Data on the Effectiveness of Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy Indicate

question 153

Multiple Choice

Data on the effectiveness of short-term dynamic psychotherapy indicate:

• A) claims that the program achieves major psychological changes are greatly exaggerated
• B) follow-up visits can, in fact, extend the duration of therapy to that of traditional psychoanalysis
• C) effective treatment of disorders like generalized anxiety, panic, and depression
• D) much more research must be conducted before the effectiveness of STDP can be properly assessed

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Definitions:

Collective Unconscious

A concept in psychoanalytic theory referring to the part of the unconscious mind that is shared among beings of the same species containing archetypes and universal experiences.

Carl Jung

A psychiatrist and psychoanalyst from Switzerland who established the field of analytical psychology, focusing on the significance of the personal psyche and the individual's pursuit of completeness.

Symbols and Art

The use of symbols within art to convey complex ideas, emotions, and narratives, bridging the gap between abstract thoughts and tangible expression.

Psychoanalysis

A therapeutic approach focusing on unconscious thoughts and feelings, developed by Sigmund Freud, aiming to resolve internal conflicts.