A Group Is in the Working Phase

question 6

Multiple Choice

A group is in the working phase. One member says, "That is the stupidest thing I've ever heard. Everyone whines and tells everyone else what to do. This group is a total waste of my time." Which comment by the group leader would be most therapeutic?

• A) "You seem to think you know a lot already. Since you know so much, perhaps you can tell everyone why you are back in the hospital?"
• B) "I think you have made your views clear, but I wonder if others feel the same way. How does everyone else feel about our group?"
• C) "It must be hard to be so angry." Direct this comment to another group member, "You were also angry at first, but you are not now. What has helped you?"
• D) "I would like to remind you that one of our group rules is that everyone is to offer only positive responses to the comments of others."

Understand the principles and applications of various behavior therapy techniques.

Recognize the effectiveness and limitations of virtual reality exposure therapy.

Identify systematic desensitization and its process.

Explain the role of aversive conditioning in modifying behavior.

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