5. Why does Frederick Douglass withhold the names of the slave masters and the white people that abused him despite writing this narrative as a free man and what does that say about the emotional power of fear is it perhaps reminiscent of post-traumatic stress syndrome?
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Please briefly describe your own beliefs about what makes human beings do, think, and feel, what we do. You are welcome to align with one of the historical perspectives or theorists and explain why you believe that, or explain your own theory of human behaviors, thoughts, and feelings.
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Do we have a moral obligation to the non-human biotic network of life and inanimate matter? Sometimes, this vast network is called 'the environment'. Human influence upon the environment has been profound, in the last few thousand years, but particularly so in the last 300 years, with the start of the Industrial Revolution that has helped to make our species ubiquitous and dominant among the other species. One a small side-line species, now, human beings are 'king of the hill'. The price of this dominance is overdevelopment, pollution on an epic scale. As we survey our natural world and what our species has done to it, often for the worse, what moral obligation have we to change our manner and collective 'footprint' on the planet - and other planets, if we include our nascent space programs?
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Identify the circumstances under which covenants were made in the traditional African society.
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Process Evaluation Case Study 2
Read the following case study, create a logic model, and respond to the questions.
Team Goal Setting Program
This grant funded program will be implemented at 16 worksites of a large retail organization in the United States and Canada. Using matched-pair random assignment, eight of the sites will receive the intervention (n = 885) and eight serve as control sites (n = 557). Potential participants are all administrative office workers between the ages of 28-65 years.
Goal setting theory proposes that goals influence behavior via the direction, mobilization and persistence of effort and the adoption of new behavioral strategies to achieve the goal. Social–ecological theory when applied to the workplace seeks to utilize the social and communication linkages that exist in the workplace, as well as the structural and management systems that form the operational context. Hence, the intervention had two components: (i) a goal setting component that focused on setting and attaining both personal and team goals and (ii) an organizational action component that was designed to activate the social and physical environment to promote physical activity. Within this structure are three main activities: an individual goal setting process, a team goal setting process and environmental supports for physical activity.
An individual goal setting process will be delivered by a previously-developed manual in order to encourage participants to set weekly goals for 10-min blocks of exercise and/or number of steps taken daily (as measured by a pedometer given to participants upon enrolling). Personal goals were targeted toward meeting or exceeding established public health recommendations for physical activity. These included accumulating >150 min each week of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity and/or >10,000 pedometer steps each day. In order to help participants set goals that were realistic and attainable, each participant was given an intervention manual, which discussed the nature and importance of setting goals, as well as activity and goal tracking sheets, how to increase self-efficacy to overcome obstacles to being physically active, reducing temptations to not exercise, how to avoid relapse in activity, how to stay motivated with competing demands and how to remain physically active beyond the end of the program (maintenance).
The team goal setting process revolves around a team competition. The team competition was chosen because it could activate peer social support and take advantage of the identities and competitive spirits of the various work units within the organization. Participants will organize themselves into teams, which will be headed by a team captain. Team captains volunteered for the role or were informally elected by team members. Team captains provide support and encouragement for physical activity and help track the team goal attainment. Members of the team are encouraged to exercise together, help increase self-efficacy of their teammates overcome obstacles and provide social support/encouragement for continued activity. Teams will publicly report their goals on a poster located in a high-traffic area at the worksite (break/lunch room) and compete for awards based on the percentage of members attaining their goals over the course of the intervention. Each member of every team that had 75% of its members reach the goal target (accumulation of >150 min of moderate and vigorous physical activity or >10,000 steps per day at least 9 of the 12 intervention weeks) receive an award. The award is given to try to increase reinforcement to be physically active.
Finally, environmental supports including development of a steering committee and environmental prompts will be put in place to support physical activity. The steering committee helped coordinate program activities. Environmental prompts in this intervention are posters designed to serve as a continual reminder of the goals (i.e. 10,000 steps a day) and ways to be physically active at work (i.e. taking the stairs, parking farther from the building). The posters have already been created.
Process Evaluation
The process evaluation question for this program is: Was the program delivered as planned? The process evaluation will address these process components:
Develop at least one example process evaluation SMART objective for each of the six process evaluation components noted in the description. Set reasonable targets for change or a level you think the program can achieve, as is appropriate. You must also post at least one or more quantitative or qualitative methods that could be used to assess each of the six objectives you have written.
In your responses to other individuals' posts, discuss the different objectives and methods that were created for each evaluation component.
