PSI Test Prep Study for PMHC Exam Newest 2026
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Graded A+
Which of the following is NOT an evidence-based risk factor for development of
PMDs?
history of PMS
first time parent
personal and family history of PMADs - CORRECT ANSWER-first time parent
What is NOT one of the evidence-based psychotherapy models shown to improve
treatment outcomes in perinatal mood disorders.
Interpersonal Psychotherapy
Group Psychotherapy
Client-Centered Psychotherapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CORRECT ANSWER-Client-Centered
Psychotherapy
,What is the most effective model for perinatal mental health counseling?
Behavioral Activation
Group Psychotherapy
There is no evidence that one model has greater success than the other evidence-
based models.
Interpersonal Psychotherapy - CORRECT ANSWER-There is no evidence that
one model has greater success than the other evidence-based models.
TRUE/FALSE: Psychotherapy for perinatal mood disorders should never continue
for longer than 10 sessions. - CORRECT ANSWER-False
What is the quote from Susan Hickman, PhD, that refers to the recommendation
that psychotherapists should focus on immediate relief before addressing long-
term issues?
Put out the fire before you rewire the house
Douse the fire before you measure the house
Check out the fire before you rewire the house
Tell people about the fire before you rewire the house - CORRECT ANSWER-
Put out the fire before you rewire the house
,What is the mission of Postpartum Support International (PSI)?
A: to promote gender-sensitive and autonomy-enhancing mental health services
for pregnant and postpartum women.
B: to advocate public policies which guarantee these rights and ensure access to
mental health services for pregnant and postpartum women.
D: to promote awareness, prevention and treatment of mental health issues
related to childbearing in every country worldwide. - CORRECT ANSWER-C: to
promote awareness, prevention and treatment of mental health issues related to
childbearing in every country worldwide.
PSI Support Coordinators are located:
A: In the US only
B: In North America only
C: In the US and Internationally - CORRECT ANSWER-C: In the US and
Internationally
3. What is the PSI "Chat with an Expert" and how often is it held?
, A: An online video support group. Held on Wednesdays for moms and first
Mondays for dads.
B: A free phone chat with a perinatal mental health expert provider. Held on
Wednesdays for moms and first Mondays for dads.
C: A 1:1 chat with an expert set up by appointment. Held as needed when expert
available. - CORRECT ANSWER-B: A free phone chat with a perinatal mental
health expert provider. Held on Wednesdays for moms and first Mondays for
dads.
What is the PSI "Chat with an Expert" and how often is it held?
A. An online video support group. Held on Wednesdays for moms and first
Mondays for dads.
B. A free phone chat with a perinatal mental health expert provider. Held on
Wednesdays for moms and first Mondays for dads.
C. A 1:1 chat with an expert set up by appointment. Held as needed when expert
available. - CORRECT ANSWER-B. A free phone chat with a perinatal mental
health expert provider. Held on Wednesdays for moms and first Mondays for
dads.
What is the toll-free "HelpLine" number operated by PSI?
Questions and Correct Detailed Answers Already
Graded A+
Which of the following is NOT an evidence-based risk factor for development of
PMDs?
history of PMS
first time parent
personal and family history of PMADs - CORRECT ANSWER-first time parent
What is NOT one of the evidence-based psychotherapy models shown to improve
treatment outcomes in perinatal mood disorders.
Interpersonal Psychotherapy
Group Psychotherapy
Client-Centered Psychotherapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CORRECT ANSWER-Client-Centered
Psychotherapy
,What is the most effective model for perinatal mental health counseling?
Behavioral Activation
Group Psychotherapy
There is no evidence that one model has greater success than the other evidence-
based models.
Interpersonal Psychotherapy - CORRECT ANSWER-There is no evidence that
one model has greater success than the other evidence-based models.
TRUE/FALSE: Psychotherapy for perinatal mood disorders should never continue
for longer than 10 sessions. - CORRECT ANSWER-False
What is the quote from Susan Hickman, PhD, that refers to the recommendation
that psychotherapists should focus on immediate relief before addressing long-
term issues?
Put out the fire before you rewire the house
Douse the fire before you measure the house
Check out the fire before you rewire the house
Tell people about the fire before you rewire the house - CORRECT ANSWER-
Put out the fire before you rewire the house
,What is the mission of Postpartum Support International (PSI)?
A: to promote gender-sensitive and autonomy-enhancing mental health services
for pregnant and postpartum women.
B: to advocate public policies which guarantee these rights and ensure access to
mental health services for pregnant and postpartum women.
D: to promote awareness, prevention and treatment of mental health issues
related to childbearing in every country worldwide. - CORRECT ANSWER-C: to
promote awareness, prevention and treatment of mental health issues related to
childbearing in every country worldwide.
PSI Support Coordinators are located:
A: In the US only
B: In North America only
C: In the US and Internationally - CORRECT ANSWER-C: In the US and
Internationally
3. What is the PSI "Chat with an Expert" and how often is it held?
, A: An online video support group. Held on Wednesdays for moms and first
Mondays for dads.
B: A free phone chat with a perinatal mental health expert provider. Held on
Wednesdays for moms and first Mondays for dads.
C: A 1:1 chat with an expert set up by appointment. Held as needed when expert
available. - CORRECT ANSWER-B: A free phone chat with a perinatal mental
health expert provider. Held on Wednesdays for moms and first Mondays for
dads.
What is the PSI "Chat with an Expert" and how often is it held?
A. An online video support group. Held on Wednesdays for moms and first
Mondays for dads.
B. A free phone chat with a perinatal mental health expert provider. Held on
Wednesdays for moms and first Mondays for dads.
C. A 1:1 chat with an expert set up by appointment. Held as needed when expert
available. - CORRECT ANSWER-B. A free phone chat with a perinatal mental
health expert provider. Held on Wednesdays for moms and first Mondays for
dads.
What is the toll-free "HelpLine" number operated by PSI?
