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Canadian Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing Examination - Free Test Sample Questions

How is "interpersonal deficit" defined in the Interpersonal Psychotherapy theory?





Correct Answer:
an inability to initiate or sustain close relationships


interpersonal deficit is a term used in the interpersonal psychotherapy theory to describe one of the four main types of problems it deals with. the term refers to an individual's difficulty or inability to initiate or sustain close relationships, often leading to social isolation. this problem is often seen in people suffering from depression who tend to become self-focused and lose sight of their environment, leading to a reduction in their social interactions.

interpersonal psychotherapy theory is a short-term, attachment-focused psychotherapy that centers on resolving interpersonal problems and symptomatic recovery. the theory categorizes the problems into four main types: grief, role disputes, role transition, and interpersonal deficits.

grief refers to complicated bereavement following the death or loss of a loved one. role disputes occur when an individual's expectation of a relationship conflicts with the other person's expectations. role transition refers to problematic changes in life status or social or vocational role. lastly, interpersonal deficit, as previously mentioned, is the difficulty or inability to initiate or sustain close relationships.

it's important to note that these categories are not mutually exclusive and often overlap in a person's life. the therapist usually helps the patient identify which area is causing the most distress and then focuses the therapy on that area.

in the case of interpersonal deficit, the therapy would focus on helping the individual recognize and change their patterns of isolation, improve their social skills, and build and maintain healthier relationships. by addressing these issues, the therapy aims to reduce the individual's symptoms of depression and improve their overall quality of life.