Psychological Therapies and Their Dynamics Quiz

Test your knowledge on psychotherapy approaches, from CBT to DBT. Understand therapeutic dynamics & key concepts in this quiz.

#1

Who developed the psychodynamic therapy known as psychoanalysis?

Carl Rogers
Albert Ellis
Sigmund Freud
Abraham Maslow
#2

Which therapeutic approach emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility, self-actualization, and the here and now?

Psychoanalytic Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Humanistic Therapy
Existential Therapy
#3

Who developed the client-centered therapy, emphasizing unconditional positive regard, empathy, and genuineness?

Sigmund Freud
Carl Rogers
Albert Ellis
B.F. Skinner
#4

Which therapeutic approach involves exploring unconscious conflicts through techniques like dream analysis and free association?

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Psychodynamic Therapy
Existential Therapy
Humanistic Therapy
#5

Which therapeutic approach involves identifying and challenging distorted or irrational thoughts to change negative emotions and behaviors?

Humanistic Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Existential Therapy
Psychoanalytic Therapy
#6

Which therapeutic approach focuses on changing irrational thought patterns and beliefs to improve emotional well-being?

Psychodynamic Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Humanistic Therapy
Existential Therapy
#7

In behavioral therapy, what is the term used for rewarding desired behaviors to encourage their repetition?

Punishment
Extinction
Positive Reinforcement
Negative Reinforcement
#8

Which therapeutic technique involves exposing individuals to their feared stimuli in a controlled and gradual manner to reduce anxiety?

Systematic Desensitization
Flooding
Cognitive Restructuring
Token Economy
#9

In the context of family therapy, what term refers to the tendency of a family to maintain its usual structure and functioning over time?

Homeostasis
Equifinality
Cohesion
Enmeshment
#10

What is the primary focus of gestalt therapy?

Exploring unconscious conflicts
Analyzing dream symbols
Promoting self-actualization
Emphasizing the present moment experience
#11

What is the primary goal of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)?

Enhancing self-esteem
Promoting interpersonal effectiveness
Managing emotional dysregulation
Exploring unconscious conflicts
#12

What is the main premise of solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT)?

Analyzing the root causes of problems
Exploring childhood experiences
Setting specific goals and solutions
Interpreting dreams and symbols
#13

In dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), what skills module focuses on regulating emotions and improving distress tolerance?

Interpersonal Effectiveness
Mindfulness
Emotion Regulation
Distress Tolerance
#14

Which therapeutic approach is known for its focus on acceptance and commitment to values-based living, utilizing mindfulness and behavioral strategies?

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Gestalt Therapy
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
#15

Which therapeutic approach emphasizes the exploration of existential concerns such as freedom, responsibility, and the search for meaning?

Humanistic Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Existential Therapy
Psychoanalytic Therapy

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