When Eliciting Descriptions of the Presenting Concern/problem in Couples or Family

question 14

Multiple Choice

When eliciting descriptions of the presenting concern/problem in couples or family therapy, it is important to get a description from:

• A) each client in the room.
• B) extended family.
• C) broader systems.
• D) all systems/parties involved in therapy.

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Definitions:

Monochronic

A cultural attitude towards time that emphasizes doing one thing at a time, punctuality, and a linear sense of how time flows.

Edward Hall

An American anthropologist known for his work in the field of intercultural communication, including the concepts of high-context and low-context cultures.

Polychronic

Refers to a cultural attitude towards time management that values multitasking and flexible scheduling.

Uncertainty Avoidance Index

A measure used in cross-cultural studies to describe the extent to which people in a culture feel threatened by uncertain or unknown situations.