When Therapists Are Told to "Respect and Trust the System

question 55

Multiple Choice

When therapists are told to "respect and trust the system," it means they should:

• A) adapt to client language and viewpoint.
• B) trust that clients will be able to resolve their own problems without interference.
• C) identify symptoms of family problems as indicators of individual pathology.
• D) respect the family as a system with its own unique epistemology.

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Definitions:

DSM Classification System

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders classification system used by healthcare professionals to diagnose and classify mental disorders.

Etiology

The study or investigation of the causes or origins of a disease or condition.

Theoretical Orientation

A conceptual framework that guides a practitioner's approach to understanding clients and addressing their psychological concerns.

Assessment Process

A systematic procedure for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting information to evaluate individuals, groups, or programs.