A nurse is creating an interdisciplinary plan of care for a 15-year-old client. Which of the following treatment modalities is especially helpful for adolescents?
A) Family therapy
B) Play therapy
C) Group therapy
D) Individual therapy
Ans: C
Feedback:
Group therapy is especially helpful for adolescents for whom the influence of peers is strong; adolescents are more likely to accept feedback and suggestions from their peers than from adults. Group therapy is less threatening than individual therapy and allows the adolescent to identify with others who have similar problems.
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