Assessments with Couples Flashcards
1
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Issues Unique to Assessments with Couples
A
- You are assessing two people!
2
Q
According to Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT-C), why are our emotions important in relationships?
A
- Most couples get together for emotional reasons and split up for emotional reasons
- It is important to pay attention to emotions to build lasting bonds
3
Q
What are the Three main relational dances in couples therapy?
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- Attack-Attack (“Find the Bad Guy”)
- Demand-Withdraw (One attacks, the other steps back)
- Avoid-Avoid (Exactly what it says)
4
Q
What Are primary emotions?
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- The deeper, more vulnerable emotions
- Sadness, hurt, fear, shame, etc
5
Q
What are Secondary Emotions?
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