Final Prac. 3 Exam
"You've done a good job of describing situations where you feel anxious being in crowds. Can you describe a situation when you aren't feeling anxious in crowds?" This is an example of: a. seeking exceptions b. scaling the problem c. seeking concreteness d. strengths-based assessment
A
A client states, "This past month my daughter has just been unbearable." The social worker responds, "Unbearable?" The social worker's response is an example of: a. accent b. prompt c. summary d. probing
A
A father of a teenaged boy who has been truant says to the social worker "I am sick and tired of this. This boy is going to have to grow up and learn that the world does not owe him any thing. Nothing is going to be given to him." The social worker responds by saying: "You sound disappointed and frustrated as if your son has not learned some important life lessons." The social worker's response would be an example of: a. Checking out perceptions b. Clarifying unfamiliar terms c. Eliciting specific feelings d. Exploring the basis of conclusions
A
All of the following are strategies for consolidating gains and planning maintenance strategies EXCEPT: a. summarizing gains and reassuring clients that they will not need additional help in the future b. reviewing client's problems and analyzing the steps they followed in resolving them c. asking clients to identify difficulties they expect to encounter in seeking to maintain changes d. employing booster interviews
A
Conducting individual interviews with potential members before convening a group primarily serves the purpose of: a. exploring concerns b. explaining services c. reviewing guidelines d. evaluating motivation
A
During a treatment group, a disagreement between two members has turned disrespectful. A third group member suggests "Now might be a good time to review our ground rules." What role was this member most likely enacting? a. maintenance b. task-related c. scapegoat d. expressive
A
During each session in Marlena's group for women with depression, during the first fifteen minutes, members do a check in and Marlena reviews what was discussed the week prior. Next, for about an hour, Marlena goes over content and processes the content with group members. The final fifteen minutes of each session are spent on summarizing, checking out, and planning for the following week. Marlena spends a portion of the first session with her group on guidelines for the group. The guidelines should be: a. Formulated in collaboration with the group members b. Formulated after the group is in the working stage c. Created by the group members d. Determined ahead of time and shared with group members
A
Facilitative conditions include all of the following EXCEPT: a. motivation b. respect c. authenticity d. empathy
A
Group norms are a regulatory mechanism that: a. Fosters stability and predictability b. Details group roles c. Limits expression d. Defines the authority of the facilitator
A
Homeostasis refers to the family system's tendency to: a. maintain balance b. evaluate change c. pursue goals d. govern behavior
A
In treatment groups, roles of members: a. evolve as a result of interaction b. are defined by members during the contracting phase c. are prescribed by the leader d. are erratic and unpredictable
A
It is acceptable to have non-negotiable expectations in every group. a. True b. False
A
Marlena is planning a group for women with depression. She plans to provide psycho-education, promote peer support among members, and work with members to develop self -awareness. The group will meet once a week for twelve weeks. In order to participate in the group, the women will have to set up an intake meeting with her. The participants will be encouraged to complete all 12 weeks of group. The benefit to having a closed group is: a. A higher sense of cooperation among group members. b. More privacy for group members. c. More compliance with the attendance policy. d. The need for group rules is reduced.
