Before the 1950s, Why Did Some Therapists Believe That Psychotherapy

question 129

Multiple Choice

Before the 1950s, why did some therapists believe that psychotherapy is unsuccessful in treating schizophrenia?

• A) Schizophrenia increases the strength of most ego defense mechanisms.
• B) Insurance does not cover psychotherapy for patients diagnosed as schizophrenic.
• C) People with schizophrenia are too far removed from reality to form a trusting relationship with the therapist.
• D) Excessive dopamine interferes with the process of free association that is requisite to the success of psychotherapy.

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