What should be your response to the wife who says, "I should get out of this bad situation with his drinking"?
A.
"That happened to me. It's best to get out while you can."
B.
"Tell me more about the bad situation."
C.
"Why don't you talk to your husband about his drinking?"
D.
"You'll do what's right."
ANS: B
Supporting problem solving and helping her express herself is most important. Response A is advice giving, which is not appropriate. You don't have enough information to know if response C or D is correct.
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