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Victimization data are gathered from various sources. What are the strengths of official data, specifically that gathered in the Uniformed Crime Reports (UCR) and the National Crime Victim Survey (NCVS)?
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Compare the 1950s, the Great Society and Reaganomics. How are they similar and how are they different? Did they have the same goals for America? Which era do you think has the greater legacy to us today? Back up your statements with details.
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What programs are available to support the aging population and address end of life issues? Why do you think these are necessary? In researching these programs, what gaps need to be addressed? How could these be addressed? Use scholarly resources to support your explanations. Please provide citation supporting your answer.
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1.What is qualitative abnormality?
a. abnormal symptoms for which statistical norms are established b. a major deviation from key social norms
c. a consistent state of frustration and helplessness d. symptoms diagnosed in women e. symptoms of high quality
2. In the abbreviation, DSM, what does the “SM”stand for?
a. scientific method b. solo-micro c. statistical manual d. serious manic e. statistical manic-depressive
3. Your 22-year-old female patient displays symptoms of persistent anxiety for two weeks. As a clinical psychologist, how would you diagnose these symptoms?
a. Generalized Anxiety Disorder b. no diagnosis: these symptoms must be present for a longer period
c. phobia of the Othertype d. hypomanic episode with panic e. Phobia with anxiety symptoms
4. How many editions of the Diagnostic Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders have been released?
a. 3 b. 4 c. 5 d. 6 e. 7
5. A newly arrived male patient is extremely reluctant to undergo a simple procedure that requires a small incision (cut) on his neck; he fainted when the nurse showed him a digital picture of the proposed operation. If you know that this patient has a long history of phobic reactions, what type of phobia are you dealing with right now?
a. neck-and-face phobia b. nurse/doctor phobia c. irresponsible pain fear
d. situational/medical/operational phobia e. blood/injection/injury phobia
6. Why have there been several editions of DSM?
a. because the law requires the change every 3 years b. because of new research and new evidence about disorders c. because the law requires the change every 5 years d. because different sates use different editions
e. because some editions are designed for psychiatrists and others are for psychologists
7.Which three diagnostic categories are no longer in use in the United States?
a. phobia, mania, and panic disorder b. hysteria, mania, and panic disorder c. hysteria, madness, and neurosis
d. obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobia, and madness e. neurosis, phobia, and panic disorder
8. What is the difference between obsession and compulsions?
a. there is no difference according to DSM
b. obsessions are actions, compulsions are thoughts
c. obsessions are hallucinations, compulsions are delusions
d. compulsions are hallucinations, obsessions are delusions
e. obsessions are ideas, compulsions are behaviors
9. Which of these categories does not belong to the known types of OCD?
a. Cheaters b. Checkers c. Doubters d. Hoarders e. Counters
10. People with this type of OCD accumulate enormous amount of things of relatively low value they do not need to have and will likely never use.
a. storage people b. accumulators c. hoarders d. value jets e. keepers
11. One hundred years ago, the symptom “neurasthenia” meant that:
a. a patient had madness b. a patient developed alcohol addiction c. a patient was healthy
d. a patient had a brain injury e. a patient had a weak nervous system
12. Generalized Anxiety Disorder typically occurs as a response to a:
a. pregnancy b. manic episode c. major depressive episode d. weather change e. life stressor
13. Three major criteria to diagnose mental illness: abnormality, dysfunction and……
a. depression b. illness c. severe dysfunction d. emotional problem e. distress
14. There is a category of phobias called “Other”. What does this category represent?
a. phobias hat are associated with fear of heights b. phobias that are mild and do not require medical attention
c. phobias that do not fit in the basic four categories d. Phobias causing depression
e. phobias in other members of your family
15. Phobias of the animal type are most common in this group:
a. children b. adolescents (16-18) c. young adults (20-25) d. adults (40-55) e. mature adults (60-)
16. What is the clinical-psychological difference between anxiety and fear?
a. fear is common in women, anxiety is common in men
b. fear is common in men, anxiety is common in women
c. fear is specific, anxiety is free-floating
d. fear refers to the future, anxiety refers to the past
e. fear is an emotion, anxiety is a form of depression
17. What is quantitative abnormality?
a. symptoms diagnosed mostly in women
b. a state of unreasonable joy
c. a major deviation from cultural norms
d. symptoms diagnosed mostly in men e. abnormal symptoms for which statistical norms are established
18. Certain symptoms of schizophrenia are called “negative” Why?
a. because these symptoms stand for slowing down and withdrawing b. because these symptoms were described negatively in the media c. because if you call them “positive,” some patients could feel bad d. because these symptoms are associated with violence e. because they are viewed as not good for patients’ future
19.Delusion of grandeurwas discussed in class. What is this delusion about?
