From the Perspective of Object Relations Theory, What Is the Purpose

question 67

Multiple Choice

From the perspective of object relations theory, what is the purpose of psychotherapy?

• A) to enable an individual to come to terms with his or her phobias and irrational fears
• B) to help minimize use of defense mechanisms
• C) to encourage free expression of hate, anger, love, and fear
• D) to help minimize the difference between the true and false selves

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Definitions:

Insight

The ability to understand the inner nature of things or a situation in a clear and deep way, often leading to problem-solving.

Latent Learning

A process in which learning takes place, but there is no demonstration of that knowledge until a reward or incentive is presented.

Cognitive Mapping

The process by which individuals mentally acquire, code, store, recall, and decode information about the relative locations and attributes of phenomena in their everyday or metaphorical spatial environment.

Cognitive Map

A mental representation of one's physical environment and spatial relationships between objects.