from Bremer's Review Fall Questions
with Verified Answers
When is termination in CBT - ANSWERSInitial phase/1st session
When is Termination in IPT - ANSWERSMiddle phase.
What patient type is IPT for? - ANSWERSDepression, anxiety, role transition, IP
problems
What phase is termination for EMDR - ANSWERSFinal stage/8th stage: when trauma is
processed
What is SUD in EMDR and what value represents ready for termination? -
ANSWERSSubject Unit of Disturbance. SUD of 0.
What is VOC in EMDR and what value represents ready for termination? -
ANSWERSValidity of Cognition. VOC of 7.
When does reasoning and thinking of others begin in kids? - ANSWERSAge 6
Reasons to terminate therapy: - ANSWERSCompletion; Noncompliance; Nonpayment;
Relocation
Techniques for self-regulation in kids: - ANSWERSRe-engage; Showing restraint;
Integration of emotion with a memory
What kids to use self-regulation for? - ANSWERSAggressive; Socially withdrawn;
Conflict
What Dx's is self-regulation good for? - ANSWERSADHD; PTSD; maltreatment;
depression; anxiety
How to support the development of self-regulation in kids? - ANSWERSManage your
own stress; Keep end goal in mind; Model self-regulation; Be supportive & encouraging
How to use Strength-based approach in kids? - ANSWERSPraise for reinforcement
Why use TF-CBT in kids? - ANSWERSTrauma; Trauma-focused CBT
, S/S of ADHD in kids: - ANSWERSInattention; Impulsivity; Hyperactivity (IIH)
What part of the brain is affected in ADHD? - ANSWERSPre-frontal cortex
TX for ADHD? - ANSWERSMeds and therapy. A combo is best.
Why use cognitive training in ADHD? - ANSWERSIncreases working memory
What is differentiation? - ANSWERSSeparating emotional & intellectual functions;
Separating self from family
What is fusion? - ANSWERSDysfunctional; Blurring self with others; Single emotional
system (over & underfunctioning)
Describe how Multi-gen Transmission Process works - ANSWERSPassing on
dysfunction patterns; "You're just like your father!"
What is a Triangle family - ANSWERSConflict b/t 2 and then they bring in the 3rd
What is Undifferentiated Ego Mass - ANSWERSThey're are stuck together; Can't
function independently
Describe Bowen's Theory; Sibling position concept - ANSWERSAn eldest child would
be compatible to marry a youngest child due to eldest are typically controlling and
youngest are more dependent
What is Family Projection Process? - ANSWERSParental undifferentiation is
transmitted to the child; Usually the child targeted is the most emotionally vulnerable
and unprotected, regardless of birth order.
What is Emotional Cutoff? - ANSWERSDecreasing or cutting contact with a person to
decrease anxiety and conflict
How to promote self-statements? - ANSWERSUse of "I" to separate self from family
An example of transforming dysfunctional generational patterns? - ANSWERSTherapist:
"I notice women in your family marry irresponsible men. Would you like to change this
pattern?"
Purpose of transforming dysfunctional generation patterns? - ANSWERSDecreases
conflict and anxiety; de-triangulates the family; repairs cutoffs
Define boundaries: - ANSWERSinvisible lines of protection
What is an enmeshed family? - ANSWERSBlurred boundaries and overly dependent on
one another. Co-dependent.