Question 1

When a psychodynamic therapy patient does not immediately accept his analyst's interpretation,the analyst may need to repeat the interpretation across multiple sessions before it is fully accepted.This process is known as _____.

Accepted Answer

The process of repeating an interpretation over a period of time until it is fully accepted by the patient is known as "working through" in psychodynamic therapy. Interpretive reframing refers to a technique where the therapist helps the patient reframe their thoughts and beliefs about a situation, while transference refers to the patient transferring their emotions and attitudes towards someone else onto the therapist. Defensive scaffolding is not a recognized term in psychodynamic therapy.

Question 2

After a psychodynamic therapist makes an interpretation to a client,it can take many sessions for the client to incorporate that interpretation into his thinking and behavior.That post-interpretation period is often called _____.

Accepted Answer

The post-interpretation period where the client incorporates the interpretation into their thinking and behavior is called the working-through process. Option B refers to the therapist's approach to being a neutral and non-intrusive listener, option C refers to the client's unconscious redirection of feelings from one person to another, and option D refers to being stuck at a particular stage of psychosexual development.

Question 3

_____ occurs when a patient forms a relationship with a therapist in which he unconsciously and unrealistically expects the therapist to behave like important people in his life.

Accepted Answer

Transference is a phenomenon where a patient unconsciously transfers emotions and feelings about significant others in their life onto their therapist. The patient may expect the therapist to behave in a similar way to someone important in their life, such as a parent or partner.

Question 4

_____,according to psychodynamic psychotherapists,is the therapist's unconscious tendency to interact with clients as if the client is very similar to an individual from the therapist's own personal history.

Accepted Answer

Countertransference is the therapist's unconscious emotional reaction to the client, which may be influenced by the therapist's own personal history and experiences. It is important for therapists to be aware of their countertransference reactions in order to avoid projecting their own issues onto the client and to provide effective treatment. Transference (A) is the client's unconscious tendency to project feelings and attitudes onto the therapist based on past experiences with significant others. Fixation (C) refers to being stuck at a particular stage of psychosexual development, while counterfixation (D) is not a commonly used term in psychoanalytic theory.

Question 5

Freud's psychodynamic psychotherapy has been reinvented in many forms,including all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

While Erikson, Klein, and Kohut all drew from Freud's psychodynamic theory to create their own perspectives, Jung developed his own approach called analytical psychology that differs significantly from Freudian theory. Jung's approach emphasizes the collective unconscious, archetypes, and the transformation of the self.

Question 6

_____ is the defense mechanism in which the ego projects an id impulse onto other people around us.

Accepted Answer

Projection is the defense mechanism in which the ego unconsciously projects an undesirable aspect of the self onto someone else. This helps to avoid anxiety or guilt associated with that aspect of the self. For example, someone who has repressed their own anger may criticize and accuse others of being angry or aggressive.

Question 7

Relative to its prominence in the early and mid-1900s,psychodynamic psychotherapy is currently

Accepted Answer

Psychodynamic psychotherapy has become less prominent in recent years, as other modalities like cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness-based therapies have gained popularity. However, it still remains a relevant and impactful approach for many mental health professionals and their clients.

Question 8

Juan has formed a psychotherapy relationship with his clinical psychologist in which Juan unconsciously and unrealistically expects the psychologist to behave like Juan's mother.Juan's situation best illustrates _____.

Accepted Answer

Juan's relationship with his clinical psychologist, in which he expects the psychologist to behave like his mother, is an example of transference. Transference occurs when a client unconsciously transfers feelings and expectations from significant people in their past, such as parents or siblings, onto their therapist.

Question 9

_____ is a variation of IPT developed for patients with bipolar disorder.

Accepted Answer

Interpersonal and social rhythm therapy (IPSRT) is a specific type of therapy developed for individuals with bipolar disorder. It combines elements of interpersonal therapy (IPT), which focuses on relationships and communication, with the addition of regulating daily routines and social rhythms to help manage mood swings.

