CCOU 202 Midterm Quiz Liberty University
Question 2
3 / 3 pts
When most people envision counseling, they are likely to think about __________, but the process also invariably involves ____________.
assessment, intervention
diagnoses, therapy
intervention, assessment
therapy, diagnoses
Question 3
3 / 3 pts
While there is a basic respect for the ethical codes, Koocher and Keith-Spiegel (2008) point out that there are still a number of reasons why a therapist might behave unethically. Below are all reasons except
inexperience
ignorance
being naÔve
all of the above are reasons
giving good advice after empathetic listening
making available daily multi-situational support
all of the above
Question 5
3 / 3 pts
In addition to aspirational ideals, codes of ethics also include what are called
________________. These are the rules and regulations that are sufficiently focused and specific to use as standards of practice, and that can be enforced when a clinician is judged to have broken them.
justice obligations
enforced obligations
mandatory obligations
ethical code of obligations
IncorrectQuestion 6
0 / 3 pts
Lay counseling can only be provided in an informal format (setting such as homes, hospitals, nursing homes, etc.) and not be provided in formal settings.
True
correct answer
False
Question 7
3 / 3 pts
Studies show that counselors will benefit from just attending continuing educational conferences without having to apply the information.
True
False
Question 8
3 / 3 pts
Smith & Cahill (2000) examined the creation narrative and concluded that which of the following was part of God’s good creation from the very beginning?
race
diversity
ethnicity
culture
Question 9
3 / 3 pts
The author talks about the importance of Christian mental health professionals to establish a strong link with a local church. This is essential because the church
serves as a source of support, accountability, and empowerment
promotes a greater concern for the welfare status of those who are marginalized
talk about the mental health crisis in safety
both a and b
Question 10
3 / 3 pts
In addition to the ethical codes generated by professional organizations, a number of clinical guidelines for practice have been developed. One example of this is the APA’s “Guidelines on Multicultural Education, Training, Research, Practice, and Organizational Change for Psychologists.”
True
False
Question 11
3 / 3 pts
Which of the following is recognized as one of the statements on professional ethics recognized by The Christian Association for Psychological Studies (CAPS)?
limits of competence
continuing education
personal difficulties
all of the above
False
they will decrease
they will increase
they will remain stable
none of the above
psychotherapy and Christian ethics rarely need to interact with each other, but the two are not total opposites and can be used effectively together
psychotherapy and Christian ethics are completely separate domains and their dialogue is neither required nor desired
psychotherapy is a profoundly ethical endeavor and Christian ethics supports and challenges the ethical positions represented in therapy
none of the above
Question 15
3 / 3 pts
The author argues that the qualities of the elder and overseer in the early church are some of the same qualities that Christian therapists should aspire to.
True
False
attending the same Bible study
worshipping at the same church
volunteering in the community
ethical theory
ethical practice
ethical history
IncorrectQuestion 18
0 / 3 pts
With the notion that therapy can be understood on several different levels, Neimeyer (1993) distinguishes between four levels of therapy in order of increasing abstractness. Which of the following is not one of these levels?
correct answer
major theory
strategies and techniques
clinical theory
formal theory
IncorrectQuestion 19
0 / 3 pts
The author argues that the involvement with other Christians and a strong tie with a local church are important for the Christian mental health professional. All the following are reasons for this except
To fully fulfill one’s calling, ministry, or vocation
Greater awareness of the marginalized in society
To keep personal and professional roles separate
Support and resources from fellow believers in the church
Question 20
3 / 3 pts
This philosophical basis for determining what constitutes ethical behavior focuses on the essence of the act itself and defines some acts as good and others as bad.
aspirational ideals
teleological approach
deontological approach
none of the above
lay counselor supervisor
licensed mental health professional
clinical educator
Question 22
3 / 3 pts
The author encourages Christian mental health professionals to become actively involved in a support group of only Christian therapists to increase their knowledge and expertise.
True
False
Question 23
3 / 3 pts
To date, the author provides evidence for religious/spiritual interventions’ effectiveness, showing that they outperform secular approaches.
