Which of the Following Best Describes the Purpose of Diagnostic

question 47

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the purpose of diagnostic occupations?

• A) Assist patients in maintaining their health
• B) Ensure that medical equipment functions properly
• C) Determine the cause of an illness
• D) Help patients regain movement

Describe therapeutic interventions for depression, including electroconvulsive therapy and behavioral activation.

Recognize the limitations and criticisms of psychodynamic approaches to treating depression.

Understand the prevalence of treatment seeking among individuals with unipolar depression.

Differentiate between various therapeutic approaches (psychodynamic, behavioral, cognitive-behavioral, and sociocultural) in treating depression.

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Definitions:

Scales of Measurement

Refers to the methods used to categorize and quantify variables in research and statistics, such as nominal, ordinal, interval, and ratio scales.

Assessment Instruments

Tools or methods used to evaluate or measure specific skills, abilities, or characteristics in individuals.

Counselors

Professionals trained to provide guidance and support in personal, social, or psychological matters.

Standard Score

A score that has been transformed to fit a normal distribution, typically with a mean of 0 and a standard deviation of 1, allowing for comparison across different tests or assessments.