Which of the following statements BEST represents the approach of a cognitive therapist in treating a chronically anxious client?
a. "So, you feel that your world is a very scary place to be.".
b. "Let's look for ways in which you might actually be benefiting from your anxiety.".
c. "Let's see if we can identify the irrational thoughts that are producing your anxiety.".
d. "Do you feel that your mother adequately met your need for emotional support when you were a child?"
C
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a. psychodynamic b. humanistic c. system d. behavioral
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Research regarding the effectiveness of biological therapies would agree with which of the following?
a. Biological therapies should always be used to promote cures because they impact the real cause of disorders. b. Medication is often addictive, so it should be avoided at all costs. c. Patients should always be encouraged to seek psychotherapy with biological treatments so they don't rely on medication alone. d. There is little evidence that biological therapies can be helpful because they only serve to mask the problem.
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