Question 1

One of the key contributions of most systemic approaches is that neither the individual nor the family is blamed for a particular dysfunction.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

We create, maintain, and live by often___________ that we hope will keep the family and each of its members)  functional.

Accepted Answer

A)   the use of bibliotherapy
B)   differentiation of the self
C)   agreed upon rules
D)   unspoken rules and routines

Question 3

When ___________occurs, a ripple effect flows throughout the family system.

Accepted Answer

A)   change
B)   an argument
C)   a negative behaviour
D)   tradition

Question 4

Alfred Adler and Rudolf Dreikurs and their associates were the first known practitioners of family therapy, often using a model now called:

Accepted Answer

A)   closed-forum family counselling.
B)   closed-forum individual counselling.
C)   open-forum family counselling.
D)   open-forum individual counselling.

Question 5

Structural family therapy includes all of the following goals except for bringing about structural change by:

Accepted Answer

A)   modifying the family's transactional rules.
B)   developing more appropriate boundaries.
C)   reducing symptoms of dysfunction.
D)   the therapist taking a not-knowing stance with a family.

Question 6

The techniques of joining, boundary setting, unbalancing, reframing, ordeals, enactments, and paradoxical interventions are most likely to be part of which approach to family therapy?

Accepted Answer

A)   Bowenian family therapy
B)   Adlerian family therapy
C)   Structural-strategic family therapy
D)   Strategic family therapy

Question 7

Therapists begin to form a relationship with clients from the moment of:

Accepted Answer

A)   first contact.
B)   complete trust.
C)   family introductions.
D)   engaging in deep conversation.

Question 8

What is the technique in family therapy that casts a new light on a problem and provides a different interpretation for a problematic situation?

Accepted Answer

A)   Reorganisation
B)   Family mapping
C)   Restructuring
D)   Reframing

Question 9

Family systems therapy is represented by a variety of theories and approaches, all of which focus on the relational aspects of human problems.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Structural-strategic family therapy has its foundation in behavioural theory.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The process of differentiation occurs in most cultures, but it takes on a different shape due to cultural norms.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Which approach to family therapy suggests that a person's current family problems will not significantly change until relationship patterns in the family of origin are understood and directly challenged?

Accepted Answer

A)   Bowenian family therapy
B)   Human validation process model
C)   Structural family therapy
D)   Strategic family therapy

Question 13

Which approach would be most interested in the interactional patterns, or sequences, in the family?

Accepted Answer

A)   Bowenian family therapy
B)   Human validation process model
C)   Structural-strategic family therapy
D)   Social constructionism

Question 14

In working with a triangulated relationship, Bowen would be inclined to place primary emphasis on:

Accepted Answer

A)   joining the family.
B)   engaging in personal self-disclosure to build trust.
C)   maintaining a stance of neutrality.
D)   siding with one member involved in the triangle.

Question 15

Which approach assumes that a family can best be understood when it is analysed from at least a three-generational perspective?

Accepted Answer

A)   Bowenian family therapy
B)   Human validation process model
C)   Social constructionism
D)   Strategic family therapy

Question 16

Structural-strategic family therapists do not generally deal with the presenting problem; rather, they focus on the underlying symptom of a dysfunctional system.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

The therapy goals self-esteem and connection, and helping family members achieve congruent communication and interaction are most associated with which theory of family therapy?

Accepted Answer

A)   Bowen's multigenerational family therapy
B)   Satir's human validation process model
C)   Dreikurs's experiential/symbolic family therapy
D)   Minuchin's structural family therapy

Question 18

A major contribution of Bowen's theory is the notion of:

Accepted Answer

A)   birth order as a determinant of personality.
B)   differentiation of the self.
C)   family rules and communication patterns.
D)   spontaneity, creativity, and play as therapeutic factors in family therapy.

Question 19

Feminism, multiculturalism, and postmodern social constructionism have all entered the family therapy field. These models are more collaborative, treating clients as:

Accepted Answer

A)   passive participants in their journey.
B)   the experts in their own lives.
C)   needing an expert.
D)   an individual without the ability to make decisions.

Question 20

Adler introduced___________ to our understanding of the family system or family constellation) .

Accepted Answer

A)   the power structure
B)   cultural context
C)   balance of leadership
D)   phenomenology

Exam 14: Family Systems Therapy

Which approach to family therapy suggests that a person's current family problems will not significantly change until relationship patterns in the family of origin are understood and directly challenged?

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Therapists begin to form a relationship with clients from the moment of:

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The therapy goals self-esteem and connection, and helping family members achieve congruent communication and interaction are most associated with which theory of family therapy?

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Adler introduced___________ to our understanding of the family system or family constellation) .

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The techniques of joining, boundary setting, unbalancing, reframing, ordeals, enactments, and paradoxical interventions are most likely to be part of which approach to family therapy?

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What is the technique in family therapy that casts a new light on a problem and provides a different interpretation for a problematic situation?

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Which approach assumes that a family can best be understood when it is analysed from at least a three-generational perspective?

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A major contribution of Bowen's theory is the notion of:

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We create, maintain, and live by often___________ that we hope will keep the family and each of its members) functional.

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Structural-strategic family therapy has its foundation in behavioural theory.

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Structural family therapy includes all of the following goals except for bringing about structural change by:

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Structural-strategic family therapists do not generally deal with the presenting problem; rather, they focus on the underlying symptom of a dysfunctional system.

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Which approach would be most interested in the interactional patterns, or sequences, in the family?

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Family systems therapy is represented by a variety of theories and approaches, all of which focus on the relational aspects of human problems.

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Alfred Adler and Rudolf Dreikurs and their associates were the first known practitioners of family therapy, often using a model now called:

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In working with a triangulated relationship, Bowen would be inclined to place primary emphasis on:

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Feminism, multiculturalism, and postmodern social constructionism have all entered the family therapy field. These models are more collaborative, treating clients as:

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When ___________occurs, a ripple effect flows throughout the family system.

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One of the key contributions of most systemic approaches is that neither the individual nor the family is blamed for a particular dysfunction.

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The process of differentiation occurs in most cultures, but it takes on a different shape due to cultural norms.

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