PSYC 242 Exam 3 Review Questions with
Verified Correct Answers
When a therapist decides to use a different technique with a different client based on what is
most empirically supported for that client's specific disorder (e.g., treating one client with
CBT, treatment another client with psychodynamic techniques), it is known as what type of
approach?
A. eclectic
B. integrative
C. humanistic
A
Which of the following does Lilienfeld identify as an "opportunity cost" of harmful therapy?
A. the expense of treatment
B. the risk of being stigmatized for attending therapy
C. lost time associated with seeking out and attending non-beneficial treatment
D. all of the above
C
According to research, individuals with which of the following treatment needs are most likely
to experience deterioration after receiving treatment?
A. schizophrenia
B. substance abuse
C. eating disorders
D. mood disorders
B
Which of the following is considered a PHT because it has been shown to increase
symptoms/maladaptive behaviors compared to when no treatment is given?
A. Critical Incident Stress Debriefing
B. Scared Straight programs
C. Grief counseling
D. all of the above
D
, ESTs are different from EBPP in which of the following ways?
A. ESTs accounts for patient values whereas EBPP does not
B. EBPP is more encompassing in considering what will work best for the patient whereas ESTs
are evaluating whether a particular treatment works for a certain disorder.
C. ESTs encompass a broad range of clinical activities whereas EBPP focus on a specific
psychological treatment
D. there is no difference between EBPP and ESTs - the terms can be used interchangeably
B
According to research, what element has been most commonly identified as necessary for the
creation of a successful therapeutic relationship?
A. empathy
B. genuineness
C. hope
D. attending skills
A
Which of the following is NOT included in Lilienfeld's operationalization of Potential Harmful
Therapy (PHT)?
A. clients report high rates of dissatisfaction with the therapy
B. the therapy has demonstrated harmful psychological effects in clients
C. the harmful effects of treatment are enduring and not a short-term exacerbation of
symptoms
D. independent studies have replicated the harmful effects of the treatment
A
According to the APA Task Force, EBPP is defined as having each of the following general
components EXCEPT:
A. streamlined financial processes
B. best available research
C. clinical expertise
D. patient preferences
A
Lilienfeld suggests all of the following are reasons a client may prematurely drop out of
treatment EXCEPT:
A. client experiences quick improvement
B. weak therapeutic alliance
Verified Correct Answers
When a therapist decides to use a different technique with a different client based on what is
most empirically supported for that client's specific disorder (e.g., treating one client with
CBT, treatment another client with psychodynamic techniques), it is known as what type of
approach?
A. eclectic
B. integrative
C. humanistic
A
Which of the following does Lilienfeld identify as an "opportunity cost" of harmful therapy?
A. the expense of treatment
B. the risk of being stigmatized for attending therapy
C. lost time associated with seeking out and attending non-beneficial treatment
D. all of the above
C
According to research, individuals with which of the following treatment needs are most likely
to experience deterioration after receiving treatment?
A. schizophrenia
B. substance abuse
C. eating disorders
D. mood disorders
B
Which of the following is considered a PHT because it has been shown to increase
symptoms/maladaptive behaviors compared to when no treatment is given?
A. Critical Incident Stress Debriefing
B. Scared Straight programs
C. Grief counseling
D. all of the above
D
, ESTs are different from EBPP in which of the following ways?
A. ESTs accounts for patient values whereas EBPP does not
B. EBPP is more encompassing in considering what will work best for the patient whereas ESTs
are evaluating whether a particular treatment works for a certain disorder.
C. ESTs encompass a broad range of clinical activities whereas EBPP focus on a specific
psychological treatment
D. there is no difference between EBPP and ESTs - the terms can be used interchangeably
B
According to research, what element has been most commonly identified as necessary for the
creation of a successful therapeutic relationship?
A. empathy
B. genuineness
C. hope
D. attending skills
A
Which of the following is NOT included in Lilienfeld's operationalization of Potential Harmful
Therapy (PHT)?
A. clients report high rates of dissatisfaction with the therapy
B. the therapy has demonstrated harmful psychological effects in clients
C. the harmful effects of treatment are enduring and not a short-term exacerbation of
symptoms
D. independent studies have replicated the harmful effects of the treatment
A
According to the APA Task Force, EBPP is defined as having each of the following general
components EXCEPT:
A. streamlined financial processes
B. best available research
C. clinical expertise
D. patient preferences
A
Lilienfeld suggests all of the following are reasons a client may prematurely drop out of
treatment EXCEPT:
A. client experiences quick improvement
B. weak therapeutic alliance
