Roger Is a Single Father of Two Young Daughters and Has

question 172

Multiple Choice

Roger is a single father of two young daughters and has been dating Cheryl for the past 2 years. He recently learned that his company is going to be downsizing. Although Roger is financially stable, he is worried that his job is in jeopardy. He hasn't told anyone of the situation. Cheryl and his daughters have noticed that Roger is irritable and doesn't seem to be interested in doing anything. He is experiencing headaches, restlessness, and insomnia. Roger decides to seek professional help and starts seeing a cognitive therapist. Which one of the following approaches is Roger's therapist LEAST likely to use?

• A) encouraging Roger to identify his fears and examine them logically
• B) telling Roger that there is absolutely nothing to worry about
• C) encouraging Roger to disclose his fears to Cheryl
• D) helping Roger accept that he isn't going to experience a financial disaster

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