Chat with AIExam 3: Attending, Empathy, and Observation Skills: Fundamentals of All Interviewing and Counseling Approaches
Present a concrete example of a time when it may be appropriate not to provide attention (attending behavior) to client talk.
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Answered by Examlex AI CopilotA concrete example of a time when it may be appropriate not to provide attention (attending behavior) to client talk could occur within a therapeutic setting where a client is engaging in manipulative or attention-seeking behavior that is counterproductive to their treatment goals.
For instance, consider a scenario in which a therapist is working with a client who has a history of using self-harm to gain attention from others. During a session, the client may begin to talk about self-harm in a manner that seems designed to provoke a reaction or to test the therapist's response. If the therapist has established a treatment plan with the client that involves focusing on developing healthier coping mechanisms and has agreed with the client to not reinforce the self-harm behavior, the therapist might choose not to engage with this particular topic in the moment.
Instead, the therapist could redirect the conversation to more constructive topics, such as discussing the client's progress with alternative coping strategies, or exploring the underlying emotions that are leading to the desire for self-harm. By not providing attention to the self-harm talk, the therapist is adhering to the established treatment plan and helping the client to learn that there are more effective ways to communicate their needs and feelings.
It's important to note that not providing attention does not mean ignoring the client or dismissing their feelings. It is a strategic decision made within the context of the therapeutic relationship and treatment goals. The therapist must still remain empathetic and supportive, but also firm in maintaining the boundaries of the treatment plan. This approach requires careful judgment and should be based on a thorough understanding of the client's history, behaviors, and needs.
Keeping in mind that each client varies, direct but not constant eye contact is most typical for which cultural group?
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VerifiedC
Attending behavior includes individually and culturally appropriate __________________.
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Describe cultural differences that may exist in the four main concepts of attending behavior.
(34) When clients and counselors (or people in general) mirror each other's body language, it is termed
(35) Through _________, we can sometimes stop clients from talking about nonproductive topics.
(42) What would you look for in terms of client nonverbal communication in the session?
(34) We tend to listen to some topics more than others by verbal tracking. We hear some topics better than others. It is important that the interviewer be aware of unconscious patterns of
(32) According to Ivey, Ivey, and Zalaquett, attending behavior have predictable results in client conversation. What would you expect to see clients doing as a consequence of your effective listening? Would this be the same for clients from different ethnic or cultural backgrounds?
(30) Following is a brief client-interview exchange.
Client: I felt like my cabin was the most cohesive group in camp. Yet, I felt some personal problems at the time. I wanted to become a therapist and wondered if I wasn't simply being selfish and using my ability to help others as a way to avoid myself.
The following counselor responses are in reaction to the client. Indicate which are attending and which are nonattending.
"I've had personal problems too. But I don't think I'm selfish."
(32) Following is a brief client-interview exchange.
Client: I felt like my cabin was the most cohesive group in camp. Yet, I felt some personal problems at the time. I wanted to become a therapist and wondered if I wasn't simply being selfish and using my ability to help others as a way to avoid myself.
The following counselor responses are in reaction to the client. Indicate which are attending and which are nonattending.
"How old are you now?"
(39) When you demonstrate effective attending behavior, clients usually _________________________.
(26) Following is a brief client-interview exchange.
Client: I felt like my cabin was the most cohesive group in camp. Yet, I felt some personal problems at the time. I wanted to become a therapist and wondered if I wasn't simply being selfish and using my ability to help others as a way to avoid myself.
The following counselor responses are in reaction to the client. Indicate which are attending and which are nonattending.
In all of these examples, we can assume
(34) Following is a brief client-interview exchange.
Client: I felt like my cabin was the most cohesive group in camp. Yet, I felt some personal problems at the time. I wanted to become a therapist and wondered if I wasn't simply being selfish and using my ability to help others as a way to avoid myself.
The following counselor responses are in reaction to the client. Indicate which are attending and which are nonattending.
"You think you might have been selfish?"
(28) What are the four main concepts of attending behavior? Evaluate yourself on each of these.
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