Why Might It Be Important to Schedule an Extended Initial

question 26

Multiple Choice

Why might it be important to schedule an extended initial interview session with a child and his/her parents?

• A) So that the child has adequate time for self-expression
• B) So that the caretakers feel their concerns have been sufficiently addressed
• C) So that the therapist has plenty of time to assess the level of psychopathology in each family member
• D) All of the above
• E) Only A and B

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