"It's obvious that the patient observed friends who had symptoms of illness, then imitated those symptoms to get attention," says the therapist. This therapist MOST likely has which theoretical perspective?

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The therapist's statement reflects a cognitive-behavioral perspective, which emphasizes the role of learned behaviors and thought processes in understanding and treating psychological disorders. The idea that the patient is imitating symptoms suggests a focus on observable behaviors and the thoughts that might be influencing those behaviors, which is central to cognitive-behavioral therapy.

"It's Obvious That the Patient Observed Friends Who Had Symptoms