Behavioral Psychology in Abnormal Psychology: Exam on Treatments MCQs
Test your knowledge of behavioral psychology in abnormal psychology. Explore behavioral therapy techniques, treatment strategies and their application in mental health disorders.
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1. Which of the following is the main focus of behavioral therapy in abnormal psychology?
- To identify unconscious thoughts
- To change problematic behaviors through reinforcement and punishment
- To explore past childhood experiences
- To focus on the emotional state of the individual
2. In behavioral therapy, what is used to reduce undesirable behaviors?
- Positive reinforcement
- Classical conditioning
- Punishment
- Cognitive restructuring
3. Which technique is often used in behavior therapy to help a client confront fears?
- Systematic desensitization
- Free association
- Dream analysis
- Cognitive restructuring
4. What is the primary goal of operant conditioning in the treatment of abnormal behavior?
- To increase the frequency of positive behaviors
- To decrease anxiety levels
- To explore the unconscious mind
- To achieve insight into past trauma
5. In the context of abnormal psychology, what is the focus of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)?
- Using medications to alter brain chemistry
- Exploring childhood experiences
- Increasing awareness of the unconscious
- Changing negative thought patterns and behaviors
6. Which of the following is an example of positive reinforcement in treating abnormal behavior?
- Praising a patient for using coping strategies
- Giving a time-out for undesirable behavior
- Ignoring a patient’s negative behavior
- Offering a punishment for non-compliance
7. What does systematic desensitization primarily target in treating abnormal psychology?
- Eating disorders
- Obsessive-compulsive behaviors
- Panic attacks and phobias
- Depressive thoughts
8. Which of the following is a key component of exposure therapy for anxiety disorders?
- Gradually exposing individuals to feared stimuli in a controlled way
- Challenging irrational thoughts directly
- Reducing anxiety with medication
- Focusing on dream analysis
9. In cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), what technique is used to help clients change distorted thinking patterns?
- Thought records and cognitive restructuring
- Free association
- Dream interpretation
- Meditation and mindfulness
10. What is the main principle behind token economies in behavioral therapy?
- Focusing on the patient’s emotional insight
- Offering tangible rewards for desirable behaviors
- Reducing negative emotions through relaxation
- Fostering self-awareness through journaling
11. In treating obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), what behavioral technique is commonly used?
- Exposure and response prevention
- Free association
- Self-hypnosis
- Cognitive restructuring
12. What is the role of reinforcement in treating addiction through behavioral therapy?
- To reward positive behaviors such as sobriety
- To increase stress levels for better self-control
- To punish the individual for relapsing
- To ignore the behaviors entirely
13. Which of the following is an example of cognitive distortion in abnormal psychology?
- Overgeneralization
- Exposure to a stressful event
- Developing new coping strategies
- Gaining emotional insight
14. How does behavioral therapy aim to treat depression?
- By focusing on unconscious conflicts
- By exploring childhood trauma
- By increasing reinforcement for positive behaviors and reducing avoidance
- By using medications to alter brain chemistry
15. In treating phobias, what is the primary goal of flooding therapy?
- To expose the individual to the feared stimulus all at once to reduce anxiety
- To gradually expose the individual to feared stimuli in stages
- To alter the individual’s cognitive patterns
- To provide emotional support through discussion
16. Which type of reinforcement is most often used in the treatment of abnormal behavior?
- Punishment
- Negative reinforcement
- Positive reinforcement
- None of the above
17. What is the purpose of behavioral contracting in therapy?
- To establish clear goals and reinforcement contingencies for clients
- To explore the client’s emotions through discussion
- To expose the client to traumatic memories
- To analyze the client’s dreams
18. Which of the following is an example of punishment in behavior therapy?
- Praising a client for good actions
- Giving a reward for good behavior
- Ignoring a negative behavior
- Giving a time-out for misbehavior
19. In treating an individual with borderline personality disorder, what behavioral therapy technique is often used?
- Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
- Cognitive restructuring
- Person-centered therapy
- Psychoanalysis
20. How is behavioral activation used in the treatment of depression?
- By increasing engagement in positive, rewarding activities
- By focusing on unconscious memories
- By using dream interpretation to explore the past
- By providing relaxation techniques
21. Which behavior therapy technique involves reinforcing successive approximations toward a target behavior?
- Modeling
- Shaping
- Flooding
- Systematic desensitization
22. What is the primary focus of applied behavior analysis (ABA)?
- Using reinforcement and punishment to modify behaviors
- Exploring the unconscious mind
- Enhancing emotional awareness
- Providing insight into past experiences
23. Which of the following is an example of behavioral therapy in treating anxiety?
- Taking medication to reduce anxiety
- Discussing past trauma with a therapist
- Gradual exposure to anxiety-inducing situations to reduce fear
- Analyzing dreams to uncover unconscious fears
24. In behavior therapy, which of the following is considered an “aversive” stimulus?
- A loud noise used to discourage an undesirable behavior
- A reward used to encourage good behavior
- Positive praise for appropriate actions
- A comforting environment to reduce stress
25. What is the goal of contingency management in behavioral therapy?
- To explore unconscious thoughts
- To provide emotional support through discussion
- To reward positive behavior with tangible incentives
- To promote self-awareness through reflection
26. In the treatment of abnormal behavior, what does "response cost" refer to?
- Taking away a previously earned reward as a consequence of negative behavior
- Giving a reward for positive behavior
- Using relaxation techniques to reduce anxiety
- Allowing the individual to avoid unpleasant stimuli
27. What is a key feature of contingency management in treating addiction?
- Using cognitive restructuring
- Focusing on emotional insight
- Exploring unconscious thoughts
- Rewarding abstinence from drugs with vouchers or privileges
28. Which therapy focuses on changing self-defeating behavior patterns by using rewards and punishments?
- Behavioral therapy
- Psychodynamic therapy
- Humanistic therapy
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy
29. Which of the following best describes the use of reinforcement in behavior therapy?
- Increasing the likelihood of a behavior by rewarding it
- Decreasing the likelihood of a behavior by punishing it
- Focusing on understanding the root cause of behavior
- Helping the individual process past trauma
30. In which of the following disorders is exposure therapy most commonly used in behavior therapy?
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Generalized anxiety disorder
- Phobias
- Depression