Question 1

________________ creates a strong therapeutic alliance and helps facilitate client change in Adlerian psychology.

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Question 2

_______________ refers to the inborn characteristics children have, which are primarily genetic.

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Question 3

______________ begins when the general diagnosis is initially presented via the case formulation.

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Question 4

In the process of Adlerian psychotherapy, the therapist will often venture a guess. This method is congruent with the

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Venture a guess is a technique used in Adlerian psychotherapy where the therapist courageously makes a guess about a client’s behavior or thoughts. This is congruent with the Adlerian emphasis on the courage to be imperfect, as the therapist is willing to take a risk and make a mistake in order to understand the client better. It is not related to the specific diagnosis task or emphasizing the unconscious, and while empathy is important in Adlerian therapy, it is not directly related to the technique of venturing a guess.

Question 5

Despite Freud's influence on Adler, there are numerous differences between Adlerian psychotherapy and psychoanalysis. Describe the differences.

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Question 6

Both Adler and Freud believed that women often perceive themselves as inferior to men. Adler believed this resulted from _______, while Freud believed it resulted from _______.

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Question 7

Adlerian therapy views psychopathology as resulting from a sense of _______.

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Question 8

Family sculpting refers to a technique where

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Family sculpting refers to a therapeutic technique where an individual creates a three-dimensional representation of their family system, including their perceived roles, interactions, and dynamics. The sculpting can reveal underlying conflicts and allow the therapist to address dysfunctional patterns in the family.

Question 9

The ability to portray courageous behavior is determined by whether

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Courageous behavior requires a willingness to take risks, which is not necessarily determined by possessing the trait of courage or the environment alone. While these factors may contribute, the individual's choice to take a risk is ultimately what determines whether courageous behavior is portrayed.

Question 10

The term _______ refers to an approach where a therapist uses an interpretation to reframe a client's symptoms in such a way that they will give them up or, if they maintain the symptoms, the symptoms are now spoiled.

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Question 11

An Adlerian therapist aims to be a(n)

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Adlerian therapists often view therapy as a collaborative process between the therapist and client, where the therapist serves as an educator and facilitator of change rather than an authority figure or passive participant. Interpretation of transference may be used occasionally but is not a central focus of Adlerian therapy.

Question 12

Adler believed that humans should be studied and treated _______.

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Question 13

_________ can be conceptualized as a person doubting his or her place in the world.

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Question 14

Spitting in the soup, as defined by an Adlerian, represents

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Spitting in the soup, as defined by an Adlerian, represents an approach that lends itself to restructuring of beliefs by spoiling them. This means that one challenges and disrupts someone's thought patterns and belief systems in order to encourage growth and change.

Question 15

Psychoanalysts have traditionally defined safeguarding operations as ____________________.

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Question 16

A major goal of Adlerian psychotherapy can be viewed as a modification of

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Adlerian psychotherapy seeks to modify an individual's convictions or beliefs about oneself, others, and the world by helping them develop a more positive and empowering outlook. This is done through encouraging the individual to shift their focus from their limitations and shortcomings towards their unique strengths and potential for growth. The therapy also involves the exploration of an individual's lifestyle and how their patterns of behavior and relationships may be contributing to their problems. However, the ultimate goal is to help the individual develop a more optimistic and proactive approach to life that is rooted in a sense of purpose and meaning.

Question 17

Multiple psychotherapy refers to a therapeutic format where

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Multiple psychotherapy involves a scenario where several therapists work with a single patient, often in a coordinated manner to address complex or multifaceted issues.

Question 18

Adlerians view recollections as projective techniques as individuals are seen as selectively recollecting past events congruent with

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Adlerians believe that individuals selectively remember past events that are consistent with their lifestyle, which encompasses their unique way of approaching life, including their goals, beliefs, and attitudes.

Question 19

Adler considered a dream to be

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Adler believed that dreams were an attempt to solve a future-oriented problem, rather than a reflection of past experiences or a restorative process for the mind. He believed that dreams could provide insight into an individual's goals and aspirations, and that exploring their meaning could lead to personal growth and development.

Question 20

The fundamental question in Adlerian psychotherapy is "how does the individual use _______ and _______."

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Quiz 3: Adlerian Psychotherapy Michael P Maniacci, and Laurie Sackett-Maniacci