Leisure Education and Counseling Flashcards
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What is the main purpose of administering a leisure interest inventory to a client in therapeutic recreation?
Answer: To identify activities the client enjoys or wishes to learn for programming
A leisure interest inventory identifies a client's existing interests, preferences, and desired leisure activities so the CTRS can create a relevant and motivating individualized program.
Intrinsic motivation in leisure is best characterized by:
Answer: Engaging in leisure activities for personal satisfaction, enjoyment, and internal fulfillment
Intrinsic motivation refers to engaging in activities for internal rewards such as personal enjoyment, satisfaction, curiosity, and the inherent pleasure of the activity itself.
When developing a leisure education program for a client with a newly acquired disability, the CTRS should first:
Answer: Assess the client's pre-disability leisure history and current interests and abilities
Assessing pre-disability leisure patterns builds on existing interests and skills, making the leisure education program more personally meaningful and increasing client motivation.
Which technique is most appropriate for helping a client with social anxiety develop leisure participation skills in group settings?
Answer: Graded exposure progressing from individual activities to small groups to larger groups
Graded exposure systematically introduces social situations of increasing complexity, allowing the client to build confidence and social skills incrementally while managing anxiety.
The 'community leisure resources' component of leisure education is primarily designed to:
Answer: Help clients identify, locate, and access leisure opportunities in their home community
The community leisure resources component prepares clients to independently identify and access available leisure opportunities so they can continue participation after discharge.
A leisure education program for an older adult residing in a long-term care facility should primarily emphasize:
Answer: Meaningful activities that provide purpose, social connection, and life satisfaction
For older adults in long-term care, leisure education should prioritize activities that foster meaning, social engagement, and life satisfaction appropriate to individual abilities and preferences.
Which model of leisure education focuses on developing the client's ability to make responsible leisure choices through a structured educational curriculum?
Answer: Leisure Education Content Model
The Leisure Education Content Model, developed by Stumbo and Peterson, provides a structured curriculum addressing leisure awareness, social interaction, leisure activity skills, and leisure resources.