A client with dependent personality disorder has a goal to increase her problem-solving skills. Which of the following client behaviors indicates progress toward meeting that goal?
A) Asking questions
B) Being polite
C) Controlling emotional outbursts
D) Requesting assistance appropriately
A
Feedback: Clients with dependent personality disorder are very passive, so asking questions to gain information is an assertive first step in problem solving. Being polite, controlling emotional outbursts, and requesting assistance appropriately are not behaviors which increase problem-solving skills.
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