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Transference is a redirection of a client's feelings from a particular person to the therapist. Transference can be seen in forms such as hatred or putting the therapist in a god-like category. When Freud first encountered transference, he thought it was an obstacle to the treatment of the client. Instead he learned was that the transference was the work that needed to be done. An example would be if a client experienced a traumatic event in their childhood with a male figure. The client would…

Being a counselor is something that I have always imagined myself becoming, more specifically a psychologist. The first step is to obtain an undergraduate degree in a related field. Next, you are required to complete an Education Specialist (Ed.S) or a master’s degree program. Following the completion of the Post-graduate degree, varying state by state, an exam for certification is required to obtain licensure. Once I have begun practicing, the need for a doctoral degree will be determined. I…

study was conducted to measure the effects of individual self-management education on clinical, biological, and adherence outcomes in asthma, using a prospective, randomized controlled trial of 65 adults with mild-to-moderate asthma, they examined whether an educational self-management intervention would improve adherence to inhaled corticosteroid therapy, decrease markers of airway inflammation, and improve clinical control [34]. Peak flow, symptoms, and adherence were monitored for 7 weeks.…

Kanel (2012) defines several ideas that delineate how one may handle a crisis. He also conveys criticalness of when the patient is treated, and a model that elucidates possible strategies a counselor may impart to reduce stress and enable a client to function at a higher level. Specifically, he explains the importance of understanding the cognitive key, timing of intervention, and a basic model of anxiety’s functions for individuals, whether or not they are in crisis. The cognitive key is an…

The Effectiveness of Deep Breathing Exercises on Pulmonary Function One of the first frameworks nursing students learn in school is the importance of assessing the patient’s airway, breathing, and circulation (ABCs). These three concepts are critical for survival, and alteration of any of these can result in death. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) involves two conditions: emphysema and chronic bronchitis. Emphysema is characterized by the loss of lung elasticity and destruction of…

and low C3 or C4 serum levels; exclusion criteria were severe lupus nephritis (proteinuria > 6 g/24 h or creatinine > 2 mg/dl), severe active neuropsychiatric lupus, potentially life-threatening SLE manifestations and ongoing or planned pregnancy. Clinical scores (i.e. SLEDAI-2K score, SELENA-SLEDAI Flare Index, SLICC/SDI score), daily prednisone intake, and laboratory parameters (i.e. white blood cells, anti-dsDNA antibody, C3 and C4 levels) were collected at baseline and at…

QP engaged Maunica in participating in CBT activity geared towards stress management. QP explained to Maunica that the activity will help enhance her coping skills of stress, identify ways to reduce stress, and techniques to improve stress management. QP explained to Maunica what stress is and provided an example. QP explained to Maunica how to react to stress. QP asked Maunica to explain, how she handles stress. QP asked Maunica to list some things that cause stress for her. QP explored with…

If the placebo doesn’t harm the subjects this clinical trial will help benefit future patients especially in poor countries. Also this trial does not withhold any treatment that subjects would otherwise receive so therefore a placebo should be used in a clinical trial. While the short-course drug program may be inferior to the treatment in rich countries it can still be better than the placebo especially…

The initial interview is an important and critical interview and helps to build the bond and tone of the relationship between the client and the counsellor Things the client needs to do are: *The counsellor needs to empathise with how the client is feeling and the position that they are in *The counsellor needs to be able to talk to the client to gather the information they need relating to the problem that has brought the client to the counselling session *The counsellor needs to become a…

almost bankrupt, having nose problem because of snorting cocaine, and headaches. The client reports cocaine is not her friend, but her enemy. Mary said she needs help to get free of her enemy, and she is asking for help. Applying Counseling Theories It is important for counseling professional to apply counseling theories as they work with their clients. The counseling theories give the professionals a foundation to operate from to help the client. Knowing different counseling theories helps…