a. it is another name for hallucinations b. beliefs about own superpowers and high social status c. beliefs about being an unimportant person d. beliefs in being strong and healthy e. beliefs in being connected with the dead
20. The most common type of hallucinations in patients with symptoms of schizophrenia is:
a. seeing monsters and demons b. hearing voices c. feeling cold d. hearing music e. abdominal pain
21. Why do many people suffering from PTSD start using substances such as alcohol or cocaine?
a. because some doctors prescribe them b. because people who suffer from PTSD are primarily drug users
c. because people believe they do not have other means to reduce their painful symptoms d. because they can be used to treat sleep problems e. because they have hallucinations and delusions
22. Consider a case: an elderly female patient for many years claims she has multiple physical symptoms; in reality, however, she cannot be diagnosed with any specific illness. What will be the name for her condition?
a. pain disorder b. dissociative future c. Attention deficit disorder d. somatization disorder e. dissociative fugue
23. What do most medical professionals think of Multiple Personality Disorder?
a. most consider it valid and serious disorder b. most of them deny its existence c. most specialists say they have never heard of this disorder d. most consider this disorder a form of depressive disorder e. some agree, some disagree that this is a valid disorder
24.Ralf is a 9 year-old boy; he was scared by sound of a thunderstorm in 2015. Nobody was injured and no destruction took place. How likely it is that Ralf, because of this incident, would develop PTSD later in life?
a. very likely b. somewhat likely c. very unlikely
d. almost certainly, he has already developed a stress-related disorder
25.Delusion of communicationwas discussed in class. What is it?
a. it is another name for hallucinations b. beliefs that all journalists are demons c. beliefs in being a communication major d. beliefs in being connected to other people, God, or the Devil e. beliefs about knowing many languages
26. Echolalia or echopraxia are symptoms that are common features of:
a. PTSD b. Autism c. Bipolar Disorder d. delusion of reference e. catatonia
27. Why don’tmost professionals such as firefighters, police officers, and doctors working in emergency rooms develop symptoms of PTSD? a. because they take medication in the morning b. because they take special medication once a week c. because they are on therapy d. because they typically don’t experience intense fear when witnessing traumas e. because they have a genetic resistance to stress and fear
28. Symptoms such as failure to make eye contact, social withdrawal, lack of spoken language, and repetitive behaviors are among major symptoms of which disorder?
a. PTSD b. ADD c. ADHD d. Tourette’s Disorder e. Autistic Disorder
29.What is the third group of symptoms typically identified in Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder? (The first one is Inattention, the second is Hyperactivity)
a. excessive anxiety b. hallucinations c. motor tics d. obsessions and compulsions e. impulsivity
30. A person witnesses a traumatic event but does notdevelop symptoms of PTSD. How common is this?
a. this is very unusual: the person must develop a stress disorder
b. this is unusual: most people develop a stress disorder under these circumstances
c. this is common: most people in such circumstances don’t develop a stress disorder
d. this is common but only in men e. women almost always develop a stress disorder in such circumstances
31. People who develop schizophrenia fall under the rule of “three thirds”. What is this rule?
a. the rule explains that why women are not diagnosed with this illness b. the rule explains the negative symptoms of this illness c. the rule explains the positive symptoms of this illness d. the rule predicts how many people would likely to recover from illness e. the rule explains that why children are not diagnosed with this illness
32.On this stage of the addiction process, without the substance, the person suffers from pains, anxiety, depression, agitation, sleepiness, anger, or nausea. What is the name of this stage?
a. withdrawal b. panic attack c. tolerance d. degradation e. shame
33. Which is the most common, typical cause of stress?
a. personal health problems b. lack of money c. devotion to a cause d. cultural adjustment e. daily hassles
34.Delusion of reference was discussed in class. What is it?
a. beliefs that a person carries a special and very important knowledge of global significance
b. beliefs that the government wants to kill this person
c. beliefs about the earth being melted from within as a result of global warming
d. beliefs about the ability to predict scores in football and other sports
e. beliefs about knowing many languages
35. Attention Deficit Disorder is different from ADHD. What is the difference?
a. no inattention symptoms in ADHD b. no positive symptoms in ADD c. no negative symptoms in ADD
d. no delusions in ADD e. no hyperactivity symptoms in ADD
36.Conduct disorder is typically diagnosed in:
a. women only b. men only c. criminals d. 60-70 year olds e. children and adolescents
37. What is the probability that a 44-year old woman develops schizophrenia if she has not have symptoms before?
a. about 30% b. about 10% c. about 5% d. about 2% e. about zero
38. A 14-year-old girl has the following symptoms present for more than 3 years: physically cruel to people, deliberately destroyed others' property, often lies to obtain goods or favors, and has run away from home overnight 5 times. What would be your likely diagnosis?
