CTA Games People Play & Game Analysis 2

Question 1

What does the 'switch' in Berne's game formula refer to?

Accepted Answer

The sudden role reversal that surprises the players near the game's end

Answer

Changing therapists

Answer

Switching ego states intentionally

Answer

Changing the therapeutic contract

Question 2

What are the three degrees of games in TA as described by Berne?

Accepted Answer

First-degree (social level), Second-degree (personal harm), Third-degree (physical harm or tragedy)

Answer

Mild, Moderate, Severe

Answer

Social, Professional, Legal

Answer

Surface, Deep, Profound

Question 3

Which common TA game involves a person repeatedly seeking help or advice then rejecting every suggestion offered?

Accepted Answer

Yes, But...

Answer

Kick Me

Answer

Now I've Got You

Answer

Wooden Leg

Question 4

What is the game 'Yes, But' primarily designed to confirm?

Accepted Answer

That no one can help, confirming a Not OK script position

Answer

That the initiator is highly intelligent

Answer

That the therapist is incompetent

Answer

That advice is always welcome

Question 5

What therapeutic approach does TA recommend when a therapist recognizes a game is being set up?

Accepted Answer

Refuse to hook into the game by responding from the Adult or with an unexpected stroke

Answer

Play along to understand it better

Answer

Confront the client aggressively

Answer

Terminate the session

Question 6

What is the game 'NIGYSOB' (Now I've Got You, Son of a Bitch)?

Accepted Answer

A game where the player waits for an excuse to express pent-up anger and triumph over another person

Answer

A cooperative therapy exercise

Answer

A parenting technique

Answer

A positive stroke exchange