Cognitive-behavioral therapy becomes task-oriented because the therapist:
a. guides the client through the "tasks" of gaining insight into emotion and behavior
b. engages the client in the "tasks" of altering interpersonal relations
c. gives the client "homework assignments" to complete between therapy sessions
d. directs the client's "experiences" to produce a change in behavior and feeling
C
Cognitive therapy is considered task oriented because the therapist gives the client homework assignments between sessions. For example, a client dealing with problems of anger and risk for violence may be asked to keep a journal detailing feelings of anger, situations bringing on angry feelings, and immediate behaviors following angry feelings.
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1. If she does not report her suspicions, she could lose her license. 2. If she makes a report, the step-father could sue her for false arrest. 3. If she makes the report, the mother could accuse her of alienation of affection. 4. If she does not make a report, her agency could be liable for any medical expenses.
You are using SWOT for a review of your unit. Which of the following would be part of this process? Select all that apply
1. Identify strengths 2. Identify opportunities 3. Identify stakeholders 4. Identify weaknesses 5. Identify outcomes