Defense Mechanisms in Psychology

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What is the main focus of the ABC Theory of Personality?

  • Belief about an event causes emotional reaction (correct)
  • Intervention aims at correcting distorted perceptions
  • Emotional reaction causes belief about an event
  • Activating event causes emotional reaction

Which component of the ABC Theory does intervention aim at changing?

  • Emotional reaction
  • Disputing irrational beliefs
  • Belief about an event (correct)
  • Activating event

In Gestalt therapy, what does Frederick Perls emphasize for self-acceptance and self-awareness?

  • Focusing on future goals
  • Ignoring thoughts and feelings
  • Identifying past experiences
  • Reading letters and journaling (correct)

What is the main goal of nurses in helping patients according to the ABC Theory?

<p>Changing patients' irrational beliefs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the ABC Theory suggest nurses can assist patients in achieving comfort about themselves?

<p>Helping patients act according to their personal beliefs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key aspect of Gestalt therapy according to Frederick Perls?

<p>Putting the past to rest and focusing on the present (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the ABC Theory view the role of therapists in patient care?

<p>Viewing it as a collaborative effort to achieve goals (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the ABC Theory suggest therapists should do to help reduce dysfunctional feelings and behaviors?

<p>'Replace irrational thinking' (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of nurses according to the Relevance to Nursing Practice section?

<p>Helping patients change irrational beliefs and reduce stress and anxiety (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What activity does Gestalt therapy often use to increase self-awareness in clients?

<p>Writing letters and journaling (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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