Knowledge check

Knowledge check: What is clinical psychology?

Linked to the module What is clinical psychology?. Study the module first, then test yourself.

1 Which statement best captures the scope of clinical psychology as described in this module?

Multiple choice Introductory

The prescription of medication for mental illness The application of psychological science to assessing, treating and studying psychological problems Vocational guidance for healthy adults only The administration of hospitals and clinics

Basis: Textbook concept, original question

2 A psychologist advises a cardiology ward on helping patients adhere to rehabilitation. Which activity is this?

Multiple choice Introductory

Research Treatment Consultation Administration

Basis: Textbook concept, original question

3 The textbook reports that, in the US data it reviewed, private practice was the most common employment setting for clinical psychologists.

True / false Introductory

True False

Basis: Textbook concept, original question

4 Which professional is most likely to hold a medical degree and prescribe medication?

Multiple choice Introductory

Clinical psychologist Psychiatrist Psychiatric social worker School psychologist

Basis: Textbook concept, original question

5 In India, what is required to practise under the title of clinical psychologist?

Multiple choice Intermediate

Membership of the American Psychological Association Registration with the Rehabilitation Council of India A licence from a state medical council No formal requirement exists

Basis: Indian context — verify with RCI

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