A Client Is Asked to Look at a Picture and to Tell

question 118

Multiple Choice

A client is asked to look at a picture and to tell a story that describes what she thinks is happening in the picture. Her therapist will use the content of the story to make inferences about the client's personality. The client is likely taking the

• A) Rorschach Test.
• B) Q-Sort.
• C) Thematic Apperception Test.
• D) MMPI.

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Definitions:

Machiavellianism

A personality trait focusing on manipulativeness, deceitfulness, and a disregard for morality to achieve one's goals.

Ingratiation

A social influence tactic aimed at making oneself more likable or acceptable to others, often by using flattery or other forms of strategic behavior.

Assertiveness

is the quality of being self-assured and confident without being aggressive, enabling effective communication and boundary setting.

Silent Authority

A form of power or influence exerted by an individual based on their position or role within an organization, without explicitly manifesting it.