Basics Flashcards
What is the main concept of transactional analysis?
The main concept of transactional analysis is that individuals have three ego-states: Parent, Adult, and Child.
True or False: Transactional analysis focuses on understanding how individuals communicate and interact with each other.
True
Fill in the blank: Transactional analysis was developed by psychiatrist ________.
Eric Berne
What is the purpose of transactional analysis?
The purpose of transactional analysis is to help individuals identify and change dysfunctional patterns of communication and behavior.
What are the three ego states in transactional analysis?
The three ego states in transactional analysis are Parent, Adult, and Child.
What is the Parent ego state in transactional analysis?
The Parent ego state represents thoughts, feelings, and behaviors copied from parents or other authority figures.
What is the Adult ego state in transactional analysis?
The Adult ego state involves processing information objectively and rationally.
What is the Child ego state in transactional analysis?
The Child ego state includes emotions, intuition, and behaviors learned in childhood.
True or False: Transactional analysis can be used in various fields such as psychotherapy, counseling, education, and organizational development.
True
What is the goal of the Parent ego state in transactional analysis?
The goal of the Parent ego state is to provide structure, values, and guidance.
What is the goal of the Adult ego state in transactional analysis?
The goal of the Adult ego state is to analyze, process information, and make decisions based on reality.
What is the goal of the Child ego state in transactional analysis?
The goal of the Child ego state is to express emotions, creativity, and spontaneity.
What is the concept of transactions in transactional analysis?
Transactions refer to the communication exchanges between ego states in individuals.
What are the types of transactions in transactional analysis?
The types of transactions in transactional analysis are complementary, crossed, and ulterior.
True or False: In transactional analysis, transactions can be either verbal or nonverbal.
True
What is the concept of games in transactional analysis?
Games in transactional analysis refer to repetitive patterns of interactions that have a predictable outcome.
What are the characteristics of a game in transactional analysis?
The characteristics of a game in transactional analysis include a hidden agenda, ulterior transactions, and a payoff.
True or False: The goal of transactional analysis is to help individuals become aware of their ego states and improve communication.
True
What is the concept of scripts in transactional analysis?
Scripts in transactional analysis are life plans developed in childhood that influence behavior and decisions.
What is the goal of transactional analysis therapy?
The goal of transactional analysis therapy is to help individuals change negative scripts, improve relationships, and achieve personal growth.
What are some common techniques used in transactional analysis therapy?
Some common techniques used in transactional analysis therapy include contracting, role-playing, and analysis of transactions.
True or False: Transactional analysis therapy is suitable for individuals, couples, families, and groups.
True
What is the role of the therapist in transactional analysis therapy?
The role of the therapist in transactional analysis therapy is to facilitate awareness, insight, and change in clients.
What is the concept of strokes in transactional analysis?
Strokes in transactional analysis are units of recognition, attention, and communication received from others.
