In a Group-Centered Approach, the Leader

question 7

Multiple Choice

In a group-centered approach, the leader:

• A) Facilitates the meeting by keeping it moving.
• B) Dominates what is happening.
• C) Allows the group to facilitate its own direction.
• D) None of the above.

Describe cognitive theories and their application in treating somatic and conversion disorders.

Evaluate the diagnostic criteria and concerns associated with somatic symptom disorder and illness anxiety disorder.

Understand historical context and psychological phenomena like la belle indifference related to conversion disorder.

Recognize various somatic symptom disorders and their dramatic manifestations.

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Definitions:

Reinforcement

A consequence that increases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated in the future.

Bandura

A psychologist best known for his work on social learning theory, stressing the importance of observational learning, imitation, and modeling.

Secondary Reinforcers

Stimuli that have no inherent value but have been learned to be rewarding through their association with primary reinforcers.

Intrinsically Reinforcing

Referring to activities or stimuli that are enjoyable and rewarding in themselves, without requiring external validation.