Exam 17: Outcomes and Issues in Psychological Intervention

After several weeks of therapy, George's therapist visits his home and manipulates his surroundings in order to support the changes they've made in therapy. This generalization attempt is referred to as:

According to Dobson and Hamilton (2002), what should efficacy researchers try to maximize in their studies? Two correct answers for 72 and 73

Which of the following is the best characterization of the working alliance?

Theoretical integration is when a therapist practices primarily from one orientation, but also draws on techniques from others.

A strong therapeutic alliance is one of the most important elements for treatment success.

Alyssa is nearly finished her clinical training program. She is discussing her training with her clinical supervisor and is expressing concern that the bulk of her training has been from only one theoretical orientation - CBT. The reason behind her concern is that:

Which of the following individuals has been credited with originating the field of psychotherapy research?

Pete has been struggling with alcohol dependence for several years. His wife, Sarah, is urging him to get help. The best treatment for Pete may be:

Couples therapy is rooted in cognitive-behavioural principles.

Core competencies are considered essential skills needed by therapists.

Research (Joyce et al., 2010)in individual differences in _____ showed that clients with a(n)_____ have less favourable treatment outcomes.

What are the basic principles of Integrative Behavioural Couples Therapy (IBCT)?

What is the Menninger Foundation Psychotherapy Research Project known for?

Couples therapy does not work for all couples. Couples for whom it is least successful are those in which:

Greenberg et al.'s (1994)meta-analytic review of the effectiveness of client-centred therapy suggests that:

Barry is depressed and his wife Rhonda encourages him to seek therapy. He is reluctant, but agrees to go so long as she joins him. What is the likelihood that couples therapy will help Barry's depression?

Systematic desensitization relies on which theoretical position?

Enid and her husband, Lou, live in a remote area of Alberta. She is concerned about Lou's increasing forgetfulness and confusion. Their family doctor suspects that Lou may be showing signs of Alzheimer's disease, but would like Lou to see a specialist. The closest one is over 300 km away, which is too far for them to travel. What is their best option for having Lou assessed and treated?

Describe the three different approaches to eclecticism (technical eclecticism, common factorism, theoretical integration). As part of this discussion, consider limitations to the integrative movement in psychotherapy.

Most therapists practice primarily from one orientation, but also draw on theories or techniques from others.