A behavioral therapist is working with a depressed client. Which of the following causes is the most likely focus of this therapist's intervention?
A) learned behaviors of depression
B) unusual levels of neurotransmitters
C) negative interpretations of life events
D) a superego that is too harsh and strict

Question

A behavioral therapist is working with a depressed client. Which of the following causes is the most likely focus of this therapist's intervention?
A) learned behaviors of depression 
B) unusual levels of neurotransmitters
C) negative interpretations of life events 
D) a superego that is too harsh and strict

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Behavioral therapy focuses on identifying and changing maladaptive learned behaviors. Therefore, the most likely focus of a behavioral therapist working with a depressed client would be the learned behaviors of depression, such as avoidance behaviors or negative thought patterns. Options B, C, and D are more related to biological or psychodynamic theories, and would not be the primary focus of a behavioral therapist.

A Behavioral Therapist Is Working with a Depressed Client