Which of the Following Techniques and Strategies Would Most Likely

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following techniques and strategies would most likely be used by a therapist who practices traditional behavioral couple therapy?
(1) behavior exchange
(2) cognitive restructuring
(3) expression of underlying, attachment-based expectations and needs
(4) changing of maladaptive standards and expectations
(5) communication skills training
(6) problem-solving training

• A) 1, 2, and 5
• B) 1, 5, and 6
• C) 2, 4, and 5
• D) 3 and 4

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Definitions:

Projection

A defense mechanism in psychology where individuals attribute their own thoughts, feelings, or attributes to someone else.

Perceptual Defence

A psychological concept where an individual subconsciously resists recognizing or accepting information that conflicts with their personal beliefs or expectations.

Implicit Personality Theory

The assumptions or biases that people naturally make about the characteristics and traits of others based on limited observations.

Primacy

The principle that items or information presented first in a list or sequence are more likely to be remembered or given importance.