Theories for Direct Social Work Practice

Joseph Walsh

Chapter 4 Ego Psychology - all with Video Answers

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Chapter Questions

Problem 1

Ego psychology considers that the quality of one's present functioning is in part the result of his or her mastery of prior developmental stages. Discuss from the perspective of Erikson's psychosocial theory how the manner in which one has coped with a critical life stage in the past might affect present behavior without one being aware of that influence.

Prashant Bana

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Problem 2

One major contribution of ego psychology to analytic thought is the concept of the drive to mastery and competence. Discuss what is implied by this drive, and whether you agree that it exists.

Dennis Howard

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00:28

Problem 3

Consider each of the defense mechanisms (or a subset of them) and describe through examples how they can be utilized either as effective or ineffective coping strategies.

Deborah Taylor

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Problem 4

Briefly describe two types of clients: one for whom person-situation reflection might be a sufficient intervention, and another for whom developmental reflection might be needed in order to resolve the problem. What are the differences in these types of clients?

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Problem 5

The intervention strategy of advice and guidance (direct influence) appears to run counter to ego psychology's emphasis on reflective techniques. Discuss examples of clinical situations in which this strategy might be appropriate.

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