Exam 15: Psychological Therapies

A humanistic psychologist would most likely agree that:

Which therapeutic approach is most concerned about changing the problem behavior?

The therapist's feeling of respect and affection for the client that exists without any strings attached, no matter what the client may say or do, is called ________.

Since cognitive therapy focuses on changing thoughts rather than gaining deep insights into their causes, this kind of therapy is primarily an ________ therapy.

Willamina is interested in helping her client get a clearer understanding of his motives and actions. She is most likely to be a(n) ________ therapist.

Research shows that African American clients prefer a therapist ________ while Asian men prefer a ________ therapist.

What do behavior therapists see as the cause of abnormal or undesirable behaviors?

Which method of treating phobias involves progressive relaxation and exposure to the feared object?

Bob has been under a physician's care for depression. Although his symptoms have disappeared and he has suffered no major side effects, he has had to go on a severely restricted diet since his treatment began and be careful about eating certain smoked, fermented, or pickled foods, and drinking certain beverages. In addition, he needs to be careful about taking other medications due to a risk of severe high blood pressure. Bob's doctor has probably been treating him with ________.

Cognitive and cognitive-behavioral therapies have had considerable success in treating many types of disorders, including depression, stress disorders, anxiety disorders, and even some types of schizophrenia.

The basic goal of systematic desensitization is to ________.

Bilateral anterior cingulotomy has been performed in cases of ________ that have not responded to other therapy techniques.

________ has been used successfully in helping children who have a fear of going to the dentist, social withdrawal, social skills deficits, and phobias.

A contingency contract is a formal written agreement in which the goals of behavioral change, reinforcements, and penalties are clearly stated.

Bilateral anterior cingulotomy has been performed in cases of ________ that have not responded to other therapy techniques.

The kind of therapy that uses biological treatments such as medication, surgical methods, and electrical shock treatments to bring about changes in the person's disordered behavior is called ________.

Every time Alice cleans her room properly and makes the bed, she receives a marble. When she accumulates 100 marbles, she can get the new video game she wants. What type of behavioral program are Alice's parents using?

Judy's therapist listens to her without interruption and judgment. She creates a warm, accepting, and uncritical atmosphere. Her therapist is demonstrating ________.

Gestalt therapy is considered ________, often confronting clients about the statements they have made. Instead of simply reflecting back clients' statements, a Gestalt therapist uses a number of planned experiences to help clients become more aware of their own feelings.

Which of the following individuals would be considered a good candidate for psychoanalysis?