Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Psychology

Chapter

Therapeutic Approaches

Question:

Which of the following is an example of a non-specific factor attributable to the client?

Options:

absence of unresolved emotional conflicts.

the expectation of improvement due to treatment

good mental health.

positive nature

Correct Answer:

the expectation of improvement due to treatment

Explanation:

Non-Specific Factors: There are several non-specific factors associated with psychotherapy that are common across different therapeutic approaches, clients/patients, and therapists. Patient variables include motivation for change and the expectation of improvement due to treatment.

Therapist variables encompass qualities like a positive nature, absence of unresolved emotional conflicts, and good mental health.