. Assess risk, safety planning, and provide referrals or interventions
B. Ignore the report since no plan exists
, C. Immediately hospitalize the client
D. Advise the client to stop thinking about self-harm
Rationale: Ethical and legal practice requires assessment, safety planning, and
intervention proportional to risk.
6. Which of the following demonstrates dual relationships that are
prohibited or require careful management?
A. Seeing a client in therapy and teaching a course where the client is
enrolled
B. Socializing occasionally outside sessions with adult clients
C. Both A and B require careful consideration; A is generally prohibited
D. Only seeing multiple clients in group therapy
Rationale: Dual relationships can impair objectivity or exploit clients. Teaching a
current client is prohibited; socializing is discouraged depending on risk.
7. A Texas psychologist evaluates a client for disability benefits. Which
principle must guide documentation and reporting?
A. Personal opinion
B. Client’s preferred outcome
C. Accuracy, objectivity, and adherence to professional standards
D. Speed of report completion
Rationale: Ethical practice demands objective, evidence-based reporting in
assessments.
8. A psychologist practicing telehealth with clients in Texas must ensure:
A. Only that technology works
, B. Compliance with confidentiality, security standards, and state
jurisdiction laws
C. That clients prefer video over audio
D. That sessions are shorter than in-person sessions
Rationale: Telepsychology requires compliance with HIPAA, state law, and ethical
security standards.
9. If a psychologist discovers a minor client is being abused by a parent, the
first step is:
A. Call the police immediately
B. Report the abuse to the Texas Department of Family and Protective
Services
C. Confront the parent directly
D. Wait until the minor turns 18
Rationale: Texas law mandates immediate reporting to the appropriate child
protective services agency.
10.In Texas, practicing psychology without a license can result in:
A. Civil warning only
B. Criminal prosecution, fines, and injunctive orders
C. Mandatory continuing education
D. Community service
Rationale: The Texas Psychologists’ Licensing Act prohibits unlicensed practice
and provides legal penalties.
