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    Skills & Process

    A brief description of a universal therapeutic skill and an orientation-specific skill based on a therapeutic model that interests you. Describe at least one stage in the therapeutic process in which you would apply each skill and explain why. Be specific.

    How can one use reinforcement and punishment effectively with her daughter?

    Lauren said: "I can admit that I rarely use omission with my own child. However, in the classroom setting I'm a firm believer of it. I think that it depends on the child or children that you are dealing with. Omission doesn't seem to phase my daughter. She can go without a certain thing. She'll just find something else to replac

    Description of Instrumental Conditioning

    Instrumental or operant conditioning is an associative form of learning where pairing of a response with an outcome changes the future strength of the response. Instrumental conditioning seems to depend either on an association between stimulus and response (e.g., stimulus is lever and response is lever pressing), or between a r

    Euthanasia

    I need to help in responding to this individual's topic on euthanasia. Basically from the same point of view(Christian) (agreeing and adding why or possibly a point not thought of). I have gotten one opinion and am looking for another. Thoughts on Euthanasia Assisted suicide is one form of euthanasia, the practice of as

    Religious Discussion of Euthanasia

    I need to help in responding to this individual's topic on euthanasia. Basically from the same point of view (Christian) (agreeing and adding why and perhaps a point not thought of): I have done something that most parents don't do. I have thought about what it might be like to sit at my son's deathbed. While this is a very u

    Correlate gambling with Skinner's Views.

    Without a consistent reward, behavior usually ceases. Given the fact that most slot machine players almost never win, why do they still continue to play? Is your answer consistent with a Skinner's views? Why or why not?

    Operant conditioning

    What is operant conditioning? How do reinforcement, punishment, and extinction apply to operant conditioning?

    Sampling and Norms Research Methodology

    Research Variables: -Sampling -Norms -Compare and contrast sampling and norms using multicultural and traditional research methodology -Address the fundamental problems encountered encountered by researchers during the implementation of these variables cross-culturally

    Treatment planning for marriage and family therapy

    -Define both the model-directed approach and the client-directed approach to therapy. Compare and contrast these two approaches. (apa resources needed) -discuss the collaborative treatment planning approach and what you see as the benefits and obstacles to this approach to treatment planning.

    Classical Conditioning: Labeling Stimuli and Responses

    Bernadine/classmate brings up a fear of Dentists. Many people do have a reaction to and fear of Dentists. My cousin began fearing going to see the Dentist when she had her first cavity at 11 years old. Prior to that, she did not mind going at all. Please explain how she might have begun to fear the dentist labeling the (unco

    conditioned stimulus for prolonged exposure

    Flooding is prolonged exposure to the stimulus that caused the fear/trauma. Using flooding, a person learns that there is nothing dangerous about what they fear. Please provide an example of how flooding can be used with someone who has a fear of clowns.

    Counterconditioning and Desensitization

    Mental health professionals can use a number of tools to support a client in overcoming fear. Counterconditioning and desensitization are powerful ways to change behavior. What are counterconditioning and desensitization?

    Maturation and Learning

    The ability to perform certain tasks appears to change over time. How can we determine if these changes are the result of maturation or learning? Does either maturation or learning take precedence over the other? Explain your answer.

    Differing spiritual views are explicated.

    Identify ways in which spiritual or religious beliefs could have a negative impact within the counseling setting, particularly with those who have different personal values, life practices, or spiritual or religious beliefs than yours.

    Risky behaviors are explored.

    Grace said: "I learned how to take care of my health and take it at a more serious level. I learned that I was diabetic in October 2010. I knew this day was coming because I continued to abuse my body. I was not exercising as often as I should have and I was eating unhealthy. I knew that diabetes is hereditary and should have ta