A
Mr. J has been abusing alcohol for most of his adult life. He confides that it has become a problem and he feels he needs to change, but he does not know where to begin. What stage of change would best characterize Mr. J's sentiment? a. Contemplation b. Maintenance c. Precontemplation d. Determination
A
Observing who speaks for whom, who makes decisions, whose ideas are adopted, and who speaks most often is an assessment of: a. power structure b. family strengths c. involvement with external systems d. internal boundaries and subsystems
A
Of the following, which is NOT one of the tasks in the terminal phase of the helping process? a. reflecting on whether it was necessary to pursue treatment in the first place b. addressing emotional reactions to termination c. evaluating the service provided and the extent to which goals were accomplished d. planning to maintain progress and to achieve continued growth
A
Self-disclosure is generally lowest in which of the following types of groups? a. task b. encounter c. self-help d. treatment
A
The framework for assessing groups that allows practitioners to make assessments about group processes and response patterns is called: a. systems b. analytical c. circular d. ecological
A
The reasons why it is important to explore clients' emotional reactions to their problems include all of the following EXCEPT: a. emotional reactions can block hidden motives that underlie problem behaviors b. the emotions of some people impel them to behave in ways that exacerbate their problems c. intense emotional reactions can become primary problems d. people often gain relief from expressing troubling emotions related to problems
A
The social worker heard her teen-aged client lament about how she had not gotten the grade she wanted, after their work together had resulted in the client returning to school after a period of truanting and not doing homework. The social worker said: "I hear that you wish you could have gotten a better grade in the course, that your turn-around of your performance might have occurred earlier. Yet I also notice that you did find a way to stop a difficult pattern of skipping classes. You approached teachers about what you could do, even though you were frightened by what their response might be. And finally, you did get the work done and passed the course. " This would be an example of: a. Focusing on strengths and potentialities b. Discounting the client's perceptions c. Arguing with the client d. Reframing the problem
A
When a worker leaves an agency prior to completing work with clients, clients often react with a sense of: a. betrayal b. satisfaction c. indignation d. futility
A
When parents adopt a rule that prohibits certain types of music in their home, the rule functions to: a. establish protective factors b. support the subsystem c. limit social interactions d. reinforce external boundaries
A
Which method of community intervention refers to the use of outside experts to provide technical assistance? a. social planning b. social action c. capacity building d. transformational strategy formation
A
Which of the following is a perspective that is recommended for assessing diverse families? a. dual b. flexible c. context d. cultural
A
Which of the following questions does NOT address the meaning clients ascribe to problems? a. What happened after he told you that you would be fired? b. Why do you think he fired you? c. What do you make of his decision to fire you? d. What conclusions have you drawn about losing your job?
A
Which of the following statements about assessing decision-making in diverse families is FALSE? a. Despite differences in culture, indicators of effective decision-making are not unique and social workers must address the dysfunctional decision-making patterns. b. Many cultural groups do not practice or comprehend the notion of joint decision-making and may exhibit cultural practices that contradict this method. c. It is important to understand the influence of age, gender, race, and ethnicity when considering decision-making processes. d. Introducing effective decision-making skills may disrupt family functioning by disturbing cultural beliefs and values.
A
Which of the following statements about families in poverty is TRUE? a. Children are most affected by poverty due to its association with out-of-home placement and the impact of poverty on child development. b. Benefits supplied by the Temporary Aid to Needy Families program provide enough resources for a family and are instrumental to eliminating poverty. c. Policies that stress the importance of personal responsibility are the most effective measures for eradicating poverty. d. Families living in poverty have significant personal deficits that limit their potential for achievement.
A
Which of the following statements best describes assessment? a. It is a synthesis of relevant information and a tentative hypothesis. b. It is completed during the initial exploratory phase. c. It highlights the dynamics of preferred outcome. d. It involves the ongoing discussion to determine a diagnosis.
A
Which of the following statements regarding the use of social media is FALSE: a. social media, such as Facebook, is a limited, informal, and generationally inappropriate mode for social action b. utilization of social media depends on the access ability of an individual or community c. social workers should evaluate the potential limitations and benefits before utilizing social media d. social media provides far reaching opportunities to engage others
A
Working together with a client to complete a genogram can give a social worker all of the following information EXCEPT: a. the family's financial situation b. relationships within the family c. a history of past illnesses d. significant life events
A
You describe your client as having no interest in activities that she used to find pleasurable. What word could you use to describe this in your assessment? a. Anhedonia b. Delusional thinking c. Agoraphobia d. Ideas of reference
A
"Do you ever find it easier to bring up a problem with another person when you have had something to drink?" This is an example of: a. Self-confrontation b. Inductive questioning c. Assertive confrontation d. Aggressive confrontation
B
