PY 201 Chapter 16

group

A particular benefit of ________ therapy is the possibility of decreasing a clientâ s sense of shame and isolation about the problem they face, while also letting them offer support to others.

40 to 60

About _______ percent of those who seek treatment for a substance use problem tend to relapse and return to using drugs or alcohol after a period of abstinence.

altering levels of neurotransmitters

Anti-anxiety agents work by ________.

unconditional positive regard

Dr. Duncan is a therapist who works with men accused of domestic violence. Although it is difficult, she does her best to be non-judgmental during therapy sessions. Which aspect of client-centered therapy is this?

poor cultural competence

Dr. Kaplan is working with a Japanese-American client, and regards the clientâ s silence as an indication that he is not happy to be in therapy. He fails to consider that his client has learned that authority figures should be shown deference and that his silence is a sign of respect. Dr. Kaplan is demonstrating ________.

structural

Martha and Mikey go to meet with a psychotherapist and other parents to learn about their adult sonâ s symptoms of schizophrenia. They spend time discussing the illness, learning to understand his challenges, and getting information about how to most effectively help him recover. This approach is called a ________ group.

a token economy

Patients at Manderly Psychiatric Center are rewarded with chips when they engage in positive behaviors such as socializing with other patients. They can later exchange the chips for privileges, like extra TV time. This is an example of ________.

3

Research finds that when receiving treatment for a substance use problem, the treatment has to last for at least ________ month(s) before a positive outcome is likely to be achieved.

involuntary

Stavros is arrested for drunk driving. His prison sentence includes attending therapy sessions to treat alcohol addiction. He doesnâ t want to attend these sessions, but his sentence will be extended if he doesnâ t attend them. What kind of treatment does this describe?

personal goals

The amount of time a client spends in psychotherapy is determined by the clientâ s needs as well as his or her ________.

strategic

What kind of family therapy involves the therapist guiding the therapy session and developing treatment plans for each family memberâ s specific problem?

behavior affects social interaction

What principle underlies cognitive-behavioral therapy?

Stavros, who suffers from ADHD

Which child is most likely to receive treatment for her or his psychological challenge?

adderall

Which of the following is a drug that can be used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?

How you think determines how you feel.

Which principle underlies cognitive therapy?

confidentiality

Which term refers to the fact that the therapist cannot disclose private communications to any third party unless mandated or permitted by law to do so?

structural

Dr. Piccolo is working with a family and determines that the parents do not make rules together and often contradict each other. This leads to confusion among the children who act out because they donâ t understand what is expected of them in the home. She helps them to get â on the same pageâ with regard to each family memberâ s place in the home and helps the parents work on their own relationship as co-parents. This is called ________ family therapy.

intake

During the therapist's first meeting with the client, called ________, the therapist gathers specific information to address the clientâ s immediate needs.

severe depression who have not responded to traditional drug therapy

Electroconvulsive therapy is effective in alleviating symptoms for people with ________.

play therapy

Harlow is eight years old. She sees Dr. Gardener every Friday at 11:00 a.m. Their sessions involve Dr. Gardener watching Harlow interact with stuffed animals and other toys. What kind of psychotherapeutic orientation does this exemplify?

years

How long does traditional psychoanalysis typically take?

exorcism

In Medieval times, what would be the most likely form of treatment for someone suffering the symptoms of a psychological illness?

cognitive behavioral therapy

In order to overcome an eating disorder, Sevilla's therapist works to change her distorted ways of thinking and self-defeating actions by helping her learn to identify such behaviors. What kind of psychotherapeutic orientation does this exemplify?

aversive conditioning

Kaz wants to stop biting his nails, so he rubs a strong bitter paste under his nails to make his nails taste bad. What technique is Kaz using to stop biting his nails?

active listening

Marlena tells her therapist that she often feels helpless and unable to accomplish her goals. Her therapist responds by acknowledging her feelings, restating what she has told him, and clarifying the feelings behind what Marlena is expressing. What aspect of client-centered therapy is this?