Discuss the various personality theories on middle adulthood. How might an understanding of these theories help us in our work with middle aged adults?
What will be an ideal response?
Varies. Answers should include discussion of the trait approach, the human agency approach, and the life narrative approach.
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As per N-SSATS data reported in this chapter, approximately how many SUD treatment facilities offer specialized programs for adolescents?
a. One-third b. One-fourth c. One-fifth d. Half
Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1.Children placed with other kin are less likely to be reunited with parents. 2.The Adoption Assistance and Child Welfare Act requires that states make every reasonable effort to rehabilitate abusive parents and keep families together. 3.There are some studies that demonstrate that the foster care system can cause more harm than good. 4.There has been a shift in how the United States views giving up children at hospitals.
_________ began as an approach to reduce resistance and increase intrinsic motivation to change substance abuse behavior.
a. Motivational interviewing b. Intrinsic interviewing c. Transtheoretical model d. Harm reduction techniques
The current view regarding attainment of "unconditional positive regard" (Cain, 2010) is that
a. it can be attained by most counselors b. it is an ideal that will never be attained by any counselor c. most counselors can attain it with appropriate supervision d. it can be attained with all but the most challenging clients