A Client Reports That His Shyness Has Created Difficulty and Loneliness

question 28

Multiple Choice

A client reports that his shyness has created difficulty and loneliness in his life. His family worries about his isolation and the client longs to have more friends. The client is most likely in what stage of problem-solving?

• A) Solution implementation and verification
• B) Decision making
• C) Problem definition and formulation
• D) Treatment rationale

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Definitions:

Schizophrenogenic Mother

A type of mother—supposedly cold, domineering, and uninterested in the needs of her children—who was once thought to cause schizophrenia in her child.

Schizophrenia

A serious psychological impairment manifesting in disruptions to thinking, experiencing, emotional regulation, articulation, self-identity, and social conduct.

Mentally Ill Chemical Abusers

Individuals who suffer from both a substance misuse problem and a mental health disorder, indicating a need for integrated treatment approaches.

Mentally Ill Chemical Abusers

Individuals who suffer from both mental health disorders and substance abuse issues, requiring integrated treatment approaches.