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1. John and Mary are a married couple who have been experiencing
marital dissatisfaction for the past year. They decide to seek
counseling from a therapist who uses a systemic approach. What does
this mean?
a) The therapist will focus on the individual problems of John and
Mary and help them change their behaviors and cognitions.
b) The therapist will explore the history of John and Mary's
relationship and help them resolve their past conflicts and traumas.
c) The therapist will examine the interactions and patterns of John and
Mary within their family system and help them improve their
communication and problem-solving skills.
d) The therapist will assess the strengths and weaknesses of John and
Mary's marriage and help them set realistic goals and expectations for
their relationship.
*Answer: c) The therapist will examine the interactions and patterns
of John and Mary within their family system and help them improve
their communication and problem-solving skills.*
Rationale: A systemic approach to therapy views the couple as part of
a larger system, such as their family, and considers how the system
influences their behaviors, emotions, and relationships. A systemic
therapist will help the couple identify and change the dysfunctional
patterns and cycles that maintain their marital problems.
2. Lisa is a single mother of two children, aged 6 and 8. She works
full-time as a nurse and struggles to balance her work and family
responsibilities. She often feels stressed, overwhelmed, and guilty for
not spending enough time with her children. What type of family
stressor is Lisa experiencing?
a) Normative stressor
b) Non-normative stressor
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