One of the Most Important Skills That Therapists Must Possess

question 39

Multiple Choice

One of the most important skills that therapists must possess when conducting an interview regarding sexual behavior is

• A) communicating their own sexual values.
• B) using only the proper clinical terms for sexual behavior.
• C) demonstrating that they are comfortable talking about sexual issues.
• D) being able to diagnose medical causes of sexual dysfunction.

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Definitions:

Abnormal Psychology

The study of psychological disorders and abnormal behaviors, including their symptoms, causes, and treatments.

Cross-Sectional Study

A research methodology that examines a varied population at a single point in time to investigate the prevalence of, or the relationships between, variables.

Experimental Study

A study method in which variables are controlled and manipulated to establish cause-and-effect relationships between them.

Quantitative Change

Quantitative change refers to changes in amount or quantity, often measurable, such as height, weight, or volume, as opposed to qualitative changes which involve the nature or type of something.