3 Flashcards
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What distinguishes psychiatrists from psychologists historically?
Prescribing privileges have historically distinguished psychiatrists from psychologists.
Which states have granted prescription privileges to psychologists?
Since 2002, New Mexico and Louisiana have granted prescription privileges to appropriately trained psychologists.
What are some reasons psychologists should prescribe?
There is a shortage of psychiatrists in rural areas, and psychologists have more expertise than primary care doctors.
What are the advantages of psychologists prescribing medication?
Advantages include establishing a minimal level of competence, scientific legitimacy, training improvements, and decreased reliance on clinical judgment.
What are some reasons psychologists should not prescribe?
Concerns include training issues, threats to psychotherapy, and the influence of the pharmaceutical industry.
What is the risk of overdiagnosis?
Overdiagnosis can lead to unnecessary medication, undermine coping skills, negatively impact self-image, and have legal ramifications.
What is the impact of third-party payment on therapy?
Third-party payment can negatively impact quality, reduce control over clinical decisions, and create confusion about informed consent.
What are some applications of technology in clinical psychology?
Applications include videoconferencing for treatment, email or text psychotherapy, and virtual reality therapeutic experiences.
What is cybertherapy?
Cybertherapy can replace or supplement face-to-face meetings and offers benefits like accessibility, affordability, and anonymity.
What has happened to the size and scope of the DSM since the 1950s?
The DSM has increased in size and scope, leading to issues like diagnostic complications and the medicalization of everyday problems.
What is cybertherapy?
Therapist/Client interaction via hand-held devices.
How effective is cybertherapy compared to in-person psychotherapy?
Appears to work as about as well as in-person psychotherapy.
Examples include CBT for anxiety disorders and Health Psychology for headaches and pains.
What are some suggestions for emerging professional issues in cybertherapy?
Obtain informed consent about the technology, follow APA ethical code, appreciate culture, conform to the identity of the client, follow relevant telehealth news, know client’s local emergency resources, and ensure confidentiality via encryption.
What are additional potential problems of technology in cybertherapy?
Obtain relevant training, ensure confidentiality across electronic transmission, make interpretations in the absence of nonverbal cues, and maintain competence in technical as well as clinical skills.
What factors affect the effectiveness of treatment using technology?
Success depends on many factors including which cybertherapy, disorder, device, setting, how clients found or were referred to cybertherapy, and whether live support is available.
