Joseph tells his therapist that he is “pathetic, unlovable, unattractive” and it’s “no wonder his wife had an affair.” According to the textbook, these would be examples of ______.

A. self-limiting beliefs
B. negative cognitions
C. pessimism
D. paranoia


A. self-limiting beliefs

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Of the following current principles of substance abuse treatment, which is not true?

a. Addiction and other psychiatric disorders are treated separately. b. Case management has moved away from the 28-day model. c. Client autonomy and responsibility are major driving forces to treatment regimens. d. Computer-based assessment protocols help tailor-make individual treatment plans.

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Which of the following terms refers to a disorder being an integral part of the self?

a. Egosyntonic b. Pica c. Schizotypal d. Histrionic

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During World War II, the Germans required gays to wear

a. Pink triangles b. Violet ribbons c. Striped "6"s d. Black squares

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Sue and Zane suggest which of the two strategies for improving provider credibility?

A. Ensure provider shares cultural experience within the client's community and ensure family is present B. Ensure problems are understood in terms of the client's cultural perspective and ensure immediate benefit C. Ensure family is present in the process and ensure immediate benefit D. Ensure long-term goals are not discussed and ensure problems are understood in terms of the client's cultural perspective

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