Question 10

_____ is a contemporary variation of psychodynamic psychotherapy.

Accepted Answer

Interpersonal therapy focuses on the relationships and social interactions of the individual, as well as their communication and problem-solving skills. It seeks to help individuals improve their interpersonal relationships, which can in turn improve their emotional and mental well-being. This approach is considered a contemporary variation of psychodynamic therapy because it still focuses on underlying psychological issues, such as unresolved conflicts and maladaptive coping mechanisms, but it places more emphasis on current relationships and situations rather than past experiences.

Question 11

The "blank screen" role of the psychotherapist is most important to _____ psychotherapists.

Accepted Answer

The "blank screen" role of the psychotherapist, where the therapist shows neutrality and minimalism in their responses, is most important to psychodynamic psychotherapists. This approach emphasizes the importance of the client developing insight into unconscious conflicts and patterns of behavior. The blank screen allows clients to project their feelings and thoughts onto the therapist, giving them the opportunity to explore their own feelings and experiences.

Question 12

Reaction formation is a defense mechanism characterized by

Accepted Answer

Reaction formation involves doing or expressing the opposite of an unconscious wish or impulse. For example, someone who has unconscious aggressive impulses might engage in excessive acts of kindness or generosity as a way of coping with those feelings.

Question 13

According to psychodynamic psychotherapists,fixation at the oral stage can result in problems related to _____ later in life,fixation at the anal stage can result in problems related to _____ later in life,and fixation at the phallic stage can result in problems related to _____ later in life.

Accepted Answer

According to psychodynamic psychotherapists, fixation at the oral stage can result in problems related to dependency later in life, fixation at the anal stage can result in problems related to control later in life, and fixation at the phallic stage can result in problems related to self-worth later in life. Therefore, the best choice is C.

Question 14

Which of the following statements is TRUE about how well psychodynamic therapy works?

Accepted Answer

Many studies, including meta-analyses, have shown that psychodynamic therapy is generally beneficial. While psychodynamic therapy may be more difficult to study empirically than other forms of therapy, there is still a considerable body of research that supports its effectiveness, particularly for issues related to trauma and personality disorders. Transference-focused psychotherapy, on the other hand, is not typically used to treat bipolar disorder and is not considered a first-line treatment for this condition.

Question 15

In _____,the therapist's primary task is to identify the "script" that the client appears to be unknowingly following,which is likely to be based on previous important relationships,and to refuse to enact that script in the therapeutic relationship.

Accepted Answer

The description matches with the techniques used in time-limited dynamic therapy which emphasizes on identifying the unconscious patterns in the client's life and how they are affecting their current behavior. The therapist is trained to not repeat these patterns to break the cycle, and to move the client towards a more positive direction.

Question 16

What is the primary goal of psychodynamic therapy?

Accepted Answer

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Question 17

Of all defense mechanisms,_____ is typically considered to be the most mature or healthy by psychodynamic psychotherapists.

Accepted Answer

Sublimation involves channeling unconscious impulses or unacceptable emotions into a more socially acceptable or constructive outlet, such as expressing anger through playing competitive sports or creating art. Psychodynamic psychotherapists view this as the most mature and healthy defense mechanism because it allows individuals to address their underlying emotions in a productive way, rather than simply suppressing or avoiding them.

Question 18

Some empirical evidence does exist for particular components of psychodynamic psychotherapy.Which of the following components has/have empirical support?

Accepted Answer

Interpretation of transference and countertransference reactions have empirical support.

Question 19

Compared to long-term psychodynamic psychotherapy,brief psychodynamic psychotherapy

Accepted Answer

Brief psychodynamic psychotherapy is designed to be more time-limited and focused than long-term psychodynamic psychotherapy. It typically involves a more narrow focus on specific clinical problems or symptoms, such as anxiety or depression.

Question 20

Which of the following lists Freud's psychosexual stages in the correct order?

Accepted Answer

This is the correct order of Freud's psychosexual stages: oral, anal, phallic, latency, genital.

Quiz 12: Psychodynamic Psychotherapy