a. manic episode b. conduct disorder c. fighting complex d. gender violent syndrome e. power disorder
39. Is it accurate to say that every person with a serious mental illness is insane? Find the best answer.
a. yes, accurate: any serious mental illness is insanity
b. yes, accurate but only for schizophrenia, which is the other word for insanity
c. accurate only for personality disorders, which cause insanity
d. not accurate because insanity stands for a person’s violent behavior
e. not accurate: insanity only means that a person is not legally responsible for his or her action
40. Your patient complains about persistent preoccupation with fears of having a serious disease; you learn, however, that this patient’s belief is based on the person’s misinterpretation of her physical symptoms. What would be your diagnosis?
a. hypocrisy b. hypochondriasis c. conversion disorder d. dissociative fugue e. pain disorder
41. A few decades ago many doctors combined cold baths, laxatives, and bloodletting to treat their mental patients. What was the perceived goal of such treatments?
a. to demoralize the patient b. to clean the body of harmful elements c. to research the placebo effect
d. to help patient lose weight e. to punish patients for their misbehavior
42. According to lectures, treating and preventing of suicidal behaviors should be based on at least three general strategies: reducing the intense psychological pain and suffering; expanding the constricted view by helping the individual to see options. What is the third strategy?
a. giving a person money to pay the bills b. invite a relative from another town or city to come and live with this person
c. encouraging a person to pull back from a new self-destructive act d. to suggest a person to change eating habits
e. encouraging a person to get a job
43. As a therapist, you explain to your client that her worries are irrational and she must adopt a more realistic view of her life. What kind of a therapy are you using in this case?
a. behavioral b. systematic relaxation c. electro-convulsive d. biomedical e. cognitive
44.Dr. Drew Pinsky developed a multi-step program to fight addictive behavior? His therapy is:
a. a combination of cognitive and behavior therapy
b. a kind of psychoanalytic therapy
c. a type of electroconvulsive treatment
d. a combination of psychoanalysis and electroconvulsive treatment
e. a combination of psychoanalysis and spiritual healing
45. What is the stigma of mental illness?
a. a type of behavioral therapy b. a negative view of psychological disorders
c. a gender bias in diagnosing mental illness d. a type of cognitive therapy
e. any reserac0based knowledge of mental illness
46.The famous “drug revolution” in treatment of mental illness took place in the:
a. 2001-2003 b. 1990s c. 1980s d. 1970s e. 1960s
47. “The use of spiritual healingcould help your patients in their better understanding of their lives, the importance of positive thinking, hope, compassion, and good will.Which therapeutic approach does this statement reflect?” a. behavior b. cognitive c. psychoanalytic d. biomedical e. none of the above
48. What psychotherapy?
a. any form of medical treatment b. a type of verbal interaction between a clinician and his or her client
c. a form of medical care to treat most violent patients d. a form of medical care to treat emotional problems
e. a type of treatment involving prescribed drugs
49. The Phineas Cage case linked psychological dysfunction with:
a. poverty b. brain injury c. abuse d. immigration e. genetic factors
50. According to psychoanalysis, what triggers initial anxiety in people with serious emotional problems?
a. pregnancy in women and maturity in boys
b. losing money or a job
c. a traumatic event during childhood
d. traumatic event during adulthood
e. inability to find a good, reliable friend
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develop a treatment plan for a specific phobia. In your plan, use psychology of learning terminology. Some examples of possible phobias include acrophobia, agoraphobia, cynophobia, astraphobia, pteromerhanophobia, etc.
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A swimming coach wants to test the effect of diet on swimmers’ stamina. He wants to compare between diet A – sugar and fat rich diet, and diet B – low sugar and fat diet. The outcome variables is the length of time swimmers can keep swimming after being on the diet for three days. (2 points)
a. Design a within-subject study to compare the two diets
b. Design a matched-subjects study to compare the two diets. Use the swimmers’ BMI as the grouping variable.
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Describe the Erikson's stage of intimacy versus isolation and give an example of what a person might go through in experiencing this stage of life.
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What does Sartre mean by saying that we are “condemned to be free”? What does this imply about the nature of ethics and ethical decision making?
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Which of these views below is most similar to yours? Why?
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