What Does the Term Periodontitis Refer To

question 61

Multiple Choice

What does the term periodontitis refer to?

• A) Erosion of the enamel tooth surface
• B) Bacterial damage to the teeth and surrounding alveolar bone
• C) Inflammation and infection of the gingivae
• D) Formation of calcified plaque on the tooth

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Definitions:

Rational Emotive Therapy

A form of psychotherapy created by Albert Ellis, focusing on identifying and changing irrational beliefs that lead to emotional and behavioral issues.

Nondirective Therapy

Any type of psychotherapy in which the therapist allows the direction of the therapy sessions to be controlled by the client; an example is person-centered therapy.

Rational Emotive Therapy

A form of cognitive-behavioral therapy focusing on changing irrational beliefs and cognitive processes that lead to emotional and behavioral issues.

Activating Event

An incident that triggers a psychological or emotional response, often used in cognitive behavioral therapy analysis.