Psychological Theories Flashcards
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Which theoretical approach views psychological problems as resulting from distorted or unhelpful thinking patterns that influence emotions and behavior?
Answer: Cognitive-behavioral therapy
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is grounded in the premise that maladaptive thoughts drive emotional and behavioral problems.
According to Viktor Frankl's logotherapy, the primary human motivation is:
Answer: The search for meaning in life
Logotherapy posits that the primary motivational force in humans is the search for meaning, which can be found even in unavoidable suffering.
A client who cannot remember a traumatic event but experiences physical symptoms consistent with the trauma is most likely demonstrating which defense mechanism?
Answer: Repression
Repression is the unconscious blocking of threatening memories, impulses, or urges from conscious awareness, often manifesting as somatic symptoms.
In family systems theory, 'triangulation' refers to:
Answer: A pattern where a third person is drawn in to stabilize tension between two others
Triangulation occurs when two people in conflict redirect anxiety by involving a third party, temporarily reducing tension in the dyad.
The concept of 'schema' in cognitive theory refers to:
Answer: Core beliefs and mental frameworks that organize and interpret information
Schemas are deep cognitive structures formed early in life that serve as templates for interpreting new experiences, and maladaptive schemas drive psychological distress.
Which of the following is a core principle of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)?
Answer: Accepting internal experiences while committing to value-based action
ACT teaches psychological flexibility by encouraging acceptance of difficult internal experiences and commitment to actions aligned with personal values.
A BHP applying Adlerian theory would understand a client's problematic behavior primarily as:
Answer: A mistaken goal driven by a desire for belonging and significance
Adler believed all behavior is goal-directed and purposeful; misbehavior reflects mistaken beliefs about how to achieve social belonging and significance.