FSI AAMFT Sample Exam Questions

FSI AAMFT Sample Exam Questions CBT family therapy techniques are least likely to be used with: - ANS - This type of therapy is the least likely treatment for schizophrenia. Drawing from John Bowlby's work, this model ...

FSI AAMFT Sample Exam Questions CBT family therapy techniques are least likely to be used with: - ANS - This type of therapy is the least likely treatment for schizophrenia. Drawing from John Bowlby's work, this model emphasizes the importance of healthy attachment at the infant stage of development. It also addresses the need for individuation and differentiation. - ANS - These are key constructs of the Object Relations model of Family Therapy. Note the distractor by the use of Bowlby's Attachment Theory and the Emotionally Focused Therapy which also draws upon the Bowlby's work as well as the Object Relations use of differentiation (separating from family of origin) which is different than the Bowenian use of the construct. Three types of constructivist models - ANS - Solution-focused (de Shazer & Berg), Narrative (White & Epston), Collaborative Language Systems (Anderson & Goolishian) Three types of experiential models - ANS - Symbolic-Experiential (Whitaker), Human Validation Process Model (Satir), & Emotionally-Focused Couples Therapy (Greenberg & Johnson) are all these types of models. Three types of transgenerationl models - ANS - Bowenian, Contextual (Nagy), & Object Relations/Psychodynamic (Framo & Sharff) are all these types of models. The therapist asks himself: "How can I bring about change with this couple?" This question would most likely be asked by a: - ANS - According to Strategic (Haley, Madanes) therapist, especially Haley, the therapist is responsible for therapy, goals, and process and controls sessions by encouraging members to interact with each other. The other models do not focus on therapist responsibility for change as much, or not as a sole responsibility. For example, the SolutionFocused model would construct a process for change along with the couple, but the therapist would not pose this question to him/her self. This exists between a distance and pursuer. As one moves closer or away, the other adjusts to maintain the ____________. (Definition) - ANS - Definition of fixed distance (Bowen) Which one of the following therapists would emphasize that difficulties are turned into chronic problems by the persistence of misguided attempted solutions, forming positive feedback escalation? - ANS - Watzlawick, Weakland, and Fisch A mother calls the therapist sounding very panicky, wanting an immediate appointment. At the first session, the mother states that her 12-year old son Sam has just been caught in the bathroom of a neighbor's home with a 6-year old boy. The 6-year old says that Sam was playing with his "bum" and kissing his penis. When confronted by his mother, Sam admitted to having "played" with the boy on 4 previous occasions. The neighbor boy's parents have banned Sam from their home and informed other parents and the school about his "perversion". Sam's mother called a psychiatrist prior to calling you who she says stated, "You can put him into therapy and give him drugs, but it's probably already too late." You begin seeing Sam and his family. From a Milan Systemic approach you would: - ANS - Inquiring about the family processes infers neutrality, hypothesizing and circularity, all of which are hallmarks of Milan Systemic therapy (Palazzoli, Boscolo, Cecchin). Realigning the hierarchy is Strategic (Haley, Madanes). Invisible loyalties come from Nagy's model, and interest in affect would be most closely connected to Experiential therapists. The Family Preservation Model seen in many federally-funded programs grew out of: - ANS - This model grew out of the MRI model, often required for federally-funded programs Questions are a fundamental tool used by all therapists. When a Solution Focused therapist, working with a client presenting with issues around overeating, asks "What would you not want to change regarding the way you eat?", they are beginning to negotiate the: - ANS - In this example, the therapist is laying the ground work for exceptions to the problem using the formular first-session task. In this model, frequency, duration, and termination of sessions are determined and negotiated on a session-by-session basis with input from all members of the family and therapy team. - ANS - How collaborative therapy (Anderson & Goolishian) determines frequency, duration, and termination of sessions A technique in which choice of language and labeling of events is used to give new meaning to a situation. (Definition) Ex: "You really care about your wife and don't want to lose the relationship you have." - ANS - Definition & example of Reframing (Strategic/Haley, Madanes) This philosopher exposed how various discourses within a society are dehumanized, objectified, and marginalized by various social groups who are in power over the other groups - ANS - Foucault (Constructivist) exposed this concept about societal discourse. The most traditional family therapy perspective of problematic behavior - ANS - These are most traditionally seen as symptom of a dysfunctional system. An imminent threat of danger is a(n) _______ whereas struggles to manage a problem is a(n) ______. - ANS - Difference between an emergency and a crisis. The most effective treatment for PTSD - ANS - EMDR is the most effective treatment for this disorder Bracket suggests a _____ in Structural Mapping. Ex: wife and mother } husband - ANS - Structural (Minuchin) map symbol for coalition. Drawing boundaries on a structural map Solid lines = ____ boundaries Dash lines = ____ boundaries Dotted lines= ____ boundaries - ANS - How to draw rigid, clear, and diffuse boundaries on a structural (Minuchin) map. Give due consideration to each individual's interests in the various relational dimensions. (Definition) - ANS - Definition of multidirectional partiality (Contextual/Nagy) Allows the therapist to use his own judgment in disclosing identifying information if it is either a normal or necessary part of 'treatment, payment or health care operations'. (Definition) - ANS - Definition of the Permitted Uses and Disclosures clause of the Privacy Rule When initially working with anorexics and their families, a Structural/Minuchin therapist would: - ANS - "I understand why you want to stay with him" to someone whose spouse has had multiple affairs - ANS - "Sample quote" for restraining change through therapeutic paradox (Strategic/Haley, Madanes) Which research group found that abuse co-exists with understanding and friendship in a unique and painful way? - ANS - The Ackerman Institute found this in the underlying relationship structures A type of sexual dysfunction in which a person cannot achieve orgasm despite adequate stimulation. (Definition) - ANS - Definition of Anorgasmia The DSM-5 has a new approach to the axial assessment system of the DSM-IV TR including these two changes - ANS - The DSM-5 has collapsed the first 3 Axes from the DSM-IV TR into a single category and now requires separate notations for significant psycho-social and contextual factors as well as disability. According to some outcome studies which of the following approaches have been particularly useful in dealing with substance abuse in families, especially for engaging young substance abusers? - ANS - Psychoeducation has proven to be the most effective because it is nonconfrontational. Short term treatment designed to help the client to achieve new adaptations to changed life circumstances (Definition) - ANS - Definition of crisis management Verbal instructions by a behavioral therapist (Definition) - ANS - Definition of coaching In the ____ model, the THERAPIST is responsible for change. In the ____ model, the CLIENT(s) are responsible for change. - ANS - Who is responsible for change in Strategic (Haley, Madanes) and Milan Systemic (Palazzoli, Boscolo, Cecchin) The MRI (Watzlawick, Beavin, & Jackson) model does not focus on the _____ aspect of a problem. - ANS - The functional/metaphoric nature of the problem is not a focus of this model