A Therapist States, "'My Son Is Always Defiant' Is Not

question 15

Multiple Choice

A therapist states, "'My son is always defiant' is not a well-defined problem. A preferred problem description is, 'When I ask my son to do something, he refuses, and when I push further he starts yelling and cursing. That's when I give in.'" The MRI systemic therapist is trying to do what in regard to setting goals for therapy?

• A) Concretely defining the problem
• B) Identifying attempted solutions
• C) Describing the behavioral change
• D) Developing a plan

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Definitions:

Depressed Women

Refers to females experiencing depression, a mental health disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest or pleasure in activities.

Surveys

Research methods that involve collecting data from a sample of individuals through their responses to questions, often used in social sciences.

Personality Traits

Enduring characteristics and behaviors that differentiate one individual from another.

Emotional States

The various feelings that an individual can experience, which can affect their thoughts, behaviors, and physiological conditions.