A client does not participate in group sessions due to feeling inferior to others in the group. Based on cognitive theory, he would be directed to:
a. Review his previous relationship with his parents.
b. Participate in group to receive extra privileges.
c. Suppress negative thoughts about the group.
d. Recognize and change his negative thoughts.
D
Cognitive theory and therapy stress self-regulation and control to change behavior. Reviewing relationships with parents is indicative of psychoanalysis. Behavior change for reward is based on behavioral theory and suppression of thoughts is a negative means of coping.
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