Author Question: Which of the following is TRUE about silence? A) It can cause client discomfort and must be used ... (Read 139 times)

Lisaclaire · **on:** Jul 31, 2018

Which of the following is TRUE about silence?

A) It can cause client discomfort and must be used sparingly.
B) It can be useful in a session when clients need to think through their responses.
C) It is not a useful tool for the helping professional.
D) It is useful when followed by detailed analysis of the client's issue(s).

Question 2

Silence:

A) needs to be avoided in some cultural contexts.
B) is central when you are working with a client whom you do not really understand as it gives them more time to think and talk.
C) can be frightening to the beginning helper.
D) is difficult for clients, so the counselor needs to fill in the time.