Deck 5: Adlerian Approaches to Counseling in Schools

Question 1

This reinforces intrinsic motivation when it is communicated with sincerity and congruence:

A)encouragement
B)discouragement
C)attention
D)love

Answer 1

A

Question 2

To counteract displays of ___________, it is important to avoid criticism, and temptations to become discouraged with the child.

A)revenge
B)attention
C)power
D)inadequacy

Answer 2

D

Question 3

The crucial Cs include all but what:

A)connection
B)counting
C)capability
D)correlation

Answer 3

D

Question 4

Adler suggested that this to be the primary measurement of mental health:

A)lifestyle
B)social interest
C)cognitive development
D)physical development

Question 5

When it appears that the child's goal is_______, adults can ignore the inappropriate behavior when that is possible.

A)revenge
B)attention
C)power
D)inadequacy

Question 6

Praise is given:

A)only prior to an activity
B)both prior to and during an activity
C)only after an activity is completed
D)only during an activity

Question 7

Social interest is characterized by all but what:

A)respect for others
B)hanging out with friends weekly
C)concern for others
D)cooperation with others

Question 8

Though it is difficult, adults are encouraged to take steps so they don't experience being hurt when it appears that __________ is the goal of misbehavior

A)revenge
B)attention
C)power
D)inadequacy

Question 9

Adler recommended four general stages of counseling that include all but what:

A)interpretation
B)development of the relationship
C)analysis and assessment
D)thought recording

Question 10

Encouragement is given:

A)only prior to an activity
B)both prior to and during an activity
C)only after an activity is completed
D)only during an activity

Question 11

If a child is placed on restriction for a week for staying out past curfew this is an example of a(n) :

A)natural consequence
B)unusual consequence
C)logical consequence
D)valid consequence

Question 12

These are defined as negative outcomes of an ill-advised behavior which follow without the intervention of another person:

A)natural consequences
B)unusual consequences
C)logical consequences
D)valid consequences

Question 13

Adler, emphasized the importance of:

A)self-esteem
B)encouragement
C)acceptance
D)love

Question 14

This is usually directed at increasing insight:

A)interpretation
B)development of the relationship
C)analysis and assessment
D)reorientation

Question 15

Identification of mistaken approaches to achieve goals and needs may render the actions unacceptable, which Adlerians often call the:

A)the "miracle questions" technique
B)the "spitting-in-the-soup" technique
C)the "thought-blocking" technique
D)the "empty chair" technique

Question 16

When it appears that children are trying to gain___________, adults can intervene by withdrawing from conflicts, and avoiding power struggles

A)revenge
B)attention
C)power
D)inadequacy

Question 17

During this stage, school counselors and psychologists consult with adults, talk with the children, and observe the children in a variety of contexts such as different classes, unstructured time, and group activities.

A)interpretation
B)development of the relationship
C)analysis and assessment
D)thought recording

Question 18

Adler's theory is also known as:

A)Individual Psychiatry
B)Group Psychiatry
C)Group Psychology
D)Individual Psychology

Question 19

Adler suggested that children misbehave to all but what:

A)express revenge
B)achieve power
C)get undue attention
D)display adequacy

Question 20

This is the "so what?" component of Individual Psychology; its purpose is to help clients use the insight to improve their life outside of the counseling sessions:

A)interpretation
B)development of the relationship
C)analysis and assessment
D)reorientation

Question 21

Adler suggested that young children draw conclusions from their family experiences about themselves, men, women, and life.

Question 22

Finding socially appropriate ways to overcome or cope with feelings of inferiority can contribute to bullying, manipulation, depression, and anxiety.

Question 23

Discuss the benefits and limitations of utilizing Adlerian theory with clients of non-Western ancestry.

Question 24

Many Adlerian interventions are based on the assumption that all behavior has purpose.

Question 25

Proponents of Individual Psychology do not base much of their work on identifying and addressing the purposes of children's behavior.

Question 26

Adlerian professionals structure the process of counseling and they often teach or provide psychoeducation.

Question 27

Discuss the concept of natural and logical consequences and give concrete examples of each.

Question 28

The sum total of all the individual's attitudes and aspirations, a striving which leads him in the direction toward his goal of believing he has significance in the eyes of others is referred to as:

A)inferiority
B)phenomenology
C)lifestyle
D)ontology

Question 29

Alfred Adler developed Individual Psychology as a reaction to:

A)existentialism
B)choice theory
C)psychoanalysis
D)logotherapy

Question 30

When working from Adler's theory mental health professionals respond to the unique needs of each student or adult.

Question 31

Adlerian theorists are not directive.

Question 32

If a child concludes that his/her significance or importance in a group can only be measured by the amount of attention they receive or the level of power they have this is referred to as:

A)a faulty principle
B)a mistaken belief
C)a failure
D)a correct belief

Question 33

Discuss the importance of encouragement and how it differs from praise.What are the advantages of using encouragement with clients?

Question 34

The concept that each human being's experience is unique, and must be understood from his or her point of view is referred to as:

A)inferiority
B)phenomenology
C)lifestyle
D)ontology

Question 35

Adler did not believe that personal fulfillment is based on mastery of life tasks.

Question 36

Dreikurs (1964) asserted that a misbehaving child is a:

A)discouraged child
B)bad child
C)disturbed child
D)spoiled child

Question 37

.Even though the theory is called Individual psychology, Adler's focus was contextual and holistic.

Question 38

Discuss the concept of asking "as if" and provide an example.How do you see yourself using this technique when working with clients?

Question 39

Empathy was central to Adler's work with clients.