A Therapist Is Working with a Parent Who Has Engaged

question 27

Multiple Choice

A therapist is working with a parent who has engaged in child maltreatment.The parent says,"He is always sassing me and needs to learn better." The therapist helps the parent see that 100% compliance is not a realistic goal and asks her to provide evidence both for and against her distorted belief that he is "always sassing." This therapist is most likely using which technique?

• A) parent-child interaction therapy
• B) group therapy
• C) cognitive-behavioral family therapy
• D) eye-movement desensitization training

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Definitions:

Group Average

The mean value derived from a set of numerical data, representing the central or typical value in a collection of numbers.

Mature-partnership Phase

A stage in a relationship characterized by mutual respect, deep understanding, and shared goals, often seen in long-term personal or professional relationships.

Dyadic In-group Relationship

A close, often reciprocal relationship between two individuals, typically a leader and a follower, characterized by trust, loyalty, and mutual influence.

Leadership-making

A process aimed at developing reciprocal relationships between leaders and followers, moving beyond mere exchange relationships to develop mutual respect, trust, and commitment.