Developmental theorists often assert that dysfunction of some sort during growth and development may result in psychopathological traits in adulthood.

According to Erikson’s Developmental Theory, which of the following maladaptive developmental conflicts increases the risk of obsessive-compulsive disorder in adulthood?

A. Trust versus mistrust

B. Autonomy versus shame and doubt

C. Initiative versus guilt

D. Industry versus inferiority

A 15-year-old male patient reveals that he does not feel comfortable in his body.

When considering a diagnosis of gender dysphoria the PMHNP recognizes that which of the following must be present to constitute this diagnosis?

A. A strong desire to be of a gender other than assigned at birth

B. Feelings associated with clinically significant distress

C. A need to be treated as the gender not assigned by birth

D. Plans for gender reassignment treatment

A 27-year-old female presents for therapy because she and her new husband are having difficulty adjusting to their new roles as spouses sharing a household who both work full time. There have been some struggles with regard to household tasks, communicating expectations, and other adjustments. After identifying the patient’s primary concerns the therapist determines that Interpersonal Therapy is the most appropriate approach to the patient. Therapeutic techniques are likely to include any of the following except:

A. Role playing

B. Communication analyses

C. Clarifying incidents

D. Examining motivation

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