Theoretical Orientation in Psychology Quiz: Test Your Knowledge

12 Questions

Match the following psychological concepts with their definitions:

Theoretical orientation = A therapist’s belief system about psychological distress and treatment Dream interpretation = Examining a dream and assigning meaning to its contents Free association = A psychoanalytic technique allowing unconscious thoughts to emerge Transference = Redirecting unconscious feelings onto the therapist or another person

Match the following terms with their respective founders:

Self-actualization = Abraham Maslow Client-centered therapy = Carl Rogers Dream interpretation = Dream interpreters Theoretical orientation = Therapists

Match the following techniques with their primary goals:

Free association = Allowing unconscious thoughts to emerge Client-centered therapy = Emphasizing empathy and genuineness Transference = Redirecting unconscious feelings onto the therapist Self-actualization = Realization of one's potential

Match the following concepts with their outcomes:

Theoretical orientation = Influences choice of techniques and treatment goals Dream interpretation = Assigning meaning to dream contents Self-actualization = Personal growth and fulfillment Transference = Directing past feelings onto the therapist or another person

Match the following principles with their respective therapeutic approaches:

Client-centered therapy = Emphasizes empathy and genuineness in the therapist-client relationship Free association = Encourages expression of thoughts freely without censorship Transference = Redirects unconscious feelings onto the therapist or another person Self-actualization = Realization of one's potential and personal growth

Match the following definitions with their corresponding psychological concepts:

The process of examining a dream and assigning meaning to its contents = Dream interpretation A concept referring to the realization or fulfillment of one's potential = Self-actualization A therapeutic approach emphasizing empathy, unconditional positive regard, and genuineness in the therapist-client relationship = Client-centered therapy A psychoanalytic technique in which a person is encouraged to express freely allowing unconscious thoughts to emerge = Free association

Match the therapeutic approach with its description:

Gestalt therapy = Focuses on awareness, integration of thoughts, feelings, and actions in the present moment Existential therapy = Rooted in existential philosophy, exploring life's meaning, freedom, and responsibility Unconditional positive regard = Therapist's acceptance and support without judgment or conditions Applied behavioral analysis (ABA) = Scientific approach to behavior based on behaviorism principles

Match the behavior modification technique with its description:

Systematic desensitization = Involves gradual exposure to feared stimuli paired with relaxation techniques Token economies = Reinforcing desirable behaviors with tokens or points for rewards Learned helplessness = Belief of no control over situations due to repeated exposure to uncontrollable events Aversion therapy = Reducing undesirable behaviors by pairing them with unpleasant stimuli or consequences

Match the communication technique with its description:

Active listening = Involves fully concentrating, understanding, and responding to what is being said Existential therapy = Focuses on exploring life's meaning, freedom, and responsibility Token economies = Reinforcing behaviors with tokens for rewards or privileges Aversion therapy = Reducing undesirable behaviors by pairing them with unpleasant stimuli

Match the concept with its definition:

Learned helplessness = Belief of no control due to repeated exposure to uncontrollable events Unconditional positive regard = Therapist's acceptance and support without judgment or conditions Systematic desensitization = Gradual exposure to feared stimuli paired with relaxation techniques Applied behavioral analysis (ABA) = Scientific approach based on behaviorism principles

Match the therapy technique with its purpose:

Gestalt therapy = Focuses on integrating thoughts, feelings, and actions in the present moment Existential therapy = Aims to help clients find authenticity and purpose in their lives Token economies = Encouraging positive behavior through rewards or privileges Aversion therapy = Creating negative association by pairing undesirable behaviors with unpleasant stimuli

Match the psychological phenomenon with its description:

Active listening = Technique involving understanding and responding to what is being said Learned helplessness = Belief of no control over situations due to repeated exposure to uncontrollable events Token economies = Reinforcing desirable behaviors with tokens for rewards or privileges Systematic desensitization = Gradual exposure to feared stimuli while using relaxation techniques

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