Which of the Following Is a Primary Goal of Psychodynamic

question 174

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a primary goal of psychodynamic therapists?

• A)To help clients resolve unconscious conflicts and gain insight
• B)To bring about environmental changes to impart adaptive behaviors
• C)To develop the innate growth potential of clients
• D)To modify irrational beliefs of clients

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Definitions:

Reinforcement

A strategy to cultivate desirable behavior by either bestowing positive consequences or withholding negative consequences.

Mentoring

A work relationship that encourages development and career enhancement for people moving through the career cycle.

Positive Reinforcement

A behavioral strategy that involves rewarding a behavior to increase the likelihood of that behavior being repeated.

Observational Learning

The process of acquiring new behaviors or knowledge by watching and imitating others.