Which of the Following Statements Most Accurately Summarizes Whitaker's Concept

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements most accurately summarizes Whitaker's concept of the battle for initiative?

• A) Therapists should avoid tension and crisis in therapy at all costs.
• B) Therapists should never work harder than their clients.
• C) Clients should not initiate change; the therapist should.
• D) Clients should allow their therapist to be overly helpful and to push their change.

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Definitions:

Oppositional Defiant Disorder

A behavioral disorder in children and adolescents characterized by a persistent pattern of defiant, disobedient, and hostile behavior toward authority figures.

Conduct Disorder

A serious behavioral and emotional disorder in children and adolescents characterized by a long-term pattern of antisocial behavior, aggression, and a disregard for others.

Juvenile Delinquency

Refers to anti-social or criminal behavior by individuals under the age of 18.

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity Disorder

A neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity that interfere with functioning or development.