Overcoming the problems for goal setting that are a result of the shadow side requires ____.
A. good training for the helpers
B. post-decision depression
C. highly intelligent clients
D. a solid theoretical model for understanding the underlying reasons for problems
Q. 2Feedback can be used to help clients develop self-efficacy if it is ____.
A. based on deficiencies in the clients personality
B. based on deficiencies in the clients performance
C. not based on deficiencies but focused only on the clients strengths
D. not corrective but focused on general effort
Q. 3____ refers to beliefs in ones capabilities to organize and execute the courses of action required to manage prospective situations. These beliefs influence how people think, feel, motivate themselves, and act.
A. Corrective feedback
B. Personal self-esteem
C. Self prognosis
D. Perceived self-efficacy
Q. 4Which of the following is not a way to help clients with their commitment to goals?
A. Help clients own their goals
B. Help client search for incentives
C. Help clients identify specific disadvantages or drawbacks
D. Help clients deal with competing agendas
Q. 5Mara is unhappy in her career. A decision to work on improving small things within her job rather than changing careers is an example of ____ change.
A. primary
B. first-order
C. second-order
D. tertiary
Q. 6Coping can be an important goal. What are the three suggestions by Folkman and Moskowitz (2000) for dealing with chronic stress?
A. Positive reappraisal, problem-focused coping, and infusing ordinary events with positive meaning
B. Positive reappraisal, solution-focused interventions, and infusing ordinary events with positive meaning
C. Realistic appraisal, repressive focusing, and dissociative strategies
D. Realistic appraisal, problem-focused coping, and dissociative strategies
Q. 7What is true regarding setting goals as well as a realistic time frame?
A. There is no set time frame for every client.
B. Setting mini goals can be helpful early in counseling.
C. Putting a time frame on a goal can add value.
D. All of these are true.
Q. 8Setting goals that have some flexibility ____.
A. typically undermines tenacity
B. is not recommended because it reduces specificity
C. can be important for taking advantage of emerging opportunities
D. typically leads to less commitment