"What does your family think about how much you drink?" "What do you see are the benefits of drinking a case of beer each night?" "What do you think the potential down side might be?" These questions would best be used during what stage of change? a. preparation b. precontemplation c. action d. contemplation
B
All of the following are essential components of motivational interviewing EXCEPT: a. Reflective listening b. Subjective observation c. Summarizing d. Open-ended questions
B
All of the following are examples of task groups EXCEPT: a. A committee formed to create support groups for LGBT youth b. An anger-management skills group c. The Board of Directors for a local non-profit d. An advocacy group for social justice
B
Assessing a client's judgment involves the extent to which they are able to: a. stay focused on a given topic b. consider consequences c. know what day it is d. perceive reality
B
Designing an intake form such that clients assess their own behavior would be an example of: a. Unwanted intrusion in their lives b. Self-confrontation c. Assertive confrontation d. Inductive questioning
B
If a client expresses interest in having a social relationship with a social worker or starts to make excessive contacts, the social worker should: a. Use self-disclosure b. Set boundaries and limits c. Demonstrate congruence d. Use reciprocal empathy
B
In order to enhance one's self-image, encourage motivation for continued change, and enhance the client's feeling of control over a situation, the social worker should: a. Utilize confrontation b. Give positive feedback c. Relate assertively d. Use self-disclosure
B
Marlena is planning a group for women with depression. She plans to provide psycho-education, promote peer support among members, and work with members to develop self -awareness. The group will meet once a week for twelve weeks. In order to participate in the group, the women will have to set up an intake meeting with her. The participants will be encouraged to complete all 12 weeks of group. Marlena's group is considered a: a. Self-help group b. Treatment group c. Task group d. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy group
B
Social action is a means by which social workers can assist communities to: a. demonstrate the need for case advocacy b. respond to issues related to social justice c. define their most pressing problems d. mobilize or supplement existing resources
B
The authors cite three skills that are employed extensively to focus on topics in depth. Of the following, which is LEAST likely to facilitate in-depth information? a. empathic communication b. closed-ended questions c. seeking concreteness d. open-ended responses
B
The authors suggest all of the following guidelines for practitioners who are culturally different than their clients EXCEPT: a. ask clients about their experiences with practitioners from another culture b. use slang and other colloquial terms to demonstrate familiarity with the culture c. take on a learner role about culture d. acknowledge differences
B
The most frequent symptom of suicidal risk with adolescents is: a. negative self-image b. depressed mood c. decreased concentration d. persecution ideation
B
The structure of a family may be observed in their: a. power distribution b. interaction patterns c. communication styles d. enmeshed alliances
B
Using a systems oriented perspective, social workers analyze and explain patterns of interaction by assessing: a. antecedents b. sequence c. causality d. dysfunction
B
When a client said "I think people should treat each other with respect," the social worker responded "Are you saying that you don't feel respected enough in this family?" the social worker's response was an example of: a. Checking out perceptions b. Assisting clients to personalize statements c. Exploring the basis of conclusions d. Clarifying unfamiliar terms Hide Feedback
B
When a family member is hesitant about participating in the helping process, it is advisable that the social worker: a. conduct the interview with individuals who show interest b. clarify the individual's choices about their involvement c. encourage the individual to express their viewpoint d. create a climate that is conducive to problem solving
B
When a social worker immediately intervenes to disrupt counterproductive communications, the intervention should: a. interpret the interaction patterns of family members b. provide descriptive feedback about specific behavior c. instruct participants to engage in positive feedback d. involve agreed upon tasks that will resolve conflict
B
When using confrontation, in order to avoid offending or alienating a client, a social worker should use: a. prepositional interpretation b. empathic communication c. open-ended questioning d. role-reversal exercise
B
Which of the following is key to the development of the social worker-client relationship during the initial phase? a. clarifying outcomes b. problem exploration c. role clarification d. facilitative conditions
B
Which of the following statements about stressors is FALSE: a. nonnormative stressors disrupt the flow of life b. all normative stressors are cross-cultural c. normative stressors are a part of family life d. nonnormative stressors are typically not repeated
B
Which of the following statements about the practitioner's ethical obligations is FALSE? a. There are limits to confidentiality that group facilitators must communicate to group participants before they give informed consent. b. The practitioner is bound by confidentiality laws and should not, under any circumstance, disclose information to outside parties. c. A social worker must describe the risks, benefits, and expectations of group participation before group work begins. d. The group facilitator may disclose the content of the group session when a participant communicates the desire to hurt herself or another.
B
Which of the following statements regarding self-disclosure is FALSE? a. The primary risk of using self-disclosure is taking focus away from the client's issues. b. A social worker should not reveal information about home and family life with the client. c. In some cultures self-disclosure is essential to establishing a therapeutic relationship. d. Self-disclosure is one way a social worker can show authenticity.
