Q.1 Which of the following is a primary focus of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)?
Exploring childhood memories
Changing maladaptive thought patterns
Analyzing unconscious conflicts
Improving artistic expression
Explanation - CBT focuses on identifying and changing distorted or unhelpful thinking patterns to influence emotions and behavior positively.
Correct answer is: Changing maladaptive thought patterns
Q.2 Which therapy is most associated with Carl Rogers?
Gestalt Therapy
Person-Centered Therapy
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy
Psychoanalysis
Explanation - Carl Rogers developed Person-Centered Therapy, emphasizing empathy, unconditional positive regard, and the client's self-actualization.
Correct answer is: Person-Centered Therapy
Q.3 Which approach emphasizes gaining awareness of the present moment and personal responsibility?
Gestalt Therapy
Behavior Therapy
Existential Therapy
Psychoanalytic Therapy
Explanation - Gestalt Therapy focuses on present awareness, personal responsibility, and integrating thoughts, feelings, and actions.
Correct answer is: Gestalt Therapy
Q.4 Which therapy uses role-playing and the empty chair technique?
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Gestalt Therapy
Person-Centered Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Explanation - Role-playing and the empty chair technique are hallmark interventions in Gestalt Therapy to explore emotions and conflicts.
Correct answer is: Gestalt Therapy
Q.5 Which therapeutic approach emphasizes irrational beliefs and disputing them?
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)
Psychoanalysis
Humanistic Therapy
Mindfulness Therapy
Explanation - REBT, developed by Albert Ellis, helps clients identify irrational beliefs and replace them with rational alternatives.
Correct answer is: Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)
Q.6 Which therapy primarily focuses on reinforcing desired behaviors through rewards?
Behavior Therapy
Existential Therapy
Psychoanalytic Therapy
Person-Centered Therapy
Explanation - Behavior Therapy uses reinforcement and conditioning techniques to increase desired behaviors and reduce maladaptive ones.
Correct answer is: Behavior Therapy
Q.7 Which therapy is best suited for treating phobias and anxiety disorders through systematic exposure?
Cognitive Therapy
Exposure Therapy
Gestalt Therapy
Humanistic Therapy
Explanation - Exposure Therapy gradually exposes clients to feared stimuli to reduce anxiety responses over time.
Correct answer is: Exposure Therapy
Q.8 Which therapy emphasizes self-exploration and finding personal meaning in life?
Existential Therapy
Cognitive Therapy
Behavior Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Explanation - Existential Therapy helps clients explore issues like freedom, responsibility, and the search for meaning.
Correct answer is: Existential Therapy
Q.9 Which therapy uses brief interventions focused on solutions rather than problems?
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Gestalt Therapy
Psychoanalysis
Cognitive Therapy
Explanation - Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes finding practical solutions and leveraging client strengths rather than analyzing problems.
Correct answer is: Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Q.10 Which approach is least focused on exploring unconscious processes?
Psychoanalysis
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Psychodynamic Therapy
Analytical Psychology
Explanation - CBT focuses on conscious thoughts and behaviors rather than delving into the unconscious mind.
Correct answer is: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Q.11 Which therapy emphasizes unconditional positive regard as a core principle?
Person-Centered Therapy
Gestalt Therapy
Behavior Therapy
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy
Explanation - Unconditional positive regard, empathy, and congruence are central to Carl Rogers' Person-Centered Therapy.
Correct answer is: Person-Centered Therapy
Q.12 Which therapy is most commonly associated with dream analysis?
Psychoanalytic Therapy
Gestalt Therapy
Behavior Therapy
Existential Therapy
Explanation - Sigmund Freud’s Psychoanalytic Therapy uses dream analysis to explore unconscious desires and conflicts.
Correct answer is: Psychoanalytic Therapy
Q.13 Which therapy focuses on changing thoughts to influence feelings and behavior?
Cognitive Therapy
Gestalt Therapy
Humanistic Therapy
Psychoanalytic Therapy
Explanation - Cognitive Therapy, pioneered by Aaron Beck, aims to restructure maladaptive thinking patterns to improve emotional well-being.
Correct answer is: Cognitive Therapy
Q.14 Which therapy approach emphasizes holistic integration of thoughts, emotions, and actions?
Gestalt Therapy
Behavior Therapy
CBT
Psychoanalysis
Explanation - Gestalt Therapy encourages awareness and integration of all aspects of the self to achieve personal growth.
Correct answer is: Gestalt Therapy
Q.15 Which therapy is characterized by short-term, structured, and goal-oriented sessions?
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Psychoanalysis
Gestalt Therapy
Person-Centered Therapy
Explanation - This therapy is designed to be brief and practical, focusing on solutions rather than in-depth problem analysis.
Correct answer is: Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Q.16 Which approach emphasizes self-actualization and personal growth?
Humanistic Therapy
Behavior Therapy
CBT
Psychoanalytic Therapy
Explanation - Humanistic Therapy, including Person-Centered Therapy, prioritizes personal growth, potential, and self-fulfillment.
Correct answer is: Humanistic Therapy
Q.17 Which therapy focuses on learning through observing and modeling others?
Social Learning Therapy
Cognitive Therapy
Gestalt Therapy
Existential Therapy
Explanation - Social Learning Therapy, based on Bandura's principles, emphasizes observational learning and modeling behaviors.
Correct answer is: Social Learning Therapy
Q.18 Which therapy technique involves clients identifying automatic thoughts and challenging them?
Cognitive Restructuring
Role-Playing
Dream Analysis
Free Association
Explanation - Cognitive restructuring is a CBT technique where clients identify and challenge distorted automatic thoughts.
Correct answer is: Cognitive Restructuring
Q.19 Which therapy primarily addresses behaviors rather than underlying feelings?
Behavior Therapy
Person-Centered Therapy
Psychoanalysis
Existential Therapy
Explanation - Behavior Therapy targets observable behaviors and uses conditioning techniques rather than exploring emotions deeply.
Correct answer is: Behavior Therapy
Q.20 Which therapy is most useful for clients seeking structured, time-limited interventions?
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Gestalt Therapy
Existential Therapy
Psychoanalysis
Explanation - It provides structured, goal-oriented, and brief sessions, making it efficient for clients needing practical solutions.
Correct answer is: Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Q.21 Which approach integrates both behavioral and cognitive techniques?
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Gestalt Therapy
Person-Centered Therapy
Psychoanalytic Therapy
Explanation - CBT combines cognitive restructuring with behavioral interventions to address thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Correct answer is: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Q.22 Which therapy emphasizes personal responsibility and freedom of choice?
Existential Therapy
Behavior Therapy
Psychoanalysis
Cognitive Therapy
Explanation - Existential Therapy encourages clients to take responsibility for their choices and find meaning in life.
Correct answer is: Existential Therapy
Q.23 Which therapy technique encourages acting 'as if' to explore alternative behaviors?
Role-Playing in Gestalt Therapy
Dream Analysis
Cognitive Restructuring
Free Association
Explanation - Role-playing allows clients to experiment with behaviors, gain insight, and resolve unfinished business.
Correct answer is: Role-Playing in Gestalt Therapy
Q.24 Which therapy focuses on the client-therapist relationship as the main change agent?
Person-Centered Therapy
Behavior Therapy
Gestalt Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Explanation - Person-Centered Therapy relies on empathy, congruence, and unconditional positive regard in the therapeutic relationship.
Correct answer is: Person-Centered Therapy