A Psychologist Who Does Not Act in the Same or Similar

question 49

Multiple Choice

A psychologist who does not act in the same or similar way that other reasonable psychologists would have acted under the same or similar circumstances may be found liable for

• A) incompetency.
• B) negligence.
• C) abuse.
• D) malpractice.

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Definitions:

Repetitive Movement

Actions or motions that are performed over and over again, often indicative of a behavioral or neurological condition.

Disorganized Speech

Disorganized speech is a type of communication disorder characterized by disjointed or incoherent speech patterns, often seen in certain psychiatric conditions.

Positive Symptoms

In psychiatry, symptoms that represent an excess or distortion of normal functions, such as hallucinations or delusions.

Inappropriate Emotions

Emotional responses that are considered unsuitable or not fitting for a particular situation or context.