Title: Chapter 16
Course: Exploring Psychology and Christian Faith Test Bank

Q: Summarize common attitudes toward psychotherapy. Why are Christians in particular somewhat suspicious of psychotherapy?

Q: According to Moes and Tellinghuisen, is professional psychotherapy the only valid form of helping? If yes, why? If no, what are some additional or alternative examples?

Q: What are some of the main criteria given by the authors about what constitutes “quality” therapy? Are these criteria always met by Christian or non-Christian therapists? Explain.

Q: Summarize what the authors say about the development of a “unique Christian therapy approach.”

Q: Outline at least three techniques and characteristics of a therapist or his or her approach that the authors believe are compatible with well-tested practices and are consistent with the scriptural themes concerning human nature.

Q: Which of the following statements about attitudes in the United States toward mental health treatment would be most accurate?
- They have become much less favorable over the past twenty years.
- The have become more favorable, but less than half report that they would “definitely go” for professional help.
- Of those individuals with a serious mental illness, about 95 percent will receive treatment.
- Religious individuals are much more likely to have positive attitudes toward mental health treatment.
A: The have become more favorable, but less than half report that they would “definitely go” for professional help.

Q: When it comes to the list of client goals for therapy developed by Cosgrove and Mallory as well as W. C. McAllister, what is most striking about these lists?
- That finding meaning or purpose is not included.
- There is no mention of physical or biological issues.
- They are devoid of any reference to biblical concepts.
- How much the focus is away from the self and toward others.
A: How much the focus is away from the self and toward others.

Q: The definition of psychotherapy provided in chapter 16 stresses all of the following except what? “Psychotherapy . . .
- is the informed and intentional application of clinical methods.”
- is derived from established psychological principles.”
- is designed to modify outward behaviors, cognitions, and emotions.”
- uses goals set solely by the therapist.”
A: uses goals set solely by the therapist.”

Q: According to Moes and Tellinghuisen, does talking to friends, family members, or church members help with mental illness?
- No, persons with mental illness generally are harmed more than helped by such interactions.
- No, while these interactions are not harmful, real help only comes from highly trained professionals.
- Yes, these interactions are in fact more beneficial than professional help, and they cost nothing.
- Yes, research regularly confirms that strong relationships and social support promote well-being and reduce symptoms.
A: Yes, research regularly confirms that strong relationships and social support promote well-being and reduce symptoms.

Q: The church ministry called Stephens Ministries is designed to provide what type of help?
- Very specific, biblically based advice from laypeople who are wise and experienced.
- Specialized therapy that is scientifically based and biblically sound.
- One-on-one care designed to build caring, safe, and confidential relationships.
- Group sessions with well-trained pastors.
A: One-on-one care designed to build caring, safe, and confidential relationships.

Q: According to Moes and Tellinghuisen, spiritual or pastoral counseling can provide what?
- Satisfaction of our meaning-seeking desire.
- Prayer—the only form of healing that really works.
- A greater understanding of how we can transcend our bodily existence.
- An increased awareness of our unlimited free will.
A: Satisfaction of our meaning-seeking desire.

Q: When it comes to psychotherapy, Katheryn Greene-McCreight (who has struggled with depression herself) suggests that . . .
- Non-Christian therapists are superior to Christian therapists.
- God can bring healing through a variety of means: an antidepressant drug or quality therapy (even if the therapist is not a Christian).
- Many forms of psychotherapy are alright for Christians, but medication should be avoided.
- Only Christian therapists can bring about healing.
A: God can bring healing through a variety of means: an antidepressant drug or quality therapy (even if the therapist is not a Christian).

Q: In his book The House of Cards, what does Robyn Dawes suggest about the current state of affairs among psychotherapists?
- Current research shows that psychotherapy really doesn’t work well.
- No current practitioners would ever give the impression that psychotherapy treatment is a matter of opinion or conjecture.
- The best way to pick a therapist is to find one who regularly reads scientific journals.
- “Willing” yourself toward improved mental health is far better than seeing a therapist.
A: The best way to pick a therapist is to find one who regularly reads scientific journals.

Q: Christian psychotherapist Alan Tjeltveit suggests that Christian therapists . . .
- should avoid joining professional psychological societies if they include non-Christians.
- have rarely tested the therapy techniques that they believe are consistent with the principles of Christian faith.
- are generally far more scientific than their “secular” counterparts.
- too often use secular techniques but don’t use any biblical concepts to guide therapy.
A: have rarely tested the therapy techniques that they believe are consistent with the principles of Christian faith.

Q: According to Moes and Tellinghuisen, when it comes to basic attributes that are unique to a Christian therapy, stressing responsibility and accountability . . .
- is completely incompatible with unconditional love.
- is the only attribute that is essential for Christian therapy.
- should go together with “unconditional positive regard.”
- is not a scientifically validated technique.
A: should go together with “unconditional positive regard.”

Q: According to Moes and Tellinghuisen, in addition to the process of setting goals, what is it that really distinguishes an approach that is consistent with biblical themes?
- The type of goals that are selected.
- That the client is happy with the goals.
- That prayer is part of the goal-setting process.
- A scientific analysis of which goals work best.
A: The type of goals that are selected.