Through _____, active measures are taken in advance of a potentially stressful situation in order to prevent its occurrence or to minimize its consequences
a) adaptive coping
b) the primary appraisal
c) emotion-focused coping
d) proactive coping
Answer: d
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Realizing that patients were often unaware of material previously recalled under hypnosis, Breuer and Freud hypothesized the existence of ________, a concept considered one of the most important developments in the history of psychopathology
a. neurosis b. the unconscious mind c. the Electra complex d. catharsis
College administrators suspended Lee Loughner after they became concerned about Loughner's potential to commit dangerous behaviors. Why didn't authorities arrest him?
a. Loughner's therapist did not feel he posed a danger to others b. None of the local mental health facilities had space to house him. c. Loughner did not make any overt threats against anyone. d. Loughner's behavior was not considered odd in comparison to his peer group.
Which of the following psychotherapeutic techniques is most likely to be used by a client-centered therapist?
a. reflection of feelings b. interpretation of unconscious resistance c. challenging the client to make courageous life choices d. probing experiences of early childhood