NEW MODIFIED NR
509 FINAL EXAM| NR
509 WEEK 6 EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
WITH RATIONALES
Group therapy’s growth after WWII was largely due to:
A. Advances in psychiatric medications
B. A shortage of individual therapists for returning soldiers
C. Increased public funding for mental health
D. Development of cognitive behavioral therapy
-- ANSWER--B
Rationale: Group therapy developed as a way to efficiently treat large numbers of
psychiatrically disturbed soldiers when there were not enough therapists for individual
treatment.
In Yalom’s principles, which term describes members feeling emotionally connected and
supported within the group?
A. Group cohesiveness
B. Catharsis
C. Interpersonal learning
D. Development of socializing techniques
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,-- ANSWER--A
Rationale: Group cohesiveness refers to the sense of belonging and mutual support that
contributes to therapeutic success.
A therapist uses role-play to help a family practice conflict resolution. This technique most
closely aligns with:
A. Transactional analysis
B. Psychodrama
C. Cognitive restructuring
D. Exposure therapy
-- ANSWER--B
Rationale: Role-play and enactment are hallmarks of psychodrama, originally developed by
Joseph Moreno.
During which phase of group formation do members begin to develop trust, cohesion, and a
shared sense of purpose?
A. Storming
B. Forming
C. Norming
D. Adjourning
-- ANSWER--C
Rationale: In the norming phase, the group establishes norms, increases cooperation, and
works more cohesively toward goals.
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,Which principle of group therapy involves emotional release and relief after expressing deep
feelings?
A. Altruism
B. Catharsis
C. Group cohesiveness
D. Instillation of hope
-- ANSWER--B
Rationale: Catharsis occurs when clients release and express pent-up emotions, often
resulting in a sense of relief and connection.
Nikki felt other group members were favored and wanted to quit, but later realized her
feelings were tied to jealousy of her sister. Which group therapy principle is illustrated?
A. Group cohesiveness
B. Corrective recapitulation of the primary family group
C. Universality
D. Interpersonal learning
-- ANSWER--B
Rationale: This principle involves working through unresolved family issues—such as sibling
rivalry—within the safety of the group.
Kesha valued group therapy most because it provided people she could count on who
wouldn’t leave her. This reflects:
A. Group cohesiveness
B. Instillation of hope
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, C. Altruism
D. Universality
-- ANSWER--A
Rationale: Group cohesiveness is the sense of belonging and unconditional acceptance among
members, which correlates with positive outcomes.
Tuan applied communication strategies learned from watching other group members to his
relationship with his daughter. This is an example of:
A. Interpersonal learning
B. Imitative behavior
C. Universality D. Altruism
-- ANSWER--B
Rationale: Imitative behavior occurs when members adopt behaviors observed in others
during therapy.
Which type of issues are especially suited to family or couples therapy rather than individual
therapy?
A. Problems requiring medication management
B. Interpersonal conflicts and systemic issues
C. Phobias and specific fears
D. Sleep disorders
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509 FINAL EXAM| NR
509 WEEK 6 EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
WITH RATIONALES
Group therapy’s growth after WWII was largely due to:
A. Advances in psychiatric medications
B. A shortage of individual therapists for returning soldiers
C. Increased public funding for mental health
D. Development of cognitive behavioral therapy
-- ANSWER--B
Rationale: Group therapy developed as a way to efficiently treat large numbers of
psychiatrically disturbed soldiers when there were not enough therapists for individual
treatment.
In Yalom’s principles, which term describes members feeling emotionally connected and
supported within the group?
A. Group cohesiveness
B. Catharsis
C. Interpersonal learning
D. Development of socializing techniques
Page 1 of 68
,-- ANSWER--A
Rationale: Group cohesiveness refers to the sense of belonging and mutual support that
contributes to therapeutic success.
A therapist uses role-play to help a family practice conflict resolution. This technique most
closely aligns with:
A. Transactional analysis
B. Psychodrama
C. Cognitive restructuring
D. Exposure therapy
-- ANSWER--B
Rationale: Role-play and enactment are hallmarks of psychodrama, originally developed by
Joseph Moreno.
During which phase of group formation do members begin to develop trust, cohesion, and a
shared sense of purpose?
A. Storming
B. Forming
C. Norming
D. Adjourning
-- ANSWER--C
Rationale: In the norming phase, the group establishes norms, increases cooperation, and
works more cohesively toward goals.
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,Which principle of group therapy involves emotional release and relief after expressing deep
feelings?
A. Altruism
B. Catharsis
C. Group cohesiveness
D. Instillation of hope
-- ANSWER--B
Rationale: Catharsis occurs when clients release and express pent-up emotions, often
resulting in a sense of relief and connection.
Nikki felt other group members were favored and wanted to quit, but later realized her
feelings were tied to jealousy of her sister. Which group therapy principle is illustrated?
A. Group cohesiveness
B. Corrective recapitulation of the primary family group
C. Universality
D. Interpersonal learning
-- ANSWER--B
Rationale: This principle involves working through unresolved family issues—such as sibling
rivalry—within the safety of the group.
Kesha valued group therapy most because it provided people she could count on who
wouldn’t leave her. This reflects:
A. Group cohesiveness
B. Instillation of hope
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, C. Altruism
D. Universality
-- ANSWER--A
Rationale: Group cohesiveness is the sense of belonging and unconditional acceptance among
members, which correlates with positive outcomes.
Tuan applied communication strategies learned from watching other group members to his
relationship with his daughter. This is an example of:
A. Interpersonal learning
B. Imitative behavior
C. Universality D. Altruism
-- ANSWER--B
Rationale: Imitative behavior occurs when members adopt behaviors observed in others
during therapy.
Which type of issues are especially suited to family or couples therapy rather than individual
therapy?
A. Problems requiring medication management
B. Interpersonal conflicts and systemic issues
C. Phobias and specific fears
D. Sleep disorders
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