Which type of provider is permitted to prescribe medication in all 50 states?
a. Psychiatrist
b. Clinical psychologist
c. Clinical social worker
d. Medical psychologist
Answer: A
Rationale: These are physicians who specialize in mental health, and who diagnose and treat mental disorders primarily through prescribing medications that influence brain chemistry.
Psychology
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Answer:
Psychology
Which of the following is a disadvantage of psychopharmacology?
A. Relapse is likely when drugs use is terminated. B. Drugs are rarely effective in controlling psychotic symptoms. C. A shortage of psychopharmaceuticals. D. It is hard to distinguish wanted side effects from unwanted ones.
Psychology