Not All Psychologists Favor the Idea of Extending Prescription Privileges

question 69

Multiple Choice

Not all psychologists favor the idea of extending prescription privileges to qualified psychologists. Some argue that clinical psychologists should:

• A) focus on what they do best: providing psychological interventions and treatments that help people acquire more effective patterns of thinking and behaving.
• B) only use cognitive therapy, because all other types of therapy are ineffectual.
• C) not be allowed to treat mental disorders at all.
• D) only conduct research.

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Definitions:

Social Support

The assistance and comfort received from friends, family, and others, acting as a buffer against adverse life events and stress.

Stress Hormones

Hormones, including cortisol and adrenaline, that are released into the body in response to stress, affecting the body's metabolism and immune response.

Epinephrine

A hormone and neurotransmitter also known as adrenaline, crucial for the body's fight-or-flight response, increasing heart rate, and elevating blood sugar levels.

Adrenal Gland

Small, triangular-shaped glands located on top of each kidney that produce hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol, which help control blood sugar, burn protein and fat, react to stressors like a major illness or injury, and regulate blood pressure.