which one of the following statements about psychologists is false?
a.psychologists sometimes prescribe drugs to help their patients
b.psychologists are subject to all the same laws as private citizens
c.psychologists are expected to maintain confidentiality
d.psychologists may not deceive a patient in order to obtain cooperation
my answer is a
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Although historically psychologists did not prescribe drugs, there is currently a movement to allow psychologists, with specific training, to do so.
To determine which statement is false, let's break down each option and analyze it:
a. Psychologists sometimes prescribe drugs to help their patients: This statement is true. However, it's worth noting that in most jurisdictions, psychologists are not authorized to prescribe medication. In such cases, they collaborate with psychiatrists or medical doctors who can prescribe medication if necessary.
b. Psychologists are subject to all the same laws as private citizens: This statement is true. Psychologists, like any other private citizen, are bound by the laws of their jurisdiction and must adhere to them.
c. Psychologists are expected to maintain confidentiality: This statement is true. Confidentiality is a fundamental principle of psychology. Psychologists have an ethical duty to keep the information shared by their clients confidential, except in specific situations where disclosure is required by law or deemed necessary to protect the client or others.
d. Psychologists may not deceive a patient to obtain cooperation: This statement is true. Psychologists are bound by ethical guidelines, one of which is honesty. They should not deceive or manipulate their patients in order to gain cooperation or achieve any other end.
Based on the analysis above, it appears that your answer (option a) is incorrect. The false statement among the options provided would be a different one.