Question 1

The major emphasis of experiential family therapy is:&#10;A) behavior&#10;B) interpersonal relations&#10;C) affect and expression of feelings&#10;D) irrational beliefs

Accepted Answer

Experiential family therapy focuses on the emotional and affective experiences of family members, encouraging the expression of feelings to improve communication and relationships within the family.

Question 2

If successful, using _____ will reduce tension and promote insight. If unsuccessful, it may alienate some or all family members.&#10;A) touch&#10;B) props&#10;C) choreography&#10;D) humor

Accepted Answer

Humor has the potential to defuse tension and help family members see things in a new light. However, if the humor is inappropriate, offensive, or misinterpreted, it may cause further tension and alienation among family members.

Question 3

Experiential family therapy is interested in exploirng:&#10;A) the past&#10;B) the present&#10;C) the past and the present&#10;D) the future

Accepted Answer

Experiential family therapy is primarily focused on exploring and working through issues that are currently affecting the family, which makes the present the most important aspect of treatment. While the past may be explored to gain insight into current dynamics, and consideration of the future may be made, the primary focus remains on present experiences and emotions.

Question 4

Although their methods were different, Satir and Whitaker agreed that the primary goal of experiential family therapy is:&#10;A) unlocking the past&#10;B) educating the family&#10;C) growth, sensitivity, and sharing of feelings&#10;D) family growth and interpersonal change

Accepted Answer

Both Satir and Whitaker emphasized the importance of growth, sensitivity, and the sharing of feelings as central goals in experiential family therapy, focusing on emotional experiences and personal development within the family context.

Question 5

_____ is a general term for a variety of therapeutic interventions that use play media as the basis for communicating and working with children.&#10;A) filial therapy&#10;B) experiential therapy&#10;C) child therapy&#10;D) play therapy&#10;Questions

Accepted Answer

Play therapy is a specific type of therapeutic intervention that uses play media to communicate with and treat children. While filial therapy, experiential therapy, and child therapy may all involve play as a component, they are not synonymous with play therapy.

Question 6

Treatment is designed to promote family growth.

Accepted Answer

Treatment is typically designed to address specific health issues or conditions, not necessarily to promote family growth.

Question 7

A technique in experiential family therapy in which family members are physically placed into positions symbolizing actual relationships as seen by one or more members is called:&#10;A) sculpting&#10;B) choreography&#10;C) use of props&#10;D) family reconstruction

Accepted Answer

Sculpting involves physically placing family members into positions that symbolize their actual relationships. This technique is often used in experiential family therapy to help family members understand how they view their relationships with one another and to facilitate communication and problem-solving. Choices B and C are not commonly used techniques in experiential family therapy, and choice D is not a recognized technique in family therapy.

Question 8

The role of the 'distracter&#34; is to place the focus on others and not take responsibility for what is happening.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The role of the 'distracter&#34; is to...

Question 9

There is strong research evidence for the efficacy of experiential family therapy.

Accepted Answer

Experiential family therapy, while valuable in its approach to improving family dynamics through direct experience and emotional expression, lacks a strong, consistent body of research evidence to support its efficacy compared to more empirically validated therapies like cognitive-behavioral therapy.

Question 10

A tool used in family reconstruction is:&#10;A) conjoint family drawing&#10;B) sculpting&#10;C) wheel or circle of influence&#10;D) all of the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of A tool used in family reconstruction is:&#10;A)...

Question 11

The use of _____ is thought to increase the effectiveness of treatment by allowing greater utilization of intuition.&#10;A) humor&#10;B) co-therapists&#10;C) touch&#10;D) education

Accepted Answer

The answer of The use of _____ is thought to...

Question 12

In Experiential Family Therapy, the therapist is an active participant.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In Experiential Family Therapy, the therapist is...

Question 13

In Satir's communication roles, the _____ avoids conflict at the cost of his or her integrity.&#10;A) blamer&#10;B) placater&#10;C) distracter&#10;D) computer

Accepted Answer

The answer of In Satir's communication roles, the _____ avoids...

Question 14

Filial therapy is a hybrid of child-centered play therapy in which therapists work with children to increase their awareness of who has been important to them in their life.

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The answer of Filial therapy is a hybrid of child-centered...

Question 15

The following theorist belongs to the group of experiential family therapists who practice with few techniques and a strong emphasis on self, spontaneity, and creativity:&#10;A) Virginia Satir&#10;B) Carl Whitaker&#10;C) Peggy Papp&#10;D) Fred and Bunny Duhl

Accepted Answer

The answer of The following theorist belongs to the group...

Deck 10: Experiential Family Therapy