What Is a Critical Determinant of the Civil Commitment Process

question 19

Multiple Choice

What is a critical determinant of the civil commitment process?

• A) Substance abuse
• B) Dangerousness
• C) Alcoholism
• D) None of the above

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Definitions:

Positive Feedback

In psychology and systems theory, it refers to a process where the effects of a small disturbance on a system include an increase in the magnitude of the perturbation.

Pattern Interruption

A technique used to change habitual behaviors or thoughts by introducing different actions or thoughts to disrupt the pattern.

Relational Problem

Issues or challenges that arise within interpersonal relationships, potentially impacting emotional health and wellbeing.

Enactments

A therapeutic technique where past relational dynamics are re-experienced or played out in the therapy session, often unconsciously, allowing them to be examined and processed.