Asked by Erika Johnson on Jun 26, 2024

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A client smiles as she describes how angry she is with her supervisor. The helper responds, "You're smiling as you're telling me about your anger." The helper's response is an example of a(n) :

A) information giving.
B) self-disclosure.
C) interpretation.
D) confrontation.

Confrontation

A direct engagement or encounter between differing parties, often implying a challenging or aggressive interaction.

Information Giving

The process of providing relevant data or facts to help individuals understand a topic or situation better.

Smiling

A facial expression formed by flexing the muscles at the sides of the mouth, often signaling happiness, approval, or social connection.

  • Discern and comprehend the range of reactions encountered during confrontational situations in assistive relationships.
  • Identify the necessary conditions for the effective application of influencing responses in counseling.
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Nicole GlymphJun 28, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The helper's response is an example of confrontation. In this context, confrontation is used by the helper to point out the discrepancy between the client's verbal message (expressing anger) and non-verbal behavior (smiling), helping the client to explore this inconsistency further.