Paulo Is a Therapist Working with Tim, Who Has Just

question 35

Multiple Choice

Paulo is a therapist working with Tim, who has just disclosed he is suicidal. What strategy will help Paulo ensure Tim does not act on him impulses?

• A)Encouraging Tim to focus on how terrible things are
• B)Asking Tim for specific details of his plan
• C)Suggesting that Tim act out his suicidal fantasies in session
• D)Helping Tim see options other than suffering

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