The Techniques of Psychoanalytic Therapy Are Aimed At

question 39

Multiple Choice

The techniques of psychoanalytic therapy are aimed at:

• A)gaining insights into the client's behavior.
• B)helping clients to resolve their competitive strivings with their siblings.
• C)teaching people social skills such as assertive behavior.
• D)helping clients see how their thinking leads to certain emotional and behavioral patterns.

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Definitions:

Neurotransmitter

Chemical substances that transmit signals across a synapse from one neuron to another in the brain or body.

Inhibitory

Referring to a process that decreases the likelihood of a neuron firing and transmitting its signal to other neurons.

Excitatory

Pertaining to or causing excitation, often referring to neurotransmitters or synaptic inputs that increase the likelihood of a neuron firing an action potential.

Parkinson's Disease

A neurodegenerative disorder that affects movement, causing symptoms such as tremors, stiffness, and slowness of movement.