The primary purpose of reminiscence therapy is to stimulate memory in order to make connections with the past and possibly provides an opportunity for conscious or unconscious resolution of unresolved grief or other issues. ____________________________ reminiscence involves the pleasant recollection of past memories for the purpose of enjoyment.

a. Simple reminiscence
b. Evaluative reminiscence
c. Offensive-defensive reminiscence
d. Complex reminiscence


Ans: a

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