The Reduced Use of Full-Time Commitment to Mental Institutions for the Treatment

question 583

Multiple Choice

The reduced use of full-time commitment to mental institutions for the treatment of mental disorders is referred to as

• A)the therapeutic alliance.
• B)the crisis intervention alternative.
• C)somatic out-patient therapy.
• D)deinstitutionalization

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Definitions:

Psychotherapy

A therapeutic treatment involving psychological methods, particularly when based on regular personal interaction, to help a person change behavior and overcome problems in desired ways.

Biological Perspective

An approach in psychology that examines thoughts, feelings, and behaviors from a biological standpoint, focusing on genetics, neuroscience, and evolutionary insights.

Self-Help Group

A voluntary association of individuals who share a common desire to overcome personal problems or improve their life situation through mutual support.

Divorced Mother

A woman who has legally dissolved her marriage and is raising her children on her own or in shared custody arrangements.