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according to Bowen, do we have more or less autonomy in our emotional lives than we
assume? why? Correct Ans-we have less autonomy because most of us are more dependent
and reactive to one another than we like to think
what 6 interlocking concepts did Bowen say shapes the interplay of indivduality and
togetherness? Correct Ans-1. differentiation of self
2. triangles
3. nuclear family emtional process
4. family projection process
5. multigenerational transmission process
6. sibling position
what two additional interlocking concepts did Bowen add in the 1970s? Correct Ans-1.
emotional cutoff
2. societal emotional process
what 3 of Bowen's original 6 concepts all refer to how family problems are passed down thru
the generations? what do we call this now? Correct Ans-1. nuclear family emotional process
2. family projection process
3. multigenerational transmission process
They all combine to one concept: multigenerational emotional process
what is the cornerstone of Bowen's theory? Correct Ans-differentiation of self
,define differentiation of self Correct Ans-the capacity to think and reflect, to not respond
automatically to emotional pressures, internal or external. It's the ability to be flexible and act
wisely, even in the face of anxiety.
describe the differentiated person. Correct Ans-able to take stands on issues; able to balance
thinking and feeling; capable of strong emotion and spontaneity but also possessing the self-
restraint that comes with the ability to resist the pull of emotional impulses.
describe an undifferentiated person. Correct Ans-easily moved to emotionality; their life is
driven by reactivity to those around them; react impetuously with submissiveness or defiance
toward other people; find it difficult to maintain their own autonomy; agree with what u say or
argue everything.
how do undifferentiated people react around anxious issues? Correct Ans-asked what they
think, they say what they feel; asked what they believe, they echo what they've heard. They
either agree with whatever you say, or argue with everything.
how do differentiated people react? Correct Ans-able to take stands on issues because
they're able to think things through, decide what they believe, and then act on those beliefs
what is the major influence on the activity of triangles? Correct Ans-anxiety
how does anxiety influence triangles? Correct Ans-as anxiety increases, people experience a
greater need for emotional closeness- or, in reaction to pressures from others, a greater need
for distance. The more people are driven by anxiety, the less tolerant they are of one another
and the more polarized by differences.
According to Bowen, when two people have problems they are unable to resolve and they get
to the ponit where it's hard to talk about certain things what happens? Correct Ans-one or
both partners will turn to someone else for sympathy or the conflict will draw in a third person
to try to help. Thus, a triangle is formed.
,Who is the founder of Bowenian therapy? Correct Ans-Murray Bowen & James Framo
(follower, although some argue he is more object-relations, he feels he is transgenerational)
Which theory focuses on ledgers and balances? Correct Ans-Contextual therapy
Who created the rubber fence theory? Correct Ans-Wynn
Who created the term garage mechanic? Correct Ans-Carl Whitaker
What is the emphasis in Bowenian therapy? Correct Ans-Differentiation of self
What is Bowen's differentiation of self defined? Correct Ans-refers to the autonomy of
function which results in being less reactive to family systems dynamics and other members
emotional states; the extent to which they have learned to manage emotionality.
what is the core problem in Bowenian theory? Correct Ans-triangles and emotional
reactivity
what are Bowenian's key techniques? Correct Ans-genogram and process questions
who are the founders of experiential therapy? Correct Ans-Virginia Satir & Carl Whitaker
What is the emphasis in experiential therapy? Correct Ans-authenticity and self-actualization
what is the core problem in experiential therapy? Correct Ans-emotional suppression and
mystification
, what are key techniques used in experiential therapy? Correct Ans-confrontation and
structured exercises
who are the founders of solution-focused therapy? Correct Ans-Steve de Shazer and Insoo
Kim Berg
What is the emphasis in solution-focused therapy? Correct Ans-language creates reality
What is the core problem in solution-focused therapy? Correct Ans-problem talk
what are key techniques used in solution-focused therapy? Correct Ans-focusing on solutions
and identifying exceptions
who are the founders of strategic therapy? Correct Ans-Don Jackson and Jay Haley
What is the emphasis in strategic therapy? Correct Ans-homeostasis and feedback loops
what is the core problem in strategic therapy? Correct Ans-more-of-the-same solutions
what are key techniques used in strategic therapy? Correct Ans-reframing directives
who are the founders of psychodynamic therapy? Correct Ans-Nathan Ackerman, Henry
Dicks, and Ivan Boszormenyi-Nagy
What is the emphasis in psychodynamic therapy? Correct Ans-drives
self objects
internal objects
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