Which of the following is a regressive client response to the termination of a therapeutic relationship?

Choice A rationale:
Introspection is the process of examining one's own thoughts, feelings, and emotions to gain self-awareness and understanding. During adolescence, introspection is a critical part of developing a sense of identity and self-concept.
Choice B rationale:
Extroversion refers to a personality trait characterized by sociability, assertiveness, and the tendency to seek external stimuli. While it may play a role in social interactions during adolescence, it does not specifically describe the process of examining one's emotions, values, and behaviors.
Choice C rationale:
Maturation is the process of growth and development over time. While maturation is essential during adolescence, it is a broader concept that encompasses various aspects of development, not just self-examination.
Choice D rationale:
Perception refers to the interpretation of sensory information to understand the world around us. It is not specific to examining one's emotions, values, and behaviors for self-definition.

Choice A rationale
Flight of ideas is a symptom often seen in conditions like bipolar disorder, particularly during manic episodes. It involves a rapid shift in thoughts and ideas, often with loose or no associations between them. The statement “her car is gray, and her dog died last week” could be an example of this, as the two ideas are unrelated.
Choice B rationale
Verbigeration refers to the constant repetition of certain words or phrases. This is not demonstrated in the client’s statement.
Choice C rationale
Loose associations involve a disorganized thinking pattern where the person jumps from one topic to another that is seemingly unrelated. While the client’s statement might seem to have loose associations, it is more indicative of flight of ideas.
Choice D rationale
Circumstantiality involves excessive, unnecessary detail that delays getting to the point. The client’s statement is not an example of this, as it is brief and does not contain unnecessary details.