CCOU 202 Exam Questions and Answers
While there is a basic respect for the ethical codes, Koocher and Keith-Spiegel (2008) point out that
there are still a number of reasons why a therapist might behave unethically. Below are all reasons
except - Answer-inexperience
ignorance
being naïve
*all the above are reasons
1If a therapist violates the codes of professional ethical principles, then the therapist could be expelled
from the professional association. - Answer-true
According to the text, the literature on ethical and legal issues related specifically to lay counselor
training and ministry is more limited. - Answer-true
In the academic realm, ethicists often use the term ethics to refer to - Answer-ethical theory
According to Pope, Sonne, and Holroyd (1993), one area of discussion that has traditionally been lacking
in ethics training is that of - Answer-sexual feelings of the therapist toward a client
, Kitchner (1984) identified five moral ideals that are foundational to many mental health codes. Which of
the following is not one of them? - Answer-fairness
Becker (1987) emphasizes that freedom of client choice or informed consent requires the lay counselor
to provide - Answer-accurate and sufficient information on his or her qualifications
their training and values and
the process, goals, and possible consequences of counseling
*all of the above
One of the most elaborated rationales for attending to diversity is contained in the - Answer-Universal
Declaration of Ethical Principles for Psychologists
According to the text, the MMPI-2 (Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory) has been found to
overpathologize individuals of ________ descent, which speaks to "test bias." - Answer-Asain
Lay counseling can only be provided in an informal format (setting such as homes, hospitals, nursing
homes, etc.) and not be provided in formal settings. - Answer-false
The author encourages Christian mental health professionals to become actively involved in a support
group of only Christian therapists to increase their knowledge and expertise. - Answer-false
The author talks about the importance of Christian mental health professionals to establish a strong link
with a local church. This is essential because the church - Answer-serves as a source of support,
accountability, and empowerment.
promotes a greater concern for the welfare status of those who are marginalized.
*both a and b
While there is a basic respect for the ethical codes, Koocher and Keith-Spiegel (2008) point out that
there are still a number of reasons why a therapist might behave unethically. Below are all reasons
except - Answer-inexperience
ignorance
being naïve
*all the above are reasons
1If a therapist violates the codes of professional ethical principles, then the therapist could be expelled
from the professional association. - Answer-true
According to the text, the literature on ethical and legal issues related specifically to lay counselor
training and ministry is more limited. - Answer-true
In the academic realm, ethicists often use the term ethics to refer to - Answer-ethical theory
According to Pope, Sonne, and Holroyd (1993), one area of discussion that has traditionally been lacking
in ethics training is that of - Answer-sexual feelings of the therapist toward a client
, Kitchner (1984) identified five moral ideals that are foundational to many mental health codes. Which of
the following is not one of them? - Answer-fairness
Becker (1987) emphasizes that freedom of client choice or informed consent requires the lay counselor
to provide - Answer-accurate and sufficient information on his or her qualifications
their training and values and
the process, goals, and possible consequences of counseling
*all of the above
One of the most elaborated rationales for attending to diversity is contained in the - Answer-Universal
Declaration of Ethical Principles for Psychologists
According to the text, the MMPI-2 (Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory) has been found to
overpathologize individuals of ________ descent, which speaks to "test bias." - Answer-Asain
Lay counseling can only be provided in an informal format (setting such as homes, hospitals, nursing
homes, etc.) and not be provided in formal settings. - Answer-false
The author encourages Christian mental health professionals to become actively involved in a support
group of only Christian therapists to increase their knowledge and expertise. - Answer-false
The author talks about the importance of Christian mental health professionals to establish a strong link
with a local church. This is essential because the church - Answer-serves as a source of support,
accountability, and empowerment.
promotes a greater concern for the welfare status of those who are marginalized.
*both a and b
