COUN 510 Exam 1 (Ch. 1,2, & 4)

What is theory? - Answer- 1. A theory is composed of a set of concepts and their defined relationships, all intended to explain some phenomenon of interest. 2. In a perfect world, should explain and predict behavior. 3. Attempt to explain the process of helping clients change. pg 2 APA defines counseling as... - Answer- "helping to overcome obstacles to their personal growth, wherever these my be encountered, and toward achieving optimum development of their personal resources." pg 3 Two things that describe theory - Answer- 1. Practical 2. Important pg 3 Theory is what? - Answer- 1. Theory is Fun 2. Theory Works 3. Theory is Essential to Human Life 4. Counselors who don't use theory may get lost pg 4 Schemas - Answer- Defined as cognitive structures that help us organize information. pg 4 Characteristics of Good Theory - Answer- 1. Precision and Testability (operational or easily operationalized). 2. Empirical Validity 3. Parsimony (simplicity) 4. Stimulation (get people excited) 5. Practicality (applicablity) pg 7-17 Ethics: The Role of Professional Values and Standards - Answer- 1. Client Welfare 2. Informed Consent 3. Confidentiality 4. Multiple Relationships 5. The Critical Question: How To Decide? pg 23-24 Who first explored "talk" therapy approach as a treatment for psychological dysfunction? - Answer- Sigmund Freud & Joseph Breuer pg 30