The purpose of cognitive distancing is to:
a. suppress distressing and negative thoughts.
b. prevent thoughts from having any impact on behavior.
c. gain greater objectivity when evaluating thoughts.
d. test and dispute negative thoughts.
C
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a. psychosocial interventions b. amphetamine compounds c. Strattera d. Modafinil
Gary works in an agency that is short-staffed and is continuously being asked to work an overloaded schedule. He feels overwhelmed by the job and is exhausted by the time he leaves work. Recently, Gary sought help through a counselor for managing his stress. The first step he needs to take to develop an effective stress-management program is
a. altering stress-inducing behavior patterns. b. avoiding stressors. c. self-monitoring. d. using cognitive approaches to challenge irrational beliefs.
Assessment tools such as the Texas Revised Inventory of Grief generally look for
a. how much the person lost and what it meant. b. what the person lost and what it meant. c. both a and b. d. what the course of the grief is and how it is progressing.
According to existential therapy techniques, which technique focuses on strengths instead of on weaknesses?
a. Paradoxical intention b. Dereflection c. Empathy d. Self-transcendence