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Lambert's Common Factors Research view therapeutic models as : - Answer-Answer-
a. Tools used to increase the therapist's effectiveness Common Factors Research
explores the key elements found across all theories that contribute to effective therapy
outcomes . Findings suggest that models are important to provide the structure for
therapy and inform evidence - based practice .
b . A barrier to evidence based practice On the contrary , Common Factors Research
uses therapeutic models and theory to derive evidence - based practice . More
important than the therapist using the models This one is tricky - although Common
Factors Research depend upon the use of therapeutic models , they also find that the
individuality of the therapist correlate with the effectiveness therapy . d . Tools to
increase the therapist's confidence in clinical practice Common Factors Research
argues that therapeutic models tend to increase the client's confidence in the therapy
being delivered , not the therapist's . Domain 1 : The Practice of Systemic Therapy
According to Lambert's Common Factors Model , therapy outcome variance is MOST
influenced by the : - Answer-a . Quality of the therapeutic relationship Accounts for 30 %
of outcome variance . Competing bodies of research endorse this factor as effective
therapy , making it a close second choice . Be sure to stick to the literature on Common
Factors when that's what the question calls for . b . Therapist's specific model and
techniques used in therapy Accounts for 15 % of outcome variance C. Client's level of
hope and belief that the therapy will be helpful Accounts for 15 % of outcome variance
Answer- d . Client's motivation and current resources Accounts for 40 % of outcome
variance
According to General Systems Theory , systems are generally viewed in terms of : -
Answer-a . Hierarchy Primary component of systems
Answer- Relationships Not directly acknowledged by GST as a fundamental Keep in
mind , GST is utilized across disciplines , not just family therapy component of systemic
interaction c . Executive organization Primary component of systems d . Subsystems
Primary component of systems
Humanistic theories adhere to the following brand of truth : Subjective - Answer-a .
Subjective YES ! Humanism is all about subjectivity
Which of the following terms defines a Systemic Therapist's views on the therapeutic
relationship ? - Answer-d . Therapist as participant in the therapeutic system YES ! As
,systemic therapists , we join the family system and become a participating member .
This frees us to use our self to create change as we experience first - hand the rules
that govern the system .
To maintain homeostasis , systems engage loops - Answer-c . Negative feedback loops
YES ! Negative feedback serves to correct behavior operating outside of homeostatic
norms and thereby maintain homeostasis .
The Johnson family generally responds to family dysfunction and conflict by looking to
Dad to children who then quickly conform utilize his authority in stabilizing the system
often scolding to desired behaviors . Upon the dad being bedridden with an acute illness
, Mom steps into a sibling conflict and assists the two brothers in talking through their
disagreement and reaching resolution . This following vignette is an example of : -
Answer-a . Positive feedback YES ! When families are in a state of crisis and can no
longer look to the rules of homeostasis to resolve the crisis , for the crisis to resolve they
must embrace positive feedback and adapt to new ways of resolving problems to regain
order
Husband and wife are continually arguing about who is responsible for taking out the
garbage at the end of the day , finding that any time the wife directs the husband to take
the garbage out , he refuses to do so . A Systemic Therapist would view this
disagreement as being mostly related to : - Answer-The command level of
communication YES ! The command level of communication speaks to the relationship ,
and not the content of what is being communicated . The husband's opposition can be
understood through his aversion to someone else telling him what to do , which exists at
the command level
A PRIMARY VIEW : difference between first - order and second - order cybernetics is
the way they - Answer-C. The therapist's role in the family system This is a primary
difference of second - order cybernetics which viewed the therapist as becoming a part
of the family system and cocreator of the therapeutic system .
Feminist Family Therapy's PRIMARY mode of intervention is : - Answer-The
deconstruction and questioning of dominant cultural and political discourses YES !
Feminist Family Therapy aimed to directly deconstruct and question the dominant
societal discourses that are embodied within the family system as a means to generate
greater equality and equity amongst its members .
