1. John and Mary are a married couple who have been experiencing

marital dissatisfaction for the past year. They decide to seek

counseling from a therapist who uses a systemic approach. What does

this mean?

a) The therapist will focus on the individual problems of John and

Mary and help them change their behaviors and cognitions.

b) The therapist will explore the history of John and Mary's

relationship and help them resolve their past conflicts and traumas.

c) The therapist will examine the interactions and patterns of John and

Mary within their family system and help them improve their

communication and problem-solving skills.

d) The therapist will assess the strengths and weaknesses of John and

Mary's marriage and help them set realistic goals and expectations for

their relationship.

*Answer: c) The therapist will examine the interactions and patterns

of John and Mary within their family system and help them improve

their communication and problem-solving skills.*

Rationale: A systemic approach to therapy views the couple as part of

a larger system, such as their family, and considers how the system

influences their behaviors, emotions, and relationships. A systemic

therapist will help the couple identify and change the dysfunctional

patterns and cycles that maintain their marital problems.

2. Lisa is a single mother of two children, aged 6 and 8. She works

full-time as a nurse and struggles to balance her work and family

responsibilities. She often feels stressed, overwhelmed, and guilty for

not spending enough time with her children. What type of family

stressor is Lisa experiencing?

a) Normative stressor

b) Non-normative stressor