Your first interview with Jack has had frequent uncomfortable silences, which you suspect stem from the fact that Jack is generally confused. Which of the following strategies would be most helpful to Jack?

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Being supportive and helping Jack clarify and sort out important issues in his life would be the most helpful strategy for him. Remaining silent or interpreting his silence as resistance to therapy would not address his confusion and may even cause further discomfort. Asking Jack to move on to another theme may not necessarily address the root causes of his confusion.

Your First Interview with Jack Has Had Frequent Uncomfortable Silences