Which Communication Technique Invites a Client to Share Thoughts

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which communication technique invites a client to share thoughts?

• A)Paraphrasing
• B)Asking direct questions
• C)Asking open-ended questions
• D)Focusing

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Definitions:

Psychodynamic Theorists

Scholars and clinicians who focus on unconscious psychological processes and believe that childhood experiences are crucial in shaping adult personality.

Primary Gain

The internal psychological benefits derived from the symptoms of an illness, often serving to relieve anxiety or conflict.

Secondary Gain

In psychodynamic theory, the gain people achieve when their somatic symptoms elicit kindness from others or provide an excuse for avoiding unpleasant activities.

Hysterical Somatoform Disorders

Psychological disorders characterized by physical symptoms that have no identifiable physical cause, often arising from emotional or psychological stress.