Which type of clinical interview would yield a higher degree of consistency across different people in attempting to reach a diagnostic judgment?
A. unstructured interview
B. structured interview
C. semistructured interview
D. computerized interview
Answer: B
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Sameroff (1993) stated that "all life is characterized by disturbance that is overcome, and that only through disturbance can we advance and grow.". How does this statement further the understanding of developmental psychopathology?
a. It provides a basis for defining psychopathology in youth. b. It normalizes the fact that most children can and do face challenges. c. It creates a basis for understanding why we must provide funding for children's mental health. d. It supports the fact that in order to overcome adversity all humans need support.
Janice has bipolar disorder and refuses to take medication to control her manic episodes. She was arrested last night for disturbing the peace and assault. When she is brought into custody, it is apparent that she is experiencing a manic episode. She appears very disturbed, and after a psychological evaluation, a psychologist files a report with the court indicating that Janice is not competent to stand trial. What will likely happen to Janice now?
a. She will be given medication, and once her manic episode has been controlled, she will be released with no further court involvement. b. She will be confined in a secure facility until she is deemed competent to stand trial. c. She will be represented during court proceedings by her legal guardian. d. She will be sent to a public psychiatric hospital until she is deemed competent to stand trial.
Which statement does NOT distinguish human language from the signalling systems of other species?
A) Humans can use language to transmit information to others, whereas animals cannot. B) Human language has a far more complex structure than other signalling systems. C) Humans, but not other species, can reference intangible items such as concepts. D) Human language can be used to describe or categorize things to the thinker using the language.
Israel believes that helping the host clean up after a party is the right thing to do. However, he really hates cleaning, and the mess makes him feel disgusted, so he usually does not help. In other words, the cognitive component of Israel's attitude toward cleaning is inconsistent with both the __________ and __________ components.
A. direct experience; affective B. perceived control; behavioral C. affective; behavioral D. affective; emotional