Joanne's Mother Is 90 Years Old, Disabled, and in Need

question 38

Multiple Choice

Joanne's mother is 90 years old, disabled, and in need of assistance with daily living activities. Recently, Joanne and her husband suggested that Joanne's mother move in with them. This situation is an example of what the text refers to as

• A) elder care.
• B) family care.
• C) aged dependency.
• D) infirmity.

---

Definitions:

Counseling Theory

A framework or model that guides counselors in understanding clients' problems, making assessments, and developing interventions.

Beck

Aaron Beck is a psychiatrist known for developing Cognitive Therapy, which later became known as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a primary form of psychological treatment.

Rogers

Refers to Carl Rogers, an influential American psychologist who founded the person-centered approach to therapy, emphasizing empathy, and unconditional positive regard.

Working Alliance

A therapeutic concept that refers to the collaboration between a therapist and client on agreed-upon goals and tasks, as well as the bond between them.