Glossary C

Congruence model is a term used in Kahana’s model which is the notion that people need to find the environment in which they fit and that meets their needs the best.
Congruent validity refers to a method for establishing a test ’s validity by correlating the test scores with other measures of the same construct.
Conjoined twins refer to twins who are born physically joined together.

Conjoint family therapy refers to a form of family therapy in which one therapist meets with the entire family at the same time.

Conjoint therapy refers to a type of couples therapy in which one therapist sees both members of the couple at the same time.

Conjoint treatment refers to a treatment that occurs when the client is engaged in more than one mode of treatment. Common examples include individual counseling plus a support group, group counseling, or group Psychotherapy ; individual counseling plus family or couples counseling; and individual or group therapy plus specialized assistance such as stress management training or career counseling.

Conjugal love refers to an intimate form of love that involves friendly affection and deep attachment based on familiarity with the loved one. Conjugal love is also referred to as Companionate love.
Conjugal visits refers to a program that permits prisoners to have contact with their spouses or significant others in Order to maintain positive relationships.