DrReid Is Studying the Efficacy of Gamblers Anonymous

question 23

Multiple Choice

Dr.Reid is studying the efficacy of Gamblers Anonymous.What has she found to be necessary in order for the program to work?

• A) The group leader must be a former gambler.
• B) The gambler must have a desire to quit gambling before they start treatment.
• C) The gambler must be financially stable
• D) The treatment must occur in an psychiatric facility.

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Definitions:

Objective Reality

The state of things as they actually exist, as opposed to an individual's subjective perceptions, beliefs, or feelings.

Technical Eclecticism

An approach in psychotherapy that involves selecting the best treatment techniques from various therapeutic models based on the client's individual needs.

Integration

The process of combining or coordinating separate elements or groups into a unified whole, often used in the context of systems, therapy, or social contexts.

Behavioral Therapy

A therapeutic approach focused on changing maladaptive behaviors through techniques such as conditioning and reinforcement, aiming to improve emotional and mental health.