Which of the following is true of pharmacological interventions for individuals with mental
retardation?
a. Medications that are effective in controlling disruptive behaviors tend to suppress overall
activity and adaptive functioning as well.
b. The potential benefits of psychiatric medications for children and adolescents with
mental retardation clearly outweigh the risks of their long-term use.
c. Pharmacological interventions are the most effective way to improve the overall
functioning of individuals with some forms of mental retardation
d. Psychiatric medications have been extensively tested and have been shown to have few
developmental side-effects for the treatment of young children with mental retardation.
e. All of the above are true
Question 2
The American Psychological Association (APA)
a. is an association specifically for clinical psychologists.
b. primarily represents psychologists who are doing academic work and/or research.
c. is the largest association of psychologists in the United States.
d. regulates the licensing of clinical psychologists.
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