Psychopathology B 8

Question 1

Maintenance

Answer 1

the adherence to programme objectives, continuation of changed behaviour patterns, sustaining behavioural gain for more than six months

Question 2

Importance of understanding the relapse problem

Answer 2

Evaluation – the cost-effectiveness of treatment; All current programs are required to evaluate and demonstrate long-term effectiveness (to secure funding)

Question 3

Recidivism (criminal reoffending) relapse rate

Answer 3

30-45%

Question 4

Suicide prevention relapse rate

Answer 4

55-65%

Question 5

Alcohol abuse relapse rate

Answer 5

60-80%

Question 6

Smoking relapse rate

Answer 6

75-85%

Question 7

Weight control relapse rate

Answer 7

65-75%

Question 8

Exercise relapse rate

Answer 8

75-80%

Question 9

Consistent protection use release

Answer 9

40-50%

Question 10

OHS compliance relapse rate

Answer 10

30-40%

Question 11

Stress management relapse rate

Answer 11

70+%

Question 12

Managing chronic disease relapse rate

Answer 12

70+%

Question 13

Regular health checks relapse rate

Answer 13

70+%

Question 14

All psychological (e.g. anxiety, depression) relapse rate

Answer 14

50-60%

Question 15

Relapse and alcohol post treatment

Answer 15

Drops rapidly up to 3 months then plateaus out