Situation 3: Gary, a 35-year old, has been an alcoholic for 5 years. He recently lost his job due to his frequent tardiness and has spent up all his savings. Despite this, he doesn’t admit that he has a problem, so his wife brought him to the Rehabilitation Center.16. Gary states, “I don’t think my drinking has anything to do with why I am here in the hospital. I think I have problems with depression.” Which statement by the psychologist is the most therapeutic response? *1 pointA. “I think you really need to look at the amount you are drinking and consider the effect on your family.”B. “That’s wrong. I disagree with that. Your admission is because of your alcohol abuse and not for any other reason.”C “I’m sure you don’t mean that. You have realized that alcohol is the root of you problems.”D. “I find it hard to believe that alcohol is not a problem because you have recently lost your job and your driver’s license.”
Question
Situation 3: Gary, a 35-year old, has been an alcoholic for 5 years. He recently lost his job due to his frequent tardiness and has spent up all his savings. Despite this, he doesn’t admit that he has a problem, so his wife brought him to the Rehabilitation Center.16. Gary states, “I don’t think my drinking has anything to do with why I am here in the hospital. I think I have problems with depression.” Which statement by the psychologist is the most therapeutic response? *1 pointA. “I think you really need to look at the amount you are drinking and consider the effect on your family.”B. “That’s wrong. I disagree with that. Your admission is because of your alcohol abuse and not for any other reason.”C “I’m sure you don’t mean that. You have realized that alcohol is the root of you problems.”D. “I find it hard to believe that alcohol is not a problem because you have recently lost your job and your driver’s license.”
Solution
The most therapeutic response by the psychologist would be option A. “I think you really need to look at the amount you are drinking and consider the effect on your family.” This response is non-judgmental, empathetic, and encourages Gary to reflect on his behavior and its impacts. The other options are either confrontational, dismissive, or invalidating of Gary's feelings and experiences, which are not therapeutic approaches.
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