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I wouldn't worry about...
Everything will be all right.
You're coming along fine. |
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That's good.
I'm glad that you... |
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Let's not discuss...
I don't want to hear about... |
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That's bad.
I'd rather you wouldn't... |
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That's wrong.
I definitely disagree with...
I don't believe that. |
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I think that you should...
Why don't you...?
If I was you... |
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Now tell me about...
Tell me your life history. |
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But how can you be President of the United States?
If you're dead, why is your heart beating? |
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This hospital has a fine reputation.
No one here would lie to you.
But Dr. B. is a very able psychiatrist. |
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Why do you think that?
Why do you feel this way?
Why did you do that? |
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| Belittling Feelings Expressed |
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Patient: I have nothing to live for...
I wish I was dead.
Nurse: Everybody gets down in the dumps; or, I've felt that way sometimes. |
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| Make Stereotyped Comments |
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Nice weather we're having.
I'm fine, and how are you?
It's for your own good.
Keep your chin up.
Just listen to your doctor and take part in activities--you'll be home in no time. |
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What you really mean is....
Unconsciously you're saying .... |
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Patient: I'd like to die.
Nurse: Did you have visitors this weekend? |
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Are you feeling better today?
Are my questions bothering you?
Do you have time to talk? |
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