Which of the following theoretical systems has consistently demonstrated in empirical research a superior ability to help people change as a result of psychotherapy?

a. Behavioral therapies c. Experiential therapies
b. Cognitive therapies d. None of the above


B

Counseling

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__________ children can begin or halt behaviors based on contextual cues

A) ?Reactive B) ?Construct-driven C) ?Self-regulated D) ?Submissive

Counseling

Changing our responses to stimuli is referred to as _______, whereas changing the environment involves _________

a. contingency management; counterconditioning b. counterconditioning; stimulus control c. counterconditioning; contingency management d. stimulus control; contingency management

Counseling

The Lees have always been protective over their children. They adhered to strict rules and schedules for all their children regardless of age. As Mica turned 15, she began to challenge rules (staying out later than she was allowed and arguing nonstop with her parents). The most difficult event that happened was that Mica lied to her parents about staying over at her best friend’s house and instead went to a party where she got drunk and was taken to the police station when the party was raided. The family began therapy, which resulted in the Lees negotiating additional responsibilities and freedoms for Mica and learning new parenting skills for teens. This most closely describes

a. Coping skills b. Understanding a family’s perceptions c. Adaptation d. Utilizing resources

Counseling

The informed consent is required to contain information about the therapeutic process that would reasonably be expected to affect clients’ decisions to enter therapy with the psychologist. This information is called ________ of the therapy.

a. nature b. description c. details d. process

Counseling