National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination (NCMHCE) Practice Exam

What does Stress Inoculation Training primarily teach?

1. Coping skills to manage stress and anxiety

2. Social skills for group therapy

3. Creative expression techniques

4. Time management skills

The correct answer is: Coping skills to manage stress and anxiety

Stress Inoculation Training (SIT) is a cognitive-behavioral therapeutic approach specifically designed to help individuals develop coping skills to manage stress and anxiety effectively. It involves three major phases: conceptualization (where clients learn about the nature of stress and the importance of coping strategies), skills acquisition (where clients are taught various coping techniques such as relaxation, cognitive restructuring, and problem-solving), and application (where clients practice these skills in real-life situations). By focusing on managing stress through specific techniques, SIT equips individuals with the necessary tools to respond to stressful situations in a more adaptive manner, reducing the overall impact of stress and anxiety on their mental health. This potent skill set contributes significantly to increased resilience, self-efficacy, and overall psychological well-being.