Question 1

In psychoanalysis, _____ is the technique in which the analyst offers explanations for resistances, for example, in order to help the patients gain insight into repressed impulses and conflicts.

Accepted Answer

interpretation

Question 2

_____ therapies aim to boost people\'s self-fulfillment by helping them grow in self-awareness and self-acceptance.

Accepted Answer

Humanistic

Question 3

The widely practiced integrative therapy that aims not only to alter the way people think but also to alter the way they act is called:

Accepted Answer

cognitive-behavioral therapy

Question 4

Research on the effectiveness of psychotherapy indicates that:

Accepted Answer

treatment is generally beneficial

Question 5

At his weekly therapy session, Henry became agitated at his therapist, saying that she was controlling, domineering, and trying to ruin his life with all of her mothering. A psychoanalyst would suggest that this illustrates:

Accepted Answer

transference

Question 6

Which of the following is an example of the application of operant conditioning principles in behavior therapy?

Accepted Answer

token economy

Question 7

While _____ focused on revealing the absurdity of people\'s self-defeating ideas through a more confrontational approach, _____ sought to reverse people\'s catastrophizing beliefs about themselves through the use of gentle questioning.

Accepted Answer

Albert Ellis; Aaron Beck

Question 8

These therapists attend a two-year graduate program, in addition to postgraduate supervision, to offer psychotherapy.

Accepted Answer

psychiatric social workers

Question 9

Psychodynamic therapy is based on the premise that:

Accepted Answer

people unconsciously avoid issues that are painful

Question 10

_____ therapies use a variety of techniques that aim to improve psychological functioning by increasing a person\'s awareness of underlying motives and defenses.

Accepted Answer

Insight

Question 11

Glenn suffers from depression. He frequently thinks of situations as overwhelmingly bad, with no hope of future improvement. Glenn would benefit MOST from _____ therapy.

Accepted Answer

cognitive

Question 12

Clients may overestimate the value of therapy because they:

Accepted Answer

put a lot of effort into therapy

Question 13

At her weekly therapy session, Nia became agitated at her therapist, saying that he was controlling and domineering, just like her father. Nia\'s behavior illustrates _____.

Accepted Answer

transference

Question 14

In Rogers\' client-centered therapy, the therapist listens, without judging or interpreting. This type of therapy is referred to as _____.

Accepted Answer

nondirective

Question 15

Bob yells at this therapist, \"You are an impatient know-it-all, and you only care about yourself!\" Bob is MOST likely experiencing:

Accepted Answer

transference

Question 16

This form of listening is empathic listening.

Accepted Answer

active

Question 17

If Ardith, who is recovering from alcohol use disorder, wishes to remain in recovery, she is better served by _____ than by _____.

Accepted Answer

frequent attendance at Alcoholics Anonymous meetings; a general support group

Question 18

An experiment in which Asian-American clients were matched with counselors who shared their cultural values found that the:

Accepted Answer

Asian-American clients perceived more counselor empathy and felt a stronger alliance with the counselor

Question 19

Several years after his wife\'s death, Mr. Sanchez remains incapacitated by feelings of guilt and sadness. To reduce Mr. Sanchez\'s depression, a therapist is actively encouraging him to stop blaming himself for his inability to prevent his wife\'s death. The therapist\'s approach is MOST representative of:

Accepted Answer

cognitive thinking

Question 20

Nanci\'s therapist is an active listener, who often paraphrases what she says. He does not judge her and is quite open to her exploration of her weaknesses. He gives her appropriate validation and encourages her to reflect on her feelings. He wants to deepen her self-understanding. Her therapy is MOST likely:

Accepted Answer

client-centered

Question 21

During his weekly therapy sessions, Colin finds it very difficult to talk about childhood memories. He often pauses before mentioning embarrassing moments, or simply forgets important details. Colin\'s behavior illustrates:

Accepted Answer

resistance

Question 22

During her weekly psychoanalytic therapy sessions, Sabrina will often abruptly change the subject. A psychoanalyst would suggest that this illustrates:

Accepted Answer

resistance

Question 23

During a psychoanalytic therapy session, Max focuses on several intrusive thoughts that have been bothering him. The therapist tells Max to report any ideas or memories stimulated by these thoughts. Max\'s therapist is using a technique known as _____.

Accepted Answer

free association

Question 24

The three main qualities that therapists advocating the _____ perspective hope to exhibit are genuineness, acceptance, and empathy.

Accepted Answer

humanistic

Question 25

Stefanie meets with her therapist once a week to talk about her marriage and her relationship with her parents. In addition to helping Stefanie gain insight into these relationships, Stefanie\'s therapist prescribes medication. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

an eclectic approach

Question 26

Except for traditional _____, most therapies may also occur in small groups.

Accepted Answer

psychoanalysis

Question 27

If you want to improve communication in your own relationships, these three Rogers-inspired hints may help.

Accepted Answer

paraphrase, invite clarification, and reflect feelings

Question 28

To help Tom reduce his fear of flying, a therapist first encourages him to physically relax and then simply imagine that he is taking off in an airplane. The therapist\'s technique BEST illustrates:

Accepted Answer

systematic desensitization

Question 29

More than 100 million Americans belong to small _____ groups that meet regularly.

Accepted Answer

religious, interest, and self-help

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