Question 1

Schools are a microcosm of society.

Accepted Answer

Many problems that occur in the greater society also exist in the schools, affecting children and adolescents alike.

Question 2

_____________provides a system for seeking out irrational beliefs in what students present and for pointing out the unfortunate consequences of those beliefs.&#10;A) Rational-emotive behavior therapy&#10;B) Solution-focused counseling&#10;C) Narrative therapy&#10;D) Existential therapy

Accepted Answer

Rational-emotive behavior therapy is a form of counseling that aims to help individuals identify and challenge their irrational beliefs, which can lead to negative consequences in their lives. In an educational setting, this therapy can be used to help students identify and challenge irrational beliefs they may have related to their academic performance or personal life, such as the belief that they are not smart enough to succeed. By helping students recognize and challenge these beliefs, they can develop more realistic and positive beliefs, which can lead to better outcomes.

Question 3

_____________ serves as a means of engaging student clients in mutual assessments of problems in the counselor-client relationship that interfere with progress.&#10;A) Information sharing&#10;B) Immediacy&#10;C) Self-disclosure&#10;D) Reframing

Accepted Answer

Immediacy in counseling refers to the counselor's use of the therapeutic relationship to point out and discuss any problems or challenges within the relationship itself. By engaging in this mutual assessment process with the student client, the counselor can identify and address any issues that may be interfering with progress in counseling. Option A, information sharing, is a standard part of the counseling process but is not necessarily specific to mutual assessments of the counselor-client relationship. Option C, self-disclosure, involves the counselor sharing personal information with the student client and may not be appropriate or necessary in the context of mutual assessments. Option D, reframing, involves helping the student client view a problem in a new and more positive or constructive way and is also not directly related to the mutual assessment of the counselor-client relationship.

Question 4

The skill used to recognize the affective components in student client messages is__________.&#10;A) paraphrasing&#10;B) questioning&#10;C) challenging&#10;D) reflecting feelings

Accepted Answer

Reflecting feelings involves understanding and articulating the emotions expressed by the student client. This skill is important in recognizing the affective components of their messages. Paraphrasing, questioning, and challenging are important skills but are not directly related to recognizing emotional components.

Question 5

The acronym SOLER is used to provide best practices for__________.&#10;A) questioning&#10;B) reflecting&#10;C) basic attending skills&#10;D) responsive services

Accepted Answer

SOLER stands for Squarely facing the person, Open posture, Leaning forward slightly, Eye contact, and Relaxation. These are basic attending skills that can be used to effectively communicate with someone.

Question 6

Which type of question is open ended?&#10;A) How are your classes?&#10;B) Do you believe you are doing well?&#10;C) Are you doing well in your classes?&#10;D) Can I help you?

Accepted Answer

An open-ended question is a question that cannot be answered with a simple "yes" or "no" response. Option A asks for the person's opinion or experience, and allows for a more detailed response. The other options can be answered with a simple "yes" or "no".

Question 7

___________services are often delivered on a one-to-one basis, although small-group counseling may be offered to individuals with similar needs and a willingness to share their problems with peers.&#10;A) Career&#10;B) Developmental&#10;C) Prevention&#10;D) Responsive

Accepted Answer

Responsive services are typically delivered on a one-to-one basis to address immediate concerns, such as personal issues or crisis situations, although they can also be provided in small-group settings for individuals facing similar issues.

Question 8

Individuals needing remedial interventions are those___________.&#10;A) who complain too much&#10;B) with a history of chronic or borderline-chronic maladaptive thoughts and behaviors&#10;C) who are successful in school&#10;D) who are too pessimistic

Accepted Answer

Remedial interventions are typically targeting individuals who have struggled with chronic maladaptive thoughts and behaviors. Options A, C, and D do not capture this specific population.

Question 9

________________is a phrase that describes the situation of at-risk individuals experiencing a problem or deficit that has not yet overwhelmed them, although they do need individualized help.&#10;A) Early identification and treatment&#10;B) Congruence&#10;C) Unconditional positive regard&#10;D) Seeking assistance

Accepted Answer

Early identification and treatment refers to the process of identifying individuals who are at risk of experiencing a problem or deficit, and providing them with individualized help before the problem has overwhelmed them. This approach can be more effective than waiting until the problem becomes severe, as it allows for early intervention and prevention of further difficulties.

Question 10

__________ theoretical approach may also be the path to achieving multicultural competence in one's counseling interventions by becoming culturally flexible.&#10;A) Traditional&#10;B) Western&#10;C) Eclectic&#10;D) Modern

Accepted Answer

An eclectic theoretical approach combines multiple theoretical perspectives and techniques, allowing counselors to be flexible and adapt to their clients' diverse needs and cultural backgrounds. This flexibility can lead to achieving multicultural competence in counseling interventions. A traditional or Western approach may adhere to a specific set of cultural beliefs and practices, limiting the counselor's ability to work effectively with clients from diverse backgrounds. A modern approach is not a defined theoretical perspective and may not necessarily focus on cultural competence.

Question 11

Most issues addressed in personal counseling will relate to all but which of the three domains?&#10;A) socio-emotional&#10;B) physical&#10;C) career&#10;D) academic

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The answer of Most issues addressed in personal counseling will...

Question 12

Client aversion takes two forms: resistance and avoidance.

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The answer of Client aversion takes two forms: resistance and...

Question 13

An important counseling competency is to be able to observe the non-verbal behavior of student clients in order to better understand what they are feeling internally and expressing verbally.

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The answer of An important counseling competency is to be...

Question 14

Immediacy takes place when counselors share something about themselves with their student clients.

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The answer of Immediacy takes place when counselors share something...

Question 15

School counselors are encouraged to view ___________ as an interruption in the counseling process.&#10;A) confusion&#10;B) reluctance&#10;C) resistance&#10;D) termination

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The answer of School counselors are encouraged to view ___________...

Deck 8: Individual and Group Counseling: Responding to Selected Needs in Schools