Psych Treatment (Winter 2023)

Erin has wondered for a while about pursuing therapy. Her work insurance plan offers coverage for mental health counsellors, but she feels that 'just talking about her problems' won't be much help. Which barrier is this an example of?

• Both internal and external

• Neither internal or external

• External

• Internal

Kyle is seeking out treatment for his depression, and wants to explore pharmacological options. Which of the following options is most likely to meet Kyle's needs?

• A clinical psychologist

• Both a clinical psychologist and a psychiatrist

• Neither a psychiatrist nor a clinical psychologist

• A psychiatrist

Which of the following is correct regarding the stages of change model?

• During the precontemplation stage, the individual has recognized the problem and is willing to make a change.

• During the maintenance stage, the individual is cognizant of potential stressors that may trigger re-emergence of the unhealthy behaviour.

• During the preparation stage, the individual has begun to take concrete steps to change the behaviour.

• During the action stage, the individual has acknowledged the existence of the problem but is unwilling to take action.

Haplex is a new drug thought to work by doubling the amount of serotonin transporter proteins. Should someone suffering from depression take Haplex?

• Yes, Haplex has the same function as SSRIs.

• Yes, Haplex has the opposite function as SSRIs.

• No, Haplex has the same function as SSRIs.

• No, Haplex has the opposite function of SSRIs.

What is FALSE about ego syntonic/dystonic classifications?

• They describe a patient's perspective of their disorder.

• They can shift back and forth over time.

• They can affect the progression of treatment.

• They are fixed for specific disorders.