Which of the Following Best Exemplifies the Psychoanalytic Idea of Countertransference

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best exemplifies the psychoanalytic idea of countertransference?

• A) catharsis brings emotional healing
• B) a patient begins to use healthier defenses
• C) a therapist begins to feel angry with the patient
• D) a patient who is angry at his mother becomes angry at the therapist

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Definitions:

Lycanthropy

A psychiatric condition in which a person believes they can transform into a wolf or that they have transformed into one, a rare delusion.

Wolves

Large carnivores belonging to the canine family, known for their social structure and roles in ecosystems as apex predators.

Psychopathology

The study of mental disorders, including their symptoms, etiology (causes), and treatment.

Mental Illness

An expansive range of conditions related to mental health, influencing emotional well-being, cognitive function, and conduct.