A client is discussing his use of biofeedback. Which of the following client statements shows the best understanding of success?
1. "I have set aside one hour a day for practice."
2. "My appointments are very important; I keep them all."
3. "I find it empowering that I can do something to help myself."
4. "Goals are important; setting them gives me something to work toward."
ANS: 3
Clients who are compliant with appointments, practice times, and goal setting and basically take responsibility for their treatment tend to be the most successful since it provides a sense of con-trol over the situation. The remaining options identify individual aspects of that control.
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