Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding psychodynamic defense mechanisms?
a. They are automatic psychological processes that a person uses to ward off anxiety and external stressors and thus describe strategies the person frequently uses to handle problems.
b. The current recommendation is for counselors to identify up to seven defense mechanisms that the client uses in session or describes using outside of session.
c. Identifying defense mechanisms allows for a better understanding of the client's internal dynamics, particularly those that are contributing to the presenting problem.
d. The defense mechanisms your clients use are never helpful in any context.
Question 2
Which of the following statements LEAST accurately reflects the author's beliefs about assessing for diversity issues when conceptualizing counseling cases?
a. Each form of diversity brings with it both unique resources and limitations
b. For many clients, traumatic and oppressive experiences related to being a minority or simply different are at the core of their problematic situation
c. Only feminist, narrative, and collaborative counselors need to assess for diversity issues
d. Many cultural and ethnic groups are marginalized in dominant society, but they also tend to have stronger than average social and religious networks that provide them a sense of belonging and support
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