Which of the Following Comments Is Most Likely to Be

question 78

Multiple Choice

Which of the following comments is most likely to be made in a group characterized by groupthink?

• A)"We have been in agreement on matters in the past and I hope that will continue."
• B)"Joe,why don't you play devil's advocate and challenge the course of action most of us seem to prefer?"
• C)"I think we need some outsiders to come in and critique our decision before we proceed."
• D)"We have made some stupid mistakes in the past.Let's work carefully to not make the same errors again."

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Definitions:

Dialectical Behavior Therapy

A type of cognitive-behavioral therapy that emphasizes the psychosocial aspects of treatment, focusing on building skills in mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.

Psychodynamic Approach

Focuses on understanding human behavior by analyzing the inner conflicts that arise from childhood experiences and the unconscious mind.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy

A type of cognitive-behavioral therapy that focuses on teaching skills to manage emotional distress and improve interpersonal relationships, often used for treating borderline personality disorder.

Dr. Marsha Linehan

A psychologist who created Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), primarily aimed at treating borderline personality disorder and other conditions.