In the year 2032 , planet earth is occupied by a superior alien species . Disregarding
social status demographic identifiers , humans across the globe are equally subjected to
Alien rule and granted a shared status as animal . This event WOULD be an example of
: - Answer-Equifinality Yes ! Equifinality is a systemic phenomenon characterized by
parts of a system starting off in different places eventually moving toward all being the
same . A sobering scenario , huh ? Hopefully it won't come to that in order for us to
finally start getting along ! Keep in mind , all of these concepts of a system apply to our
macrosystem in the same ways they apply to family systems . hinimas
, Every time there is the slightest problem in our relationship , it's like the entire world
stops and we need to get into it right then and there . I never get any space , I never get
a break from this . And every time I try to take space , Maria just follows me wherever I
do demanding that we talk about the conflict ! Maria : Mark never wants to work through
any issues , he just avoids everything . It feels as if nothing that matters to me matters
to him , so yeah , when he tries to avoid the th - Answer-QUESTION
Mark's new response to Maria is demonstrative of:
a. First-order change and negative feedback
b. Second order change and positive feedback
- answer c
First-order change and positive feedback- First - order change and positive feedback
the pursuer role and Maria taking on the distancer role , suggesting that the rules that
positive vs. negative feedback . Here , there was a change in behavior in David now
taking on You'll have to refine your ability to identify first - order change vs. second -
order change , and first - order change . Also , there has been a slight shift in how the
couple interacts which govern the dysfunctional interactional cycle have remained the
same which demonstrates could serve to change homeostasis if this new pattern
persists , which would demonstrate positive feedback into the system .
You'll have to refine your ability to identify first-order change vs. second-order change,
and positive vs. negative feedback. Here, there was a change in behavior in
Homeostasis Second - order change - Answer-In this scenario , the change in the rules
that govern their interactions instead , both . Now , couple has demonstrated neither
partner takes on the engage in constructive second - order change . Because this has
persisted homeostasis which is a potential doesn't always constitute means of
communication role of their distancer or pursuer , and pattern it suggests a new Positive
feedback in and of itself into the future around conflict , evident of via a new
interactional answer D is the MOST outcome of positive feedback . systemic concepts !
correct of the options Hopefully you're a change in homeostasis , so getting a hang of
these
A therapist has been working with a client for the past three the client disclosed that she
just found out her husband year . The therapist was quickly overcome with emotionality
partner's recent infidelity . The therapist spent months . During their last session , has
been having an affair for the past a divorce driven by her as she is currently going
through the rest of the session usual . allowing the client to process her emotions
without being as directive or verbally engaged as The NEXT BE - Answer-Seek
consultation with a colleague to address countertransference The therapist has an
obligation to address the countertransference with a colleague via consultation , and an
opportunity to use that consultation as a resource to determine the appropriateness of
continuing therapy . Consultation is the resource to determine whether or not we can
maintain enough objectivity to remain therapeutically effective and keep the discourse
focused on the client's best interests .
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Lambert's Common Factors Research view therapeutic models as : - Answer-Answer-
a. Tools used to increase the therapist's effectiveness Common Factors Research
explores the key elements found across all theories that contribute to effective therapy
outcomes . Findings suggest that models are important to provide the structure for
therapy and inform evidence - based practice .
b . A barrier to evidence based practice On the contrary , Common Factors Research
uses therapeutic models and theory to derive evidence - based practice . More
important than the therapist using the models This one is tricky - although Common
Factors Research depend upon the use of therapeutic models , they also find that the
individuality of the therapist correlate with the effectiveness therapy . d . Tools to
increase the therapist's confidence in clinical practice Common Factors Research
argues that therapeutic models tend to increase the client's confidence in the therapy
being delivered , not the therapist's . Domain 1 : The Practice of Systemic Therapy
According to Lambert's Common Factors Model , therapy outcome variance is MOST
influenced by the : - Answer-a . Quality of the therapeutic relationship Accounts for 30 %
of outcome variance . Competing bodies of research endorse this factor as effective
therapy , making it a close second choice . Be sure to stick to the literature on Common
Factors when that's what the question calls for . b . Therapist's specific model and
techniques used in therapy Accounts for 15 % of outcome variance C. Client's level of
hope and belief that the therapy will be helpful Accounts for 15 % of outcome variance
Answer- d . Client's motivation and current resources Accounts for 40 % of outcome
variance
According to General Systems Theory , systems are generally viewed in terms of : -
Answer-a . Hierarchy Primary component of systems
Answer- Relationships Not directly acknowledged by GST as a fundamental Keep in
mind , GST is utilized across disciplines , not just family therapy component of systemic
interaction c . Executive organization Primary component of systems d . Subsystems
Primary component of systems
Humanistic theories adhere to the following brand of truth : Subjective - Answer-a .
Subjective YES ! Humanism is all about subjectivity
Which of the following terms defines a Systemic Therapist's views on the therapeutic
relationship ? - Answer-d . Therapist as participant in the therapeutic system YES ! As
,systemic therapists , we join the family system and become a participating member .
This frees us to use our self to create change as we experience first - hand the rules
that govern the system .
To maintain homeostasis , systems engage loops - Answer-c . Negative feedback loops
YES ! Negative feedback serves to correct behavior operating outside of homeostatic
norms and thereby maintain homeostasis .
