- How do different viewpoints help counselors gain a better understanding of abnormal behavior?

A. To suggest areas of focus for research and treatment

B. To provide a system of thought in which to place observed data

C. To provide invalid information

D. A and B

- Which section of the DSM-5 contains information about relational problems, problems related to abuse and neglect, as well as housing problems?

A. Somatic symptom and related disorders

B. Adjustment disorders

C. Other conditions that may be a focus of clinical attention

D. Depressive disorders

Mary is a 24-year-old female who presents with depressive symptoms. She recently got divorced and is now having difficulty living on her income. She has difficulty paying her bills each month. She is considering taking a second job, but she does not want to lose time with her children. Which Z Codes would apply?

A. Z63.8 and Z56.82

B. Z63.5 and Z59.5

C. Z55.9 and Z59.1

D. Z69.021 and Z63.4

Steven is a 6-year-old boy who is having trouble in school. He meets several of the diagnostic criteria for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder; however, you do not have enough information at this time to give a firm diagnosis. In such cases, what specifier can be used?

A. Rule out

B. Principal

C. Provisional

D. None of the above

- When did the ICD-10 codes replace ICD-9 Codes in most states?

A. October 2015 when the official implementation occured

B. Never. Mental health counselors always use ICD-9 codes.

C. January 2015, but only when the client has a dual diagnosis

D. Effective 2014, but only when referred by a physician

Jane presents with symptoms of generalized anxiety. She has experienced symptoms of anxiety for the last 6 years. She reports that she has recently become more anxious; therefore, she drinks a bottle of wine or more each night to help her relax. Jane has cravings to drink and often has difficulty getting up in the morning due to extreme hangovers. Jane has tried to stop drinking but has been unsuccessful because she sees drinking alcohol as the most effective way to cope. Jane's diagnosis is written on her treatment plan as follows:

F41.11 Generalized anxiety disorder F10.20 Alcohol use disorder, moderate Based on the information provided, which diagnosis is considered principal?

A. Alcohol use disorder

B. Generalized anxiety disorder

C. Both are principal

D. Not enough information to determine

One significant change in the DSM-5 as compared to the DSM-IV-TR is:

A. The inclusion of V codes

B. The removal of the multiaxial system

C. Both A and B

D. None of the above

When would an other specified disorder be given?

A. When the client presents with clinically significant symptoms, but the symptomology falls short of the diagnostic threshold for a given specifier

B. When the diagnosis is provisional and clinically significant symptoms are not present

C. When the clinician is unsure if a diagnosis is warranted

D. Never. It is best to use Not Otherwise Specified (NOS

- Individuals who are diagnosed with mental disorders most likely experience significant distress or disability in:

A. Social functioning

B. Occupational activities

C. Important life activities

D. All of the above

Which of the following is a strength of the DSM?

A. The criteria help professionals understand the individual's culture

B. The criteria are concise and explic

C. The criteria are intended to facilitate an objective assessment of symptom presentations in a variety of clinical settings

D. B and C

E. None of the above

Which of the following is weakness of the DSM?

A. It is a label applied to a category of symptoms.

B. It may lead others to make assumptions about the person's behavior.

C. It may ignore the social context of the behavior.

D. A and B

E. All of the above

John presents with symptoms of anger and rage. His score on the DSM-5 Cross Cutting Symptom Measure indicated that his symptoms are severe. Based on this information, what can you conclude?

A. John needs inpatient treatment.

B. John has homicidal thoughts.

C. There is a possible need for detailed clinical inquiry.

D. There is a family history of mental health problems.

Michael was recently diagnosed by his psychiatrist with bipolar disorder. He reports that his mother was diagnosed in her teenage years with bipolar disorder. He also indicates that his maternal grandfather was never officially diagnosed, but he often referred to himself as "being manic depressive." Michael states that he does not think he needs counseling, because he feels that medication will eliminate his symptoms. Michael's position supports which causal viewpoint?

A. Psychological

B. Biological

C. Sociocultural

D. All of the above

- Which of the following are NOT representative of psychological causal factors of abnormal behavior?

A. Inadequate parenting styles

B. Abuse and neglect in the home

C. Peer rejection

D. none of the above

E. All of the above are representative of psychological casual factors

When a cluster of co-occurring symptoms found in a specific cultural group, community, or context is not recognized as a mental illness within the culture, such cultural patterns of distress can be known as a:

A. Cultural idiom of distress

B. Cultural explanation

C. Cultural syndrome

D. Cultural defiance

Why is it important to understand gender influences in the diagnostic process?

A. It may exclusively determine whether an individual is at risk for a disorder.

B. Males are more prone to be diagnosed with a mental disorder than females.

C. Females are more prone to be diagnosed with a mental disorder than males.

D. Gender differences are irrelevant when determining a diagnosis.

E. None of the above

Angel routinely experiences episodes of panic. She identifies these as "attacks" and she states that she spends a great deal of time worrying about having another attack. Which diagnosis would seem to be most appropriate for Angel?

A. F60.0 Paranoid Personality Disorder

B. F43.10 Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

C. F41.0 Panic Disorder

D. A and C

E. All of the above

- The acronym WHODAS refers to:

A. Women's Health Organization Disability Assessment Schedule

B. World Health Organization Diagnostic Assessment Schedule

C. World Home Operation Definitive Assessment Schedule

D. World Health Organization Disability Assessment Schedule

E. None of the above

Mark reports that he has been using multiple substances for 7 years. Although he minimizes his substance use, he believes that his substance use is causing multiple problems in his life. Although you have little information about Mark, it is likely that Mark would meet the criteria for which DSM-5 diagnosis?

A. Substance dependence

B. Substance abuse

C. Both substance abuse and dependence

D. Substance use disorder

- Which of the following are sociocultural causal factors of abnormal behavior?

A. Low socioeconomic status

B. Exposure to urban violence

C. Discrimination

D. A and C

E. All of the above