EXAM T/F

Question 1

Psychologists constitute the largest group of mental health professionals in the United States.

Answer 1

false - social workers

Question 2

During the mental health movement in the 19th century it was thought that mental illness stemmed from violations of physical, mental and moral laws. This was known as the community mental health movement.

Answer 2

false

Question 3

The most common reason for hospital admissions nationwide is a biological psychiatric condition, such as bi-polar disorder or schizophrenia.

Answer 3

true

Question 4

Due to a lack of appropriate training, self-help groups are of no use in providing services for those with a mental illness

Answer 4

false

Question 5

Jails and prisons in the US currently house a larger number of people with mental illness than do state mental hospitals

Answer 5

true

Question 6

Because of successful public education campaigns throughout the U.S., stigma is no longer a problem for people with mental illness.

Answer 6

false

Question 7

A cognitive-behavioral approach is the only treatment that has been found to be effective in treating most kinds of mental illness.

Answer 7

false

Question 8

Although closely related to panic attacks, Ataque de nervios is a separate disorder.

Answer 8

true

Question 9

Due to high levels of stress in their lives, people in higher socioeconomic groups have higher rates of mental illness than do people in lower socioeconomic groups.

Answer 9

false

Question 10

Historically, explanations of mental illness have changed over time.

Answer 10

true

Question 11

In most mental health settings, social workers work alone at their practice and do not work on teams with other professionals.

Answer 11

false

Question 12

In a panic attack, anxiety and fear are considered normal and healthy responses to the occurrence of the syndrome. (ataque de nervios)

Answer 12

false

Question 13

The strength perspective allows the social worker to view the individual as a whole person and not just a diagnosis

Answer 13

true

Question 14

It has been estimated that one-third of Iraq and Afghanistan war veterans have received a diagnosis of a mental health problem.

Answer 14

true

Question 15

More than 44 million adults in the United States (22% of population) experience mental disorders during their lifetime.

Answer 15

true

Question 16

Mental illness is more common than cancer, diabetes or heart disease.

Answer 16

true

Question 17

The Biopsychosocial model focuses on interactions between a person’s social environment, medical history, past experiences (trauma, family, peers, school, larger sociocultural environment), psychological variables, and genetic factors.

Answer 17

true

Question 18

In ataque de nervios, the physical and emotional responses are directly caused by intense anxiety and fear. (panic attack)

Answer 18

false

Question 19

Aftercare: Sixty-five percent of inpatient clients do not connect with the appropriate case management services after discharge.

Answer 19

False 75%

Question 20

Only about 1/4 of people with diagnosable mental disorders receive treatment in a given year.

Answer 20

false 1/3

Question 21

One obstacle to treatment is the fear of being stigmatized by friends and family or employers

Answer 21

true

Question 22

Estimated 450 million people worldwide are impacted by mental health issues

Answer 22

true

Question 23

One million people commit suicide every year and 10 to 20 million attempt it.

Answer 23

true

Question 24

Evidence suggest that one in ten U.S. adults experiences mental illness during their lifetime

Answer 24

false- one in four

Question 25

Cultural interpretations of symptoms often differ. A specific behavior may be viewed as acceptable in one culture and pathological in another (e.g., ataques de nervios).

Answer 25

true

Question 26

Ataques de nervios in English means Help – the clown is after me! (English translation – attack of nerves)

Answer 26

false

Question 27

Public beliefs about mental disorders have strongly influenced treatment.

Answer 27

true

Question 28

Medicare includes long-term care coverage for people who are older.

Answer 28

false

Question 29

The Older American’s Act established the federal Administration on Aging in 1965

Answer 29

true

Question 30

Elder abuse is often hidden and underreported

Answer 30

true

Question 31

Social security recipients automatically qualify for Medicare coverage

Answer 31

true

Question 32

Statistics indicate that 1 out of 10 elderly people may be subject to some kind of abuse by someone caring for them.

Answer 32

true

Question 33

Passive euthanasia is doctor-administered cause of death of terminally ill patients

Answer 33

false

Question 34

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia and accounts for 60 – 80 percent of dementias.

Answer 34

true

Question 35

It is reported that 4 million older Americans have Alzheimer’s, and by 2020 there may be as many as 12 million

Answer 35

true

Question 36

Older people who have dementia should never be diagnosed with depression as well

Answer 36

false

Question 37

Gerontology is the study of the mental health among people who are older.

