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Understanding School Psychology

Description: Understanding School Psychology
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What is the primary role of a school psychologist?

  1. To provide academic support to students

  2. To conduct psychological assessments

  3. To provide counseling and therapy to students

  4. To consult with teachers and parents


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

School psychologists primarily focus on providing consultation and support to teachers, parents, and administrators to help them understand and address the academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students.

Which of the following is NOT a common area of focus for school psychologists?

  1. Academic achievement

  2. Social skills development

  3. Behavior management

  4. Career counseling


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Career counseling is typically not a primary focus for school psychologists, as they are more concerned with the immediate academic, social, and emotional well-being of students.

What is the purpose of a functional behavior assessment (FBA)?

  1. To identify the underlying causes of a student's challenging behavior

  2. To develop a behavior intervention plan

  3. To monitor the effectiveness of a behavior intervention plan

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The purpose of an FBA is to gather information about the student's behavior, the antecedents and consequences of the behavior, and the student's environment in order to develop and implement an effective behavior intervention plan.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of therapy used by school psychologists?

  1. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)

  2. Play therapy

  3. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)

  4. Psychodynamic therapy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Psychodynamic therapy is not typically used by school psychologists, as it is a long-term therapy that is not well-suited for the school setting.

What is the role of a school psychologist in crisis intervention?

  1. To provide immediate support to students in crisis

  2. To develop a crisis response plan

  3. To provide follow-up support to students after a crisis

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

School psychologists play a vital role in crisis intervention by providing immediate support to students in crisis, developing crisis response plans, and providing follow-up support to students after a crisis.

Which of the following is NOT a common challenge faced by school psychologists?

  1. Limited resources

  2. Lack of parental involvement

  3. Unrealistic expectations from teachers and administrators

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Lack of parental involvement is not typically a common challenge faced by school psychologists, as they typically have good relationships with parents and families.

What is the purpose of a school-wide positive behavior support (SWPBS) program?

  1. To create a positive and supportive school climate

  2. To reduce challenging behaviors among students

  3. To promote social and emotional learning

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The purpose of a SWPBS program is to create a positive and supportive school climate, reduce challenging behaviors among students, and promote social and emotional learning.

Which of the following is NOT a common assessment tool used by school psychologists?

  1. Intelligence tests

  2. Achievement tests

  3. Personality tests

  4. Projective tests


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Projective tests are not typically used by school psychologists, as they are not considered to be reliable or valid measures of psychological functioning.

What is the role of a school psychologist in conducting psychoeducational evaluations?

  1. To assess a student's academic strengths and weaknesses

  2. To identify any learning disabilities or other educational needs

  3. To make recommendations for appropriate educational interventions

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

School psychologists play a vital role in conducting psychoeducational evaluations by assessing a student's academic strengths and weaknesses, identifying any learning disabilities or other educational needs, and making recommendations for appropriate educational interventions.

Which of the following is NOT a common ethical principle that guides the work of school psychologists?

  1. Confidentiality

  2. Competence

  3. Integrity

  4. Autonomy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Autonomy is not a common ethical principle that guides the work of school psychologists, as they are typically employed by schools and must follow the policies and procedures of the school district.

What is the role of a school psychologist in promoting mental health and well-being among students?

  1. To provide direct counseling and therapy to students

  2. To consult with teachers and parents on how to support students' mental health

  3. To develop and implement school-wide mental health programs

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

School psychologists play a vital role in promoting mental health and well-being among students by providing direct counseling and therapy to students, consulting with teachers and parents on how to support students' mental health, and developing and implementing school-wide mental health programs.

Which of the following is NOT a common setting in which school psychologists work?

  1. Public schools

  2. Private schools

  3. Charter schools

  4. Hospitals


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Hospitals are not a common setting in which school psychologists work, as they are typically employed by schools.

What is the purpose of a multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) in school psychology?

  1. To provide early intervention and support to students who are struggling

  2. To identify students who need additional academic or behavioral support

  3. To monitor the progress of students who are receiving support

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The purpose of an MTSS is to provide early intervention and support to students who are struggling, identify students who need additional academic or behavioral support, and monitor the progress of students who are receiving support.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of data that school psychologists collect?

  1. Academic data

  2. Behavioral data

  3. Social-emotional data

  4. Medical data


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Medical data is not typically collected by school psychologists, as they are not medical professionals.

What is the role of a school psychologist in advocating for students with disabilities?

  1. To ensure that students with disabilities have access to appropriate educational services

  2. To represent students with disabilities in legal proceedings

  3. To provide support to students with disabilities and their families

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

School psychologists play a vital role in advocating for students with disabilities by ensuring that they have access to appropriate educational services, representing them in legal proceedings, and providing support to students with disabilities and their families.

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