Deck 17: The Rational-Emotive Behavior Therapy Approach to Group Counseling and Psychotherapy: Theory, Techniques, and Applications

Question 1

__________ has been successfully addressed through REBT groups.

A) Test anxiety
B) Bulimia
C) Depression
D) All of the above.

Answer 1

D

Question 2

According to Ellis, clients' problems are caused by their

A) behavior.
B) emotions.
C) thoughts and perceptions.
D) All of the above.

Answer 2

C

Question 3

Irrational beliefs consist of

A) shoulds.
B) wants.
C) wishes.
D) desires.

Answer 3

A

Question 4

A(n) __________ group is NOT one of the three types of REBT groups.

A) topic-specific
B) intervention
C) open-ended problem solving
D) preventative

Question 5

A group that consists of members who have anger management problems would be considered a(n)

A) topic-specific group.
B) intervention group.
C) open-ended problem solving group.
D) preventive group.

Question 6

A(n) REBT __________ group blends encounter group concepts with psychoeducational techniques and problem-focused approaches and can last up to 36 hours.

A) endurance
B) extended
C) marathon
D) discovery

Question 7

REBT group leaders strive to be/do all of the following EXCEPT

A) educate.
B) active.
C) directive.
D) form extremely close relationships with clients.

Question 8

The __________ stage of an REBT group stresses skill acquisition and completion of homework assignments.

A) initial
B) transition
C) working
D) final

Question 9

__________ is a cognitive technique used in REBT.

A) Reflection
B) Rational coping self-statements
C) Empty chair
D) Acting as if

Question 10

Which of the following is a primary goal of REBT?

A) Helping people identify and change self-defeating thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
B) Disputing irrational beliefs.
C) Helping members accept themselves and others unconditionally.
D) All of the above.

Question 11

Which of the following statements is an example of an irrational belief?

A) I must be perfect and infallible.
B) Everything in life should be fair.
C) Others must treat me as I deserve to be treated.
D) All of the above.

Question 12

A type of REBT group in which members learn the basic concepts and then help each other apply them to current problems is referred to as a(n)

A) open-ended problem solving group.
B) topic-specific group.
C) preventive group.
D) marathon group.

Question 13

An REBT group in which members all share the same problem or issue is known as a(n)

A) open-ended problem solving group.
B) topic-specific group.
C) preventive group.
D) marathon group.

Question 14

A type of REBT group that is psychoeducational, structured, and organized around a specific activity introducing REBT concepts is referred to as a(n)

A) open-ended problem solving group.
B) topic-specific group.
C) preventive group.
D) marathon group.

Question 15

The goal of a preventive REBT group is

A) to help members deal with current issues relative to the topic.
B) to teach REBT concepts in order to develop more effective life skills.
C) to help members apply rational principles on a regular basis.
D) All of the above.

Question 16

In which of the following settings would REBT groups be appropriate?

A) School
B) Hospital
C) Work environment
D) All of the above

Question 17

Ellis considered all of the following to be advantages of REBT group therapy EXCEPT

A) group members help each other dispute irrational beliefs, which makes disputations stronger.
B) group members collectively suggest better homework assignments.
C) group members are able to imitate others' behaviors to be more successful.
D) issues may be more easily accessed and addressed in a group setting due to its social nature.

Question 18

An REBT group leader's approach is best described as

A) directive.
B) flexible.
C) non-directive.
D) dependent.

Question 19

In the ABCDEF theory of REBT, the E stands for

A) emotion.
B) effective philosophy.
C) exaggerations.
D) effort.

Question 20

__________ is/are used to help group members learn that they can handle the anxiety that comes from guilt and embarrassment.

A) Humor
B) Acting as if
C) Shame attack exercises
D) Disputations

Question 21

Which of the following is considered an advantage of the REBT approach to group work?

A) Leaders have the flexibility to introduce a variety of activities.
B) The REBT approach can be readily taught to members, who can continue employing the process to solve future problems.
C) Homework assignments help members transfer learning from the group to their lives outside the group.
D) All of the above.

Question 22

When conducting groups, REBT leaders need to be cautious about

A) member confusion due to lack of group structure.
B) being too active and directive, which could lead to members becoming passive.
C) allowing too much flexibility within the group.
D) All of the above.

Question 23

What is the purpose of using humor as a technique in REBT groups?

A) To illustrate the ridiculousness of members' irrational beliefs.
B) To embarrass members as part of a shame-attack exercise.
C) To ensure the members view the leader as a collaborative partner.
D) To reduce premature termination.

Question 24

All of the following cognitive, emotive, and behavioral techniques are commonly used in REBT groups EXCEPT

A) assertiveness training.
B) rational-emotive imagery.
C) "spitting in the soup."
D) relaxation training.

Question 25

In what ways might group REBT be more beneficial to clients than individual REBT?

Question 26

Explain the ABCDEs of REBT and how they can help clients think more rationally.

Question 27

List three irrational beliefs: One in the form of a demand on self, one in the form of a demand on others, and one in the form of a demand on the world.

Question 28

How do REBT counselors dispute clients' irrational beliefs? What is the desired outcome of disputation?

Question 29

Describe the role and function of the leader in REBT groups.

Question 30

Describe some of the common cognitive, emotive, and behavioral techniques used in REBT groups. Which ones would you be most comfortable using? Which ones would you be least comfortable using?

Question 31

Describe the advantages of the REBT approach to group work.

Question 32

Explain why REBT leaders need to be cautious about being too active and directive in their role.

Question 33

Identify and describe the four types of REBT groups described in the chapter.

Question 34

Compare and contrast REBT groups with two other theoretical approaches to group work.Chapter 17 - Activities

Question 35

Read an original work by Albert Ellis and prepare a PowerPoint presentation highlighting the main points of the book. Present your PPT to your class.

Question 36

Describe how you would dispute a client who possessed the three irrational beliefs presented in the chapter: "I must be perfect and infallible," "Others must treat me exactly as I think I should be treated," and "Everything in life should be easy, hassle-free, and comfortable."

Question 37

Create an activity that you could use in a preventive REBT group that aims at helping elementary school students become more self-accepting.

Question 38

With a partner, compare and contrast the REBT approach to group work with another theoretical approach of interest to you.

Question 39

Create a case study of an REBT counseling group. Role-play the case study with a small group. Reflect on your experience, and share your thoughts with the group.