The Rationale for Self-Exploration and Personal Therapy for Helpers Is

question 21

Multiple Choice

The rationale for self-exploration and personal therapy for helpers is that

• A)if helpers are unaware of issues stemming from their family experiences,they are likely to find ways to avoid acknowledging and dealing with potentially painful areas with their clients.
• B)as clients confront events that trigger their pain,memories of helpers' own pain may come forth.
• C)both a and b
• D)neither of the above

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Definitions:

Gender Norms

Socially constructed roles, behaviors, activities, and attributes that a given society considers appropriate for men and women.

Intimacy

Refers to the close, familiar, and usually affectionate or loving personal relationship between individuals.

Peer Conformity

The act of changing one's behavior or beliefs to match those of one's peers, often to fit into a group or gain acceptance.

Peer World

The social environment and community formed by individuals of approximately the same age, which greatly influences behaviors, attitudes, and learning.