Which of the following statements best defines crisis intervention?
A) An active but temporary entry into the life situation of an individual, a family, or a group during a period of stress
B) A group intervention in which confrontation is used to promote change in the client
C) An intervention in which a group of psychiatric professionals meet to determine which intervention might be most effective for a disturbed client
D) A family meeting in which the treatment team assists with confrontation of the client's behavior
Ans: A
Crisis intervention is temporary, but very active, and occurs only during a period of stress.
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