Dr Rushford's Patient Has Been Diagnosed with Schizophrenia

question 132

Multiple Choice

Dr. Rushford's patient has been diagnosed with schizophrenia. She is helping the patient learn how to initiate and maintain a conversation with others. In addition she is teaching her client how to gather important personal information by accompanying the client to selected places and demonstrating the skills necessary to accomplish his goals. Which treatment approach is Dr. Rushford using?

• A) Behavioural
• B) Existential
• C) Cognitive
• D) Psychodynamic

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Definitions:

Psychologists

Professionals who study mental processes and behavior through research and observation, often providing counseling and therapy.

Rorschach Blot

A projective psychological test consisting of inkblots presented to a subject, whose interpretations of the shapes are analyzed to assess emotional function and personality.

Therapist

A professional trained to provide psychological treatment and support to individuals or groups.

Interpretation

The process of assigning meaning to information or experiences.