Question 1

Which of the following statements or questions are appropriate for a child therapist to say to a child when greeting her in the playroom?&#10;A) &#34;How old are you?&#34;&#10;B) &#34;Let's go play.&#34;&#10;C) &#34;We can go to the playroom now.&#34;&#10;D) &#34;We can go to the playroom now, ok?&#34;&#10;E) &#34;Would you like to go to the playroom?&#34;

Accepted Answer

C

Question 2

Which of the following is considered the neutral place in the play therapy room?&#10;A) The bathroom&#10;B) The one-way mirror&#10;C) The therapist's chair&#10;D) The waiting room&#10;E) The window, if there is one

Accepted Answer

The therapist's chair is considered the neutral place in the play therapy room because it allows the therapist to observe and interact with the child without invading the child's space or becoming too involved in the play. Other options such as the bathroom, one-way mirror, waiting room, or window may have other functions but they are not considered the neutral place in the play therapy room.

Question 3

Play therapists should&#10;A) remain standing so they can physically track the child.&#10;B) sit in the therapist's chair.&#10;C) sit on the floor so they are better able to play with the child.&#10;D) wait for the child to decide where the therapist should sit.&#10;E) It doesn't matter where the therapist sits or stands.

Accepted Answer

B

Question 4

It is recommended that most of the verbal responses to a child from a play therapist contain&#10;A) 10 or fewer words.&#10;B) 10-20 words.&#10;C) 20-30 words.&#10;D) 30-40 words.&#10;E) It doesn't matter how manner words a play therapist uses when responding to a child.

Accepted Answer

Play therapy emphasizes the use of non-directive techniques with minimal verbal intervention. Verbal responses should be kept short (usually 10 words or less) to allow the child to lead the play and explore their emotions freely.

Question 5

The statement &#34;I will be fully present physically, mentally, and emotionally&#34; is an example of which basic dimension of the therapist's responsibility in the therapeutic relationship with a child?&#10;A) I am here&#10;B) I care&#10;C) I hear you&#10;D) I like you&#10;E) I understand

Accepted Answer

The statement "I will be fully present physically, mentally, and emotionally" falls under the basic dimension of the therapist's responsibility of "I am here," which emphasizes the importance of being fully present and engaged in the therapeutic relationship.

Question 6

After greeting the child in the waiting room, the play therapist should ask the child, &#34;Would you like to go to the playroom?&#34;

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Question 7

An objective of establishing a therapeutic relationship with a child is to help the child be in control.

Accepted Answer

The primary objective of establishing a therapeutic relationship with a child is to create a safe and trusting environment that facilitates communication, understanding, and healing, not necessarily to help the child be in control.

Question 8

Developmentally, children tend to view their possessions as extensions of themselves.

Accepted Answer

According to developmental psychology, children tend to view their possessions as a part of their self-identity and often have strong emotional attachments to them. As they grow and develop, they start to distinguish between their self and their belongings, but in early childhood, possessions are often seen as extensions of themselves.

Question 9

Play therapists should never allow a parent to enter the play therapy room with the child.

Accepted Answer

There may be circumstances where it is appropriate for a parent to enter the play therapy room with the child, such as if the child is experiencing extreme separation anxiety or if the therapist deems it necessary for the parent to be present for a certain activity or session. However, in general, play therapists strive to create a safe and private space for the child to freely express themselves without the influence or distractions of a parent.

Question 10

Play therapists should tell a child, &#34;This is a place where you can play any way you want.&#34;

Accepted Answer

While play therapy offers a child freedom to express themselves, therapists also set boundaries to ensure safety and therapeutic effectiveness, guiding the child without offering unlimited choices.

Question 11

The play therapist begins developing a relationship with a child during their initial interactions in the waiting room.

Accepted Answer

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Question 12