Dr Elmer Is Interviewing the Friends, Family, and Therapist of a Person

question 42

Multiple Choice

Dr. Elmer is interviewing the friends, family, and therapist of a person who committed suicide so that she can better understand the reasons for suicide. This assessment is ____.

• A) called a medical autopsy
• B) called a psychological autopsy
• C) relatively easy to do because it involves direct evidence
• D) based on the biological approach to mental disorders

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Definitions:

Ainsworth

Mary Ainsworth was a developmental psychologist known for her work in attachment theory, particularly the Strange Situation procedure that categorizes infant attachment styles.

Rogers's Conditions

Carl Rogers identified key conditions necessary for therapeutic change, including unconditional positive regard, empathy, and congruence (genuineness) within the therapist-client relationship.

Worth

The perceived value or significance an individual attributes to themselves, often linked to self-esteem and self-concept.

Kelly's Theory

Personal Construct Theory by George Kelly posits that individuals use personal constructs, or mental models, to interpret events and navigate their social world.