Individual Practice SWES Practice Test

What is a common barrier to effective therapy for children?

1. Over-analysis of behavior

2. Inconsistent parental involvement

3. Preference for adult-like communication

4. Limited access to therapeutic activities

The correct answer is: Inconsistent parental involvement

Inconsistent parental involvement is a common barrier to effective therapy for children because the success of therapeutic interventions often hinges on the child's support system, primarily the family. When parents or guardians are not consistently involved, it can lead to a lack of reinforcement of therapeutic skills and insights outside the therapy sessions. This inconsistency can manifest in various ways, such as not attending sessions regularly, not following through with homework assignments given by therapists, or being ambivalent about the therapeutic process. The therapeutic environment requires a collaborative approach, and when parents are engaged and actively participating, it enhances the child's understanding and practice of the new skills they are learning. This familial support can significantly influence the child's progress and overall success in therapy. While the other options identify challenges that may arise in therapy, they do not directly undermine the core structure of therapeutic success as significantly as inconsistent parental involvement does.