Arguments in Favour of Psychologists Having Prescription Privileges Include

question 49

Multiple Choice

Arguments in favour of psychologists having prescription privileges include:

• A) Underserved segments of the population such as those in rural areas and the elderly could benefit from extension of prescription privileges to psychologists.
• B) Most psychoactive medications are prescribed by general practitioners whose training in mental health is limited to a few weeks.
• C) Given brain-behaviour links, a biological approach to the treatment of psychological disorders is not incompatible with psychological training.
• D) All of the above.

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Definitions:

Individual Sessions

One-on-one meetings between a therapist and client, focusing on the client's personal issues, progress, and goals.

Behavioral Change

The act of modifying behavioral patterns, often aimed at improving personal health or adapting to new social environments.

DBT

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, a type of cognitive-behavioral therapy that focuses on teaching skills to cope with emotional instability and improve relationships.

Cognitive Triangle

A model in cognitive-behavioral therapy illustrating the interconnection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, highlighting how changing one component can affect the others.