HSP Intervention and Evidence-Based Treatment 2

Question 1

Which component of Motivational Interviewing (MI) involves the clinician reflecting back ambivalence without pushing for change?

Accepted Answer

Rolling with resistance

Answer

Rolling with resistance is a core MI principle where the therapist avoids arguing and instead acknowledges and explores the client's ambivalence.

Question 2

A health psychologist is treating a patient with fibromyalgia using an evidence-based approach targeting pain catastrophizing. Which treatment is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for chronic pain

Answer

CBT for chronic pain directly targets maladaptive cognitions such as pain catastrophizing and is well-supported for fibromyalgia.

Question 3

In Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), the 'diary card' is primarily used to:

Accepted Answer

Track target behaviors and skill use between sessions

Answer

Diary cards help clients and therapists monitor urges, emotions, and skill use throughout the week, guiding session priorities.

Question 4

Which treatment approach has the strongest evidence base for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?

Accepted Answer

Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)

Answer

ERP, a form of CBT, is the gold-standard behavioral treatment for OCD, directly targeting avoidance of feared stimuli and compulsive rituals.

Question 5

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) differs from traditional CBT primarily because it:

Accepted Answer

Encourages acceptance of thoughts without trying to change their content

Answer

ACT promotes psychological flexibility by teaching clients to accept inner experiences and defuse from unhelpful thoughts rather than disputing them.

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HSP Intervention and Evidence-Based Treatment 2