The First Task of a Therapist Asked to Treat a Distressed

question 36

Multiple Choice

The first task of a therapist asked to treat a distressed relationship includes . . .

• A) Identifying the dysfunctional thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that are contributing to the couple's distress
• B) Figuring out which partner is to blame for the distressing situation
• C) Restoring the partners' relationship satisfaction to its initial level
• D) Speaking with family members to determine the root of the problem

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