It Is Not Uncommon for People to Hang on to Their

question 35

Multiple Choice

It is not uncommon for people to hang on to their beliefs even when substantial evidence suggests they are untrue,counterproductive,and even harmful.This tendency is known as the

• A)belief perseverance phenomenon.
• B)belief continuity phenomenon.
• C)correspondence bias.
• D)belief disconfirmation bias.

Understand the various styles of policy advocacy and practice.

Differentiate between the roles and impacts of policy practitioners, policy leaders, and policy initiators.

Identify the skills necessary for effective policy advocacy.

Analyze the use of power in policy advocacy.

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Definitions:

Presenting Problem

The initial issue a client reports or seeks help for in a therapeutic or clinical setting.

Insight

The capacity to gain an accurate and deep intuitive understanding of a person or thing.

Systemic Counselors

Professionals who approach counseling and therapy with an understanding that individuals are part of larger systems, such as families and communities, and consider these dynamics in treatment.

Lifecycle Stages

The distinct phases through which an organism or entity passes during its existence, from inception to conclusion.