DrThomas Wants to Determine Why Some Children Are Hyperactive,whereas Others

question 68

Multiple Choice

Dr.Thomas wants to determine why some children are hyperactive,whereas others are not.Which of the following motives for studying child development does this best represent?

• A) To gain insight into the origins of adult behavior
• B) To gain insight into sex differences and gender roles and the effects of culture on development
• C) To gain insight into the origins,prevention,and treatment of developmental problems
• D) All of the above

Understand the advantages and disadvantages of different types of groups, including virtual and telephone groups.

Be able to prepare a written proposal for group services tailored to specific populations or issues.

Learn methods for assessing the potential membership and sponsorship of the group.

Understand how to orient group members and the relevance of initial meetings.

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Definitions:

Free Association

A psychoanalytic technique used to explore the unconscious by having patients reveal whatever thoughts, feelings, or images come to mind.

Psychoanalytic Patient

An individual undergoing psychoanalysis, a therapeutic technique originally developed by Freud, aimed at uncovering unconscious thoughts and behaviors.

Negative Criticism

Feedback or comments that express disapproval or highlight deficits and problems, often with the intention of prompting improvement.

Biomedical Therapy

A therapy (drug therapy, electroconvulsive therapy, or psychosurgery) that is based on the assumption that psychological disorders are symptoms of underlying physical problems.