The Mental Status Exam Does Not Directly Involve

question 112

Multiple Choice

The mental status exam does not directly involve

• A) observing a person's appearance.
• B) noting the presence of delusions, hallucinations, or ideas of reference.
• C) determining whether the condition is due to a medical problem.
• D) determining mood and affect.

Appreciate the therapeutic applications of modeling and its advantages in behavior modification.

Understand Bandura's view on human nature, free will versus determinism, and the triadic reciprocality concept.

Identify methods for enhancing self-efficacy and the sources of efficacy judgments.

Recognize the developmental aspects of modeling and its importance from infancy through adulthood.

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Definitions:

Radical Behaviorism

A theory in psychology that emphasizes the importance of external behaviors in studying and treating psychological disorders, considering learned behaviors as the main drivers of action.

Reinforcement

In psychology, a process of encouraging or establishing a pattern of behavior by offering rewards or positive outcomes.

Punishment

A consequence that decreases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated.

Breadwinner

Traditionally refers to the primary income earner in a household, responsible for supporting the family financially.