One of the challenges to the defense mechanism theory is that research has found that
a. clients with a substance abuse disorder do not use denial more frequently than other groups.
b. most clients with a substance use disorder do not engage in defense mechanisms.
c. only patients in rehabilitation programs utilize the defense of denial.
d. clients with a substance abuse disorder actually use defenses that have never been studied before.
b. most clients with a substance use disorder do not engage in defense mechanisms.
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a. membership in professional organizations. b. volunteering for professional organizations. c. becoming registered or licensed. d. all of the above.
Understanding a student's cultural values
a) is not as important as understanding behavior b) should be done in the context of school goals c) requires exposure to a variety of individuals within the cultural group d) is best assessed through standardized instruments.
Describe five changes made to the 2005 ACA Code of Ethics
What will be an ideal response?
Genaro is a 55-year-old truck driver who has developed anxiety attacks after a recent accident that left him with a serious back injury. Because of his anxiety, he has stopped going to physical therapy. He is considering whether he can return to truck driving, whether he can afford to retire, or if he will need to explore other options for a new career. Which of the following would be an example of maintenance in adapting to his circumstances?
a. Returning to physical therapy so that he can go back to his job as a truck driver. b. Coming to terms with his injury and the loss of his job and income. c. Reading books on late-life career changes so that he can understand his options. d. Starting a business from home so that he can earn enough money to supplement a limited pension income.