A Therapist Instructs a Client to "Buy a Notebook, and for the Next

question 191

Multiple Choice

A therapist instructs a client to "Buy a notebook, and for the next week record every time anyone smiles or seems happy to you." This is most likely a __________ therapist treating a client for __________.

• A) cognitive...depression
• B) person-centered...panic disorder
• C) behavior modification...obsessive-compulsive disorder
• D) psychodynamic...paranoia

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Definitions:

Tarasoff

Refers to a legal case and resulting duty that mandates mental health professionals to warn individuals of credible threats made against them by a patient.

Therapist

A professional trained to treat emotional, mental, and behavioral disorders through various psychological techniques and therapies.

Warn

To inform someone about a possible danger, problem, or other unpleasant situation, typically to prevent or minimize damage.

Involuntary Commitment

The process by which individuals are admitted to a psychiatric hospital or ward against their will due to danger to themselves or others.