B
Which of the following would generally be regarded as an inappropriate indication for use of confrontation? a. Client considering actions inconsistent with own goals b. Social worker frustration with client's lack of progress toward goals c. Client contemplation of illegal behavior d. Client contemplation of actions dangerous to others
B
You are assessing a client who will be entering a residential chemical health treatment program. What you know about the client is that he is a 52 year old white male who recently completed a chemical health assessment as a condition of his parole. For your biopsychosocial assessment, you gather the following information: identifying information, a history of the present circumstances, a past psychiatric and medical history of the client and his family, the client's social history and: a. Corroborating information from family members. b. A mental status exam and DSM-V diagnosis. c. A statement from the client's parole officer. d. None. You have all the information you need.
B
You are assessing a client who will be entering a residential chemical health treatment program. What you know about the client is that he is a 52 year old white male who recently completed a chemical health assessment as a condition of his parole. Substance abuse problems can occur with a variety of health and mental health problems. What term is used to refer to this phenomenon? a. Double diagnosis b. Comorbidity c. Dual occurrence d. Combined disorder
B
You are assessing a client who will be entering a residential chemical health treatment program. What you know about the client is that he is a 52 year old white male who recently completed a chemical health assessment as a condition of his parole. You will be giving the client a DSM-V diagnosis. You believe the client may be depressed. What is the criteria for depression? a. A self report of depressed mood and observed depressed affect. b. Evidence of depressed mood and loss of interest or pleasure as well as at least 5 out of nine symptoms for at least two weeks. c. A marked change in behavior and appearance, blunted affect, and congruent depressed mood. d. Cognitive dissonance, loose associations, and emotional blunting.
B
"Enactment" provides what type of data for assessment? a. Instrument b. Self-monitoring c. Direct observation d. Collateral information
C
"I'm impressed by the way you handled yourself in that situation. You showed a great deal of self-control. I can tell you've been working hard on this!" This statement is an example of: a. personal self-disclosure b. congruence c. a self-involving statement d. empathic communication
C
A focus on capacity building and empowering the community to grow their sense of power refers to what strategic development level of community intervention? a. coalition strategy formation b. transformational strategy formation c. entry d. social planning
C
A lack of a positive support system for a client following termination may have an adverse affect on their ability to: a. confront changes b. monitor success c. maintain gains d. learn skills
C
Asking a client to rate how much they feel commitment to solving their problem is an example of: a. miracle question b. seeking exceptions c. scaling motivation d. scaling the problem
C
Check My Work Interpretation is a strategy that can be used by the social worker to: a. assist clients to gain insight in to problematic situations b. clarify the accuracy of information provided by the client c. expand clients' awareness of forces operating in the present d. confront clients with the result of their difficult behavior
C
Check My Work Which of the following forms of assessment is most helpful in understanding the history and life experiences of a child? a. Standardized screening tools b. Play therapy c. Developmental assessment d. Functional assessment
C
Check My Work Which of the following situations is an indication for class advocacy? a. the denial of an individual's civil rights b. an involuntary commitment hearing c. public policy that adversely affect clients d. a decision about agency service hours
C
Client: "These doctors don't know what they're doing. I've been on so many different medications and none of them work. They can't even agree on a diagnosis!" Social worker: "You really have been patient with this process. You're frustrated by not having a clear answer." The social worker's response is an example of: a. double-sided reflection b. furthering c. reframe d. simple reflection
C
During each session in Marlena's group for women with depression, during the first fifteen minutes, members do a check in and Marlena reviews what was discussed the week prior. Next, for about an hour, Marlena goes over content and processes the content with group members. The final fifteen minutes of each session are spent on summarizing, checking out, and planning for the following week. How the time will be spent in each session is referred to as the: a. Group plan b. Group agenda c. Group structure and format d. Group topics
C
In a situation in which a potential client complains of problems with another family member but asks to be seen alone, the best course of action for the social worker is in this situation is to: a. stress the importance of providing equal time to others b. focus on their reluctance to involve others in the session c. respect their preference for attending the session alone d. specify who should be invited to attend future sessions
C
In assessment, A-B-C refers to: a. apology-betrayal-conciliation b. advocate-broker-case manager c. antecedent-behavior-consequence d. accepting-believing-confirming
C
In discussing substance use with clients, the most effective approach is: a. educational b. prescriptive c. straightforward d. authentic
