Clinical Psychology

Description: This quiz aims to assess your understanding of various aspects of Clinical Psychology, including theories, disorders, and treatment approaches.
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Which of the following is NOT a major perspective in Clinical Psychology?

  1. Behavioral

  2. Cognitive

  3. Psychodynamic

  4. Neurobiological


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Neurobiological perspective is not a major perspective in Clinical Psychology. The major perspectives are Behavioral, Cognitive, and Psychodynamic.

According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), what is the primary purpose of a mental disorder diagnosis?

  1. To provide a label for a person's symptoms

  2. To guide treatment decisions

  3. To predict the course of an illness

  4. To facilitate research


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The primary purpose of a mental disorder diagnosis is to guide treatment decisions.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of anxiety disorder?

  1. Generalized Anxiety Disorder

  2. Social Anxiety Disorder

  3. Panic Disorder

  4. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is not a common type of anxiety disorder. The common types are Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder, and Panic Disorder.

What is the primary goal of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?

  1. To change maladaptive thoughts and behaviors

  2. To increase self-awareness and insight

  3. To resolve unconscious conflicts

  4. To provide emotional support


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary goal of CBT is to change maladaptive thoughts and behaviors.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of mood disorder?

  1. Major Depressive Disorder

  2. Bipolar Disorder

  3. Seasonal Affective Disorder

  4. Borderline Personality Disorder


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Borderline Personality Disorder is not a common type of mood disorder. The common types are Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, and Seasonal Affective Disorder.

What is the primary goal of Psychodynamic Therapy?

  1. To uncover unconscious conflicts

  2. To change maladaptive thoughts and behaviors

  3. To increase self-awareness and insight

  4. To provide emotional support


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary goal of Psychodynamic Therapy is to uncover unconscious conflicts.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of personality disorder?

  1. Antisocial Personality Disorder

  2. Borderline Personality Disorder

  3. Narcissistic Personality Disorder

  4. Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder is not a common type of personality disorder. The common types are Antisocial Personality Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, and Narcissistic Personality Disorder.

What is the primary goal of Humanistic Therapy?

  1. To promote self-actualization and personal growth

  2. To change maladaptive thoughts and behaviors

  3. To resolve unconscious conflicts

  4. To provide emotional support


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary goal of Humanistic Therapy is to promote self-actualization and personal growth.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of eating disorder?

  1. Anorexia Nervosa

  2. Bulimia Nervosa

  3. Binge Eating Disorder

  4. Orthorexia Nervosa


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Orthorexia Nervosa is not a common type of eating disorder. The common types are Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, and Binge Eating Disorder.

What is the primary goal of Family Therapy?

  1. To improve communication and relationships within a family

  2. To change maladaptive thoughts and behaviors

  3. To resolve unconscious conflicts

  4. To provide emotional support


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary goal of Family Therapy is to improve communication and relationships within a family.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of substance use disorder?

  1. Alcohol Use Disorder

  2. Opioid Use Disorder

  3. Cannabis Use Disorder

  4. Gambling Disorder


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gambling Disorder is not a common type of substance use disorder. The common types are Alcohol Use Disorder, Opioid Use Disorder, and Cannabis Use Disorder.

What is the primary goal of Group Therapy?

  1. To provide a safe and supportive environment for sharing experiences

  2. To change maladaptive thoughts and behaviors

  3. To resolve unconscious conflicts

  4. To provide emotional support


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary goal of Group Therapy is to provide a safe and supportive environment for sharing experiences.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of sexual dysfunction?

  1. Erectile Dysfunction

  2. Premature Ejaculation

  3. Female Orgasmic Disorder

  4. Pedophilia


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pedophilia is not a common type of sexual dysfunction. The common types are Erectile Dysfunction, Premature Ejaculation, and Female Orgasmic Disorder.

What is the primary goal of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)?

  1. To teach skills for managing emotions and relationships

  2. To change maladaptive thoughts and behaviors

  3. To resolve unconscious conflicts

  4. To provide emotional support


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary goal of DBT is to teach skills for managing emotions and relationships.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of trauma-related disorder?

  1. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

  2. Acute Stress Disorder

  3. Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD)

  4. Adjustment Disorder


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Adjustment Disorder is not a common type of trauma-related disorder. The common types are PTSD, Acute Stress Disorder, and C-PTSD.

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