PSYCH 270 Chapter Notes - Chapter 3: Progressive Muscle Relaxation, Electroconvulsive Therapy, Psychoactive Drug
2 Feb 2017
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Based on therapy outcome (how well the treatment works) or therapy process (what makes therapy work) Eclectic: using different treatments for different disorders. Of people with mental disorders do not receive treatment. Biological therapists would first diagnosis frances" depression, and note of the description of her father, who seems chronically depressed (genetic predisposition?) May explain that depression is caused by an imbalance in the brain, recommend medication, and schedule follow up appointments. Psychodynamic therapists would focus on her defensive style. Might view frances" justification of her parents and husband"s behavior as a form of rationalization. Note a pattern of denial in france"s refusal to acknowledge the imperfections of her loved ones. May wonder if she is projecting onto her family her own feelings of being burdened by her mother"s demands. Illuminate a pattern in france"s" internal conflicts unconscious motivations and defenses, to help her gain insight on her hidden resentment of her mother.
