What is object relations theory?

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Object relations theory is a newer form of psychoanalytic therapy that entails exploring clients’ internal, unconscious identifications and internalizations of external objects. The term originated from Freudian theorists who wanted to point out that at certain points for infants, other people are merely objects for gratifying needs. Object relations is a theory that emphasizes interpersonal relations, primarily in the family and particularly between mother and child.

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a. Gender-based norms for the Self-Directed Search b. Minimization of reliance on theories based on research on males. c. Making women aware of STEM occupations d. All of the above

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Olivia, a new supervisor, is creating a template for a supervisory contract she can use with supervisees. In the contract, she should include information related to all of the following EXCEPT:

A. goals and objectives. B. her personal religious and sexual values. C. evaluation of job performance. D. cultural and advocacy competencies.

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Why do we test the null hypothesis instead of the research hypothesis?

A. We test the null because it produced more power than testing the research hypothesis. B. We test the null because there is more power in confirming than disconfirming evidence. C. We test the null because there is more power in disconfirming evidence than confirming. D. We test the null because it is easier than trying to test all the possible research hypotheses.

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Which of the following is NOT true regarding item generation?

a. Items should be representative of the domain of behavior. b. Items should be proportionate to their importance. c. Selecting an item format depends on the type of information needed. d. The setting of test administration takes priority in determining how a test will be designed.

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