Answer 37

false - study of biological, psychological, and social aspects of aging

Question 38

Social workers can assist older people by prescribing less medication to reduce the risk of drug interactions

Answer 38

false not social workers

Question 39

The average life expectancy is presently around 77 years

Answer 39

true

Question 40

Indigenous older people are the group most likely to utilize existing government services

Answer 40

false because of age discrimantion

Question 41

The old-old or frail older people (85 and over) are projected to be the fastest-growing segment of the population in the 21st century

Answer 41

true

Question 42

Only about 53% of workers have tried to determine what they will need to save for retirement

Answer 42

true

Question 43

When adopted, Social Security was intended to be the only source of income for a retired person.

Answer 43

false

Question 44

Medicare covers basic health care needs and long term care for older people

Answer 44

false because it is not long term

Question 45

The inability to afford prescription drugs is a major concern for many older Americans.

Answer 45

true

Question 46

In 2056, for the first time, the older population, age 65 and over, is projected to outnumber the young, age under 18

Answer 46

true

Question 47

Active euthanasia is the intentional termination of one’s own life with means provided by another person, such as a doctor

Answer 47

false

Question 48

Amphetamines distort visual and sensory perception, often creating prolonged episodes of emotionality that can resemble psychotic states

Answer 48

false (Hallucinogens)

Question 49

Males tend to develop higher blood alcohol levels than females who drink the same amount.

Answer 49

false

Question 50

Based on a belief that alcoholism was caused by a moral failing, religious groups opposed to alcoholic inebriation created the temperance movement.

Answer 50

true

Question 51

The Americans with Disabilities Act formally recognized substance abuse and dependence as a disability.

Answer 51

true

Question 52

In spite of the fact that there are more than 11,000 specialized drug treatment facilities and programs in the United States, there is still a shortage.

Answer 52

true

Question 53

The decision about where to place a client for drug and alcohol treatment is most often determined by the client’s medical condition, motivation, ability to discontinue use, past treatment history, and social support network

Answer 53

false (ability to pay – insurance).

Question 54

Drug and alcohol treatment is cost effective. For every one dollar invested in treatment, the government saves four to seven dollars in drug-related health costs, crime, and criminal justice costs.

Answer 54

true

Question 55

Men are less likely than women to seek drug and alcohol treatment.

Answer 55

false

Question 56

Some schedule IV drugs are more addictive and have a higher potential for abuse than Schedule I drugs

Answer 56

true

Question 57

Denial occurs when the client does not recognize or admit that there is connection between his or her life problems and the abuse or alcohol or another substance.

Answer 57

true

Question 58

Employees who abuse drugs and alcohol cost their employers about four times as much in medical and workers compensation claims as their drug-free coworkers.

Answer 58

False- 2 times aka twice

Question 59

Women with substance abuse problems are often viewed as promiscuous or as unfit mothers.

Answer 59

true

Question 60

Women with substance abuse problems are often viewed as promiscuous or as unfit mothers.

Answer 60

true

Question 61

Since the 1960s, when Kennedy was President, the U.S. government has been declaring a war on drugs that have largely been ineffective

Answer 61

false- (1970’s and Nixon)

Question 62

Depressants are drugs that cause disinhibition, reduce anxiety and depress the central nervous system.

Answer 62

true

Question 63

Dependence to a drug can be psychological or physical but physical dependence is always worse.

Answer 63

false

Question 64

The etiology of alcoholism or addiction includes environmental, social, psychological and genetic variables.

Answer 64

true

Question 65

Recent data suggest that Latinos, who represent 13 percent of the country's population, compose half of those living with HIV in the United States.

Answer 65

false- (African Americans)

Question 66

It is estimated that as many as 40 percent of the people in prison are there for drug-related offenses

Answer 66

false- (70 percent)

Question 67

Steroids are linked to depression, suicide, violent behavior, impulsiveness

Answer 67

true

Question 68

In ancient Rome, women who were caught drinking wine were put to death.

Answer 68

true

Question 69

Each year close to 500,000 people die as a consequence of Alcohol and Other Drug problems.

Answer 69

false- (150,000)

Question 70

In 2007, it was estimated that 15 percent of twelfth graders had used steroids in the previous year

Answer 70

false- (1.5 percent)