The case of Mike: Synthesis of responses

Ve conclude this case conference by describing the similarities and differe nces between the respondents' comments. Regarding similarities, we highligh t the focus on the contextual approaches to assessment and treatment of the referral concerns, the limited reliance on psychodiagnostic information fo r treatment development, the minimal attention paid to Mike's potential his tory of sexual abuse, and the scientist-practitioner nature of the recommen dations. Differences noted are more limited and include the attention paid to the use of standardized assessment approaches, and the importance of soc ial anxiety as a response Pattern of concern.