Dillan Was in a Motor Vehicle Accident and Suffered Damage

question 101

Multiple Choice

Dillan was in a motor vehicle accident and suffered damage to his prefrontal cortex.Which of the following might you expect of Dillan?

• A) Dillan may have problems with memory.
• B) Dillan may not want to affiliate with others.
• C) Dillan will be afraid to be alone.
• D) Dillan will have difficulties with impulse control.

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Definitions:

Resistance

In psychology, the opposition or reluctance to discuss, remember, or acknowledge certain thoughts, feelings, or experiences during therapy.

Insight

The ability to understand the true nature of a situation, often leading to a sudden realization or solution.

Cognitive-behavioral

Pertaining to a therapy approach that addresses dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and cognitions through a goal-oriented, systematic process.

Psychodynamic Perspective

A psychological approach that emphasizes the systematic study of the psychological forces underlying human behavior, feelings, and emotions and how they might relate to early experience.