In Terms of Emotional Support Strategies, What Is the Goal

question 56

Multiple Choice

In terms of emotional support strategies, what is the goal of person-centered messages?

• A) to communicate your intentions clearly so that the other person knows you want to be helpful and supportive
• B) to protect the other person's self-esteem
• C) to encourage and praise the other person
• D) to help the other person develop a deeper understanding of the problem so they take on the task of solving or coping with it
• E) to intensify the perceived sincerity of your response by emphasizing your desire to help solve the problem for the other person