Key Concepts in Adlerian Theory Life Tasks and Social Interest

Session 3 Study/Practice Questions - Results Question 1(Mandatory) Correct on previous attempt(s) 1 / 1 point Which of the following is not one of three life tasks according to Adlerian theory? Building friendships Establishing intimacy Contributing to society Enhancing wellness Question 2(Mandatory) Correct on previous attempt(s) 1 / 1 point Which of the following statements about social interest is true in Adler's perspective? While Adler considered social interest to be innate, he also believed that it must be learned, developed, and used. Adler believed most people to be incapable of developing social interest even though it was something to which they should aspire. In his later years, Adler recanted his beliefs about social interest and focused on addressing unconscious dynamics as the key to mental health. The concept of social interest was originally introduced by Freud, and Adler incorporated it into his theory. Question 3(Mandatory) Correct on previous attempt(s) 1 / 1 point Dr. Jones told Emily that her efforts to overcome her fear of test taking at school will most likely lead her to outperform all of her classmates one day. This intervention was: appropriate because it was intended to bolster Emily's self-esteem and academic self-concept. inappropriate because Dr. Jones was confusing Adler's notion of superiority with the idea that her client would become superior over others. not only unethical, it was illegal. inappropriate because Emily will never be able to outperform her classmates. Question 4(Mandatory) Correct on previous attempt(s) The purpose of examining a client's family constellation is to: get a picture of the individual's early social world. bring unconscious factors to the surface. discover hereditary aspects of the client's behavior. determine who else in the family needs help. 1 / 1 point Question 5(Mandatory) Correct on previous attempt(s) 1 / 1 point Adlerians refer the social interest and community feeling to as an individual's attitude in dealing with their past. a sense of identification with others without empathy. individuals' striving for a better future for only themself. individuals' awareness of being part of the human community and to individuals' attitudes in dealing with the social world. Question 6(Mandatory) Correct on previous attempt(s) 1 / 1 point All of the following are stages in Adlerian counseling except establishing a therapeutic relationship. encouraging self-understanding and insight. reorientation. analysis of resistance. Question 7(Mandatory) Correct on previous attempt(s) 1 / 1 point The process of encouragement in Adlerian counseling includes helping clients do all of the following except focus on their resources and strengths. become aware of their assets and strengths rather than dealing continually with their deficits and liabilities. recognize or accept their positive qualities. understand their liabilities and weaknesses and process them in detail. Question 8(Mandatory) Retaken 1 / 1 point An Adlerian therapist asks for the client's earliest recollections in order to provide a point of departure for the therapeutic venture. reveal their past and reintroduce the client to the pain and heartbreak of their basic mistakes. give clues as to the best way to steer the client to develop in a more positive way. gain a better understanding of what memories to not process during therapy. Question 9(Mandatory) Retaken 1 / 1 point Adlerians view the use of techniques in counseling as geared to the phase of therapy and the needs of the client. more important than paying attention to the subjective experiences of the client. give clues as to the best way to steer the client to develop in a more positive way. unethical. Question 10(Mandatory) Correct on previous attempt(s) 1 / 1 point Which of the following techniques is not used in Adlerian family counseling? Immediacy Paradoxical intention Analysis of resistances between family members The push-button technique