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There are many therapies that intervene to treat discomfort associated with a poorly formed function. One in particular is centered on the concept that some maladaptive functioning is in play and for the most part is unconscious. This develops early in life and eventually causes disruption later on. What kind of depth psychology is being described?
  1. Pragmatic support therapy
  2. Psychoanalysis therapy
  3. Transference therapy
  4. Psychodynamic psychotherapy
Explanation
Answer - D - The primary focus of psychodynamic psychotherapy is to reveal the unconscious content of a client’s psyche in an effort to alleviate tension. The therapy tends to be brief and less intensive than psychoanalysis. It relies on the interpersonal relationship between client and therapist.
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