Observational Tasks and Techniques (E

question 10

Multiple Choice

Observational tasks and techniques (e.g., genograms) in the assessment of couples and families tend to:

• A)be highly reliable and stable.
• B)have low reliability.
• C)be comparatively free of counselor bias.
• D)have an abundance of research documenting their validity.

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Definitions:

Sleep Terrors

Episodes of screaming, intense fear, and flailing while still asleep, associated with non-REM sleep.

Nightmares

Disturbing dreams that can cause feelings of fear, horror, and distress, often awakening the sleeper.

Rapid Eye Movement

A phase of sleep associated with dreaming, characterized by quick, jerky movements of the eyes.