The Johnson family generally responds to family dysfunction and conflict by looking to
Dad to children who then quickly conform utilize his authority in stabilizing the system
often scolding to desired behaviors . Upon the dad being bedridden with an acute illness
, Mom steps into a sibling conflict and assists the two brothers in talking through their
disagreement and reaching resolution . This following vignette is an example of : -
Answer-a . Positive feedback YES ! When families are in a state of crisis and can no
longer look to the rules of homeostasis to resolve the crisis , for the crisis to resolve they
must embrace positive feedback and adapt to new ways of resolving problems to regain
order
Husband and wife are continually arguing about who is responsible for taking out the
garbage at the end of the day , finding that any time the wife directs the husband to take
the garbage out , he refuses to do so . A Systemic Therapist would view this
disagreement as being mostly related to : - Answer-The command level of
communication YES ! The command level of communication speaks to the relationship ,
and not the content of what is being communicated . The husband's opposition can be
understood through his aversion to someone else telling him what to do , which exists at
the command level
A PRIMARY VIEW : difference between first - order and second - order cybernetics is
the way they - Answer-C. The therapist's role in the family system This is a primary
difference of second - order cybernetics which viewed the therapist as becoming a part
of the family system and cocreator of the therapeutic system .
Feminist Family Therapy's PRIMARY mode of intervention is : - Answer-The
deconstruction and questioning of dominant cultural and political discourses YES !
Feminist Family Therapy aimed to directly deconstruct and question the dominant
societal discourses that are embodied within the family system as a means to generate
greater equality and equity amongst its members .
In the year 2032 , planet earth is occupied by a superior alien species . Disregarding
social status demographic identifiers , humans across the globe are equally subjected to
Alien rule and granted a shared status as animal . This event WOULD be an example of
: - Answer-Equifinality Yes ! Equifinality is a systemic phenomenon characterized by
parts of a system starting off in different places eventually moving toward all being the
same . A sobering scenario , huh ? Hopefully it won't come to that in order for us to
finally start getting along ! Keep in mind , all of these concepts of a system apply to our
macrosystem in the same ways they apply to family systems . hinimas
, Every time there is the slightest problem in our relationship , it's like the entire world
stops and we need to get into it right then and there . I never get any space , I never get
a break from this . And every time I try to take space , Maria just follows me wherever I
do demanding that we talk about the conflict ! Maria : Mark never wants to work through
any issues , he just avoids everything . It feels as if nothing that matters to me matters
to him , so yeah , when he tries to avoid the th - Answer-QUESTION
Mark's new response to Maria is demonstrative of:
a. First-order change and negative feedback
b. Second order change and positive feedback
- answer c
First-order change and positive feedback- First - order change and positive feedback
the pursuer role and Maria taking on the distancer role , suggesting that the rules that
positive vs. negative feedback . Here , there was a change in behavior in David now
taking on You'll have to refine your ability to identify first - order change vs. second -
order change , and first - order change . Also , there has been a slight shift in how the
couple interacts which govern the dysfunctional interactional cycle have remained the
same which demonstrates could serve to change homeostasis if this new pattern
persists , which would demonstrate positive feedback into the system .
You'll have to refine your ability to identify first-order change vs. second-order change,
and positive vs. negative feedback. Here, there was a change in behavior in
Homeostasis Second - order change - Answer-In this scenario , the change in the rules
that govern their interactions instead , both . Now , couple has demonstrated neither
partner takes on the engage in constructive second - order change . Because this has
persisted homeostasis which is a potential doesn't always constitute means of
communication role of their distancer or pursuer , and pattern it suggests a new Positive
feedback in and of itself into the future around conflict , evident of via a new
interactional answer D is the MOST outcome of positive feedback . systemic concepts !
correct of the options Hopefully you're a change in homeostasis , so getting a hang of
these
A therapist has been working with a client for the past three the client disclosed that she
just found out her husband year . The therapist was quickly overcome with emotionality
partner's recent infidelity . The therapist spent months . During their last session , has
been having an affair for the past a divorce driven by her as she is currently going
through the rest of the session usual . allowing the client to process her emotions
without being as directive or verbally engaged as The NEXT BE - Answer-Seek
consultation with a colleague to address countertransference The therapist has an
obligation to address the countertransference with a colleague via consultation , and an
opportunity to use that consultation as a resource to determine the appropriateness of
continuing therapy . Consultation is the resource to determine whether or not we can
maintain enough objectivity to remain therapeutically effective and keep the discourse
focused on the client's best interests .
