Which statement by the therapist is an example of confrontation?
a. "Your anger at your mother is very uncomfortable for you."
b. "You deal with anger by avoiding the situation."
c. "You are angry at me the same way you are angry at your mother."
d. "You are always on time for sessions, and I appreciate this."
C
The best example of confrontation is when the nurse responds, "You are angry at me the same way you are angry at your mother." The nurse is directly challenging the client's behavior with the intention of provoking a reaction from the client. The reaction is intended to help the client overcome emotional barriers to change.
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