Why is indicating to a client that everything will be fine ...

[lunatika]

Why is indicating to a client that everything will be fine unlikely to be productive? What is a more useful approach?

Question 2

Which of these foods found in our modern diet was also found in our prehistoric ancestors' diets?
 a. Butter
  b. Low-fat milk
  c. Whole-grain breads
  d. Table sugar
  e. Berries

[SeanoH09]

Answer to Question 1

Indicating that everything will be fine is not likely to be productive if there is no basis for reality. The comment is likely to belittle the client's feelings. Such comments can indicate superiority and can create negative feelings. Effective counselors provide reassurance through clarifying
their roles in the counseling process, identifying possible solutions, and explaining the counseling program.

Answer to Question 2

e