A "Skills First" Approach to Mental Health Problems Refers to an Approach

question 35

Multiple Choice

A "skills first" approach to mental health problems refers to an approach that

• A)enhances self-esteem in order to bolster competence,because competence is seen as a by-product of feeling good.
• B)emphasizes social skills over behavior management.
• C)emphasizes competence before performance.
• D)enhances competence in order to bolster self-esteem,because feeling good is seen as a by-product of doing well.

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Definitions:

Need for Affiliation

A person's inherent desire to feel connected to others, seeking social bonds and meaningful relationships.

Need for Achievement

A psychological trait that drives individuals to achieve goals and excel in their endeavors.

Desire to Excel

The strong motivation or ambition to surpass others or oneself in performance or achievement.

Acquired Needs Theory

A motivational theory that categorizes an individual's specific needs into three categories: achievement, affiliation, and power.