True
False
Question 24
3 / 3 pts
According to the text, ________ implies a recognition of one’s strengths and weaknesses, and the humility to pursue further consultation, training and supervision throughout one’s professional career.
awareness
growth
competence
skill
Question 25
3 / 3 pts
In 1992, Welfel conducted a review of the literature relevant to ethics education. What did she conclude as a particular area in training that was systematically lacking?
more attention to clinical applications of the APA’s Ethical Code
more formal evaluations regarding the outcomes of ethics education
interns’ understanding of competence
all of the above
Christian ethics provides a rationale for the professional standards
the two are logically inequivalent
codes of professional ethics exhaust what Christian ethics has to say about ethics in therapy
all of the above are reasons
they understand the use of Scripture wisely
they never refer clients
they request help for their own problems
interpersonal contexts
both a and b
none of the above
Question 29
3 / 3 pts
According to the text, lay counselors can use terms such as “psychologists” and “psychotherapy” to refer to who they are and what they do.
True
False
Question 30
3 / 3 pts
According to the text, guidelines that are narrower in scope have been designed to inform practice with specific populations including which of the following?
older adults
women and girls
lesbian, gay, and bisexual clients
all of the above
redemption
mental health
none of the above
sexual feelings of the therapist toward a client
lack of detailed documentation for clients
insensitivity to clients’ diversity
Question 33
3 / 3 pts
According to the text, the MMPI-2 (Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory) has been found to overpathologize individuals of ________ descent, which speaks to “test bias.”
Caucasian
African American
Asian
Latino
Question 34
3 / 3 pts
One can expect that academic and practical preparation can guarantee competence and can safely leave it to the judgements of professional licensing or credentialing bodies.
True
False
Question 35
3 / 3 pts
McMinn and Meek (1997) surveyed ethical beliefs and behaviors of nine hundred members of the American Association of Christian Counselors. The researchers’ conclusion was that the majority of the sample of Christian mental health professionals
sees their graduate training in professional ethics as meaningful
sees their graduate training in professional ethics as pointless
sees their graduate training in professional ethics as challenging
none of the above
Question 36
3 / 3 pts
Adair (1992) noted that the Christian Counselors of Texas added the requirement that lay counselors obtain ____________________ as part of their guidelines for supervision.
malpractice insurance
informed consent
licensure
written records
False
accurate and sufficient information on his or her qualifications
their training and values
the process, goals, and possible consequences of counseling
all of the above
Question 39
3 / 3 pts
Becker’s (1987) article covering the main legal and ethical considerations pertinent to the paraprofessional or lay counselor in the church context emphasizing which of the following?
competence
confidentiality
choice
all of the above
Question 40
practical and clear lectures
homework reading
memorizing the pastoral code of ethics
both a and b
Question 41
3 / 3 pts
The New Testament message proclaims a balance between grace and law. According to the text, which book of the Bible best explains this balance?
Romans
Matthew
Revelation
Acts
Question 42
3 / 3 pts
Although there are ongoing debates about whether Christian mental health professionals need to pursue professional licensure or not, it is the author’s opinion that this is good and necessary.
True
False
Question 43
3 / 3 pts
Kitchener (1984) identified five moral ideals that are foundational to many mental health codes. Which of the following is not one of them?
autonomy
nonmaleficence
fairness
fidelity
be aware of differences in variables like gender and ethnicity
overdiagnose clients to cover all the bases
all of the above
Question 45
3 / 3 pts
One of the ten guidelines for improving the competence of Christian clinicians is encouraging rigorous training in one of the major mental health disciplines.
True
False
Question 46
3 / 3 pts
Hays (2001) devised a simple and comprehensive means of exploring aspects of a person’s cultural identities and their own. Which of the following is Hays’ acronym for his model?
ADDRESSING
UNDERSTAND
CULTURE
IDENTITY
personality
social behaviors
all of the above
Question 48
3 / 3 pts
Which of the following was not one of the four factors that emerged in Peterson and Bry’s research in their analysis that consistently differentiated “incompetent” and “outstanding” student-clinicians toward the end of a doctoral program (1980)?
reputable credentials
professional responsibility
interpersonal warmth
experience
False
Question 50
3 / 3 pts
Ethical issues in lay counseling include which of the following?
adequate training provided
responsibility of supervision
types of counseling they are trained for
all of the above
Quiz Score: 141 out of 150
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