Psychodynamic and Client-Centered Therapies Are Very Different Therapeutic Approaches

question 62

Multiple Choice

Psychodynamic and client-centered therapies are very different therapeutic approaches. Which of the following is a major difference between the two therapies?

• A) Psychodynamic focuses on impulses while client-centered focuses on potential for growth.
• B) Psychodynamic is based on Rogersʹs work while client-centered is based on Freud's work.
• C) Psychodynamic uses empathy while client-centered uses interpretation.
• D) Psychodynamic is short-term therapy while client-centered is long-term therapy.

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Definitions:

Psychological Preparedness

refers to an individual's mental readiness and resilience to cope effectively with emergencies, stress, or threats.

Insight Learning

A form of learning characterized by an individual suddenly realizing how to solve a problem without trial-and-error, often involving understanding the underlying principles.

Latent Learning

Latent learning refers to knowledge that is acquired without immediate evidence of any change in behavior, which is revealed under certain conditions.

Learned Helplessness

A condition marked by an individual's struggle with feeling incapable, stemming from experiencing trauma or constant unsuccessful attempts.