C
In mobilizing community resources, it is important to assess the: a. external social network connections b. commitment of local businesses c. principles of collective empowerment d. effect of unintentional consequences
C
In using systems theory to assess families, the social worker's assessment should initially focus on: a. inflexible rules and goals b. identified problem individuals c. internal and external factors d. alliances between coalitions
C
It is important to begin contact with the parents even when the focus of concern is the child. Establishing this rapport seeks to do all of the following EXCEPT: a. work to create a 'safe place' for the child's eventual participation b. provide an opportunity for coaching the parents c. further identify the source of the problematic behaviors of the child d. create the opportunity to establish concerns as a family problem
C
Marlena is planning a group for women with depression. She plans to provide psycho-education, promote peer support among members, and work with members to develop self -awareness. The group will meet once a week for twelve weeks. In order to participate in the group, the women will have to set up an intake meeting with her. The participants will be encouraged to complete all 12 weeks of group. This group has a termination date at the onset. These types of groups are called: a. Open group b. Brief group c. Closed group d. Exclusive group
C
Opportunities for macro level interventions may be observed in: a. values expressed by groups b. capacity building efforts c. individual practice cases d. existing social networks
C
Referral information for Ms. J indicates a "dual diagnosis." What does this term refer to? a. the presence of both medical and mental health disorders b. the presence of both physical and addictive disorders c. the presence of both addictive and mental health disorders d. the presence of both affective and thought disorders
C
Social workers should terminate services in which of the following situations? a. when a level of progress has been achieved b. when a follow-up session is not indicated c. when the targeted concern has been resolved d. when there is limited occurrence of new problems
C
Teaching clients about the role of positive feedback involves: a. asking them to reframe specific blaming messages b. cultivating egalitarian roles their relationships c. assisting them to own and express their feelings d. modifying counterproductive nonverbal expressions
C
The skill that is most often employed following lengthy or rambling client messages is: a. analysis b. clarification c. summarization d. furthering
C
The skill that is most relevant in responding to clients who are scattered in their thinking and who jump from one topic to another is: a. summarizing b. exploring c. focusing d. clarifying
C
The target of concern for a social worker using macro level intervention strategies is the: a. rehabilitation of families to strengthen communities b. conflict relationship between coalition groups c. range of conditions that affect groups of people d. outcome of assessing individual problems
C
To facilitate group cohesion and communication among members, the most essential factor is: a. relatively high-functioning members b. willingness to acknowledge personal failures c. significant homogeneity in personal characteristics d. absence of malice on the part of members
C
Two siblings agree to express their feeling to each other in order to avoid conflict in their relationship. Their agreement is referred to as a: a. negotiated arrangement b. win- win situation c. quid pro quo d. modified contract
C
When a worker imposes termination on a client because of lack of progress, the social worker should discuss with the client: a. frustrations resulting from the lack of motivation b. ways in which a different attitude can affect change c. factors preventing attaining more favorable results d. whether roles in the helping process were clarified
C
When working with culturally diverse families social workers should avoid: a. distinguishing culture-specific or idiosyncratic family patterns b. examining how culturally specific behavior affects the problem at hand c. applying universal ideals and personal conceptions of functional family behavior d. attributing differences in communication style to cultural diversity
C
You're working with an elderly male client who has just moved into his daughter's home after his wife passed. He discusses his discomfort in relying on his daughter and her family and becoming a burden on them. This challenge is most likely due to: a. disengagement b. symmetrical roles c. role transition d. interrole conflict
C
"I know we've been talking about my marijuana use for a while now. I can see how it has changed my relationships but I don't know what to do about it. I don't know how to stop." This statement is mostly likely indicative of what stage of change: a. precontemplation b. contemplation c. action d. preparation
D
"It seems like you've got a lot on your plate and you're feeling overwhelmed with all that is happening right now." This statement is an example of: a. sympathetic response b. unconditional positive regard c. furthering statement d. empathetic response
D
"When you focus so much on others' needs, you fail to care for yourself and ultimately feel taken for granted." This is an example of: a. assertive confrontation b. aggressive confrontation c. semantic interpretation d. propositional interpretation
D
All of the following are examples of macro-level change in an organization EXCEPT: a. Improving the resources offered to clients b. Seeking to aid client progress by focusing on cross-agency coordination c. Improving the working relationships within the organization to create a more effective service delivery system d. Using a task-centered approach to establish an action plan with your client
