Which of the Following Statements Is Not True

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is not true?

• A)Functional family therapy is effective in treating at-risk adolescents
• B)Emotionally-focused couple therapy is based on considerable research.
• C)Empirically-supported research thus far has been carried out primarily by behavioral and cognitive-behavioral therapies.
• D)Validation therapy offers a good example of a carefully researched set of therapeutic procedures.

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Definitions:

Aronson and Carlsmith

Researchers known for their work in social psychology, particularly for studies on cognitive dissonance.

Punishment

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Misbehave

To act out or behave badly, often violating social norms or expectations.

Justification

Justification involves providing reasons, explanations, or rationalizations for one's actions or beliefs, often to align with moral, legal, or social standards.