John calls a suicide prevention hot line in a desperate state of helplessness. A well-trained worker should focus John's attention on ____.
A) research evidence that helplessness is a product of operant conditioning
B) the fact that helplessness is a normal reaction to an absurd world
C) specific interpersonal limitations related to his helplessness
D) his strengths and resources to cope with his problems

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A well-trained worker on a suicide prevention hotline would focus on empowering the caller by highlighting their strengths and resources to cope with their problems, as this approach fosters hope and resilience.

John Calls a Suicide Prevention Hot Line in a Desperate