The Most Convincing Evidence for the Effectiveness of Psychotherapy Comes

question 39

Multiple Choice

The most convincing evidence for the effectiveness of psychotherapy comes from

• A) studies of client satisfaction with the treatment received.
• B) reports from therapists concerning their perceptions of client improvement.
• C) meta-analyses of psychotherapeutic outcome studies.
• D) the reactions of family and friends to those who have recently undergone psychotherapeutic treatment.

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Definitions:

Social Category

A grouping of individuals sharing a common characteristic (such as age, gender, or religion) without necessarily interacting or identifying with each other.

Impose Conformity

The act of enforcing standardization or uniformity among individuals or groups, often through coercion or social pressure.

Identify With

The process of associating oneself with specific groups, values, or characteristics, often as part of forming one's social identity.

Embedded In

Integrally involved or deeply ingrained within a particular context, situation, or system.