D
All of the following statements about authenticity and self-disclosure are true EXCEPT: a. personal self-disclosure should be avoided until establishing rapport b. smiling is a form of self-disclosure c. self-disclosure must be guided by the benefit to the client d. personal self-disclosure is an effective cross-cultural skill to build rapport
D
Among the important factors to be explored by the social worker when meeting with a family for the first time is to: a. contract with individuals to resolve their concerns b. focus on the collective strengths of a cohesive unit c. orient members about the systemic nature of problems d. allow family members to express their view of the problem
D
Assisting a client to alter their cognitions of others is intended to help them to: a. use facilitative messages b. avoid conflict situations c. strengthen relational bonds d. give productive feedback
D
Emotional reactions to termination may be less of a concern for clients who are participants in which of the following groups? a. family b. support c. crisis d. task
D
Graduation ceremonies, as a part of the termination process, are most appropriate when clients: a. desire to introduce problems b. achieve the desired outcomes c. experience a reluctance to end d. wish to mark their transition
D
Guidelines for employing confrontations include all of the following EXCEPT: a. Delivery with warmth, caring, concern b. Law violation or imminent danger c. When an effective working relationship has been established d. Use when client is experiencing high emotional strain
D
In the assessment Kathy is completing, she uses a mixture of open-ended and closed-ended questions. This does which of the following? A. allows her to respond empathically to the client B. reassures her client that there is strict confidentiality in their sessions C. shows that she is seeking concreteness in client responses D. assists her in gathering the information she needs to compete the assessment
D
Making observations about the way a group member interacts with others refers to which concept? a. Dysfunctional behavior b. Functional behavior c. Content d. Process
D
Reciprocal empathy is best used as a means to: a. ensure balance between client and social worker b. summarize the practitioner's expectations c. convey understanding the client's use of words d. encourage the client's verbalization of concerns
D
Verbalizing an unspoken emotion is an example of a. simple reflection b. furthering c. summarizing d. complex reflection
D
When you visit Ms. L she is not oriented to place and time and believes she has the power to control others' thoughts. Based on this, you later write in your assessment that Ms. L has: a. Borderline intellectual functioning b. Poor self-concept c. A lack of judgment d. Poor reality testing
D
Which of the following is NOT among the typical client reactions to termination? a. Denial b. Avoidance c. Anger d. Dissociation
D
Which of the following is an inadvisable ending ritual, regardless of setting? a. Token gifts b. Memory books c. "Graduation" ceremonies d. A special dinner alone with the worker
D
Which of the following statements about ethical practice and community organizing is NOT true? a. social workers must determine when it is appropriate to act on behalf of a community b. the Code of Ethics does not address the choice of tactics a community organizer may use c. community members have the right to self-determination and to be informed of and consent to the tactics being used d. the Code of Ethics clearly states guidelines pertaining to dual relationships in community organizing
D
Which of the following statements would most limit elaboration? a. "Talk about your experience." b. "How did you handle the situation?" c. "Tell me about the math exam." d. "Did you talk to the teacher?"
D
You have just begun working with an elderly woman. You want to better assess her ability to perform tasks associated with her daily living. Which of the following assessments is most appropriate? a. Collateral contacts b. Physical examination c. Standardized screening tools d. Functional assessment
D
Your progress notes should reflect all of the following EXCEPT: a. Objective data b. Plans c. Subjective observations d. Conclusions
D
Learning Organization
Organizations that scan, anticipate, and respond to environmental changes
whistle blowing
a form of advocacy to be implemented when clients rights are ignored or in situations that represent a to client well-being and dignity
Policy Advocate
a professional advocate who operates within a system to help an organization to achieve its goals
According to the ABC model, Shane's divorce is the _______ responsible for her depression and other emotional issues behavior presenting problem antecedent consequence
antecedent
scapegoat
bearing the burden of responsibility for the groups problems and the brunt of teasing or negative responses from other members
"When you say you're 'conflicted' it sounds like you're torn between your desire to make the relationship work and questioning whether it's possible." This statement is an example of: a. propositional interpretation b. assertive confrontation c. semantic interpretation d. aggressive confrontation
c
Nodding the head, using facial expressions, and gesturing are examples of: a. Summarizing b. Seeking concreteness c. Minimal prompts d. Content relevance Hide Feedback
c
While talking with Julie about her depression, Peter is using _______. emotional empathy cognitive empathy interpretation effective communication
effective communication
By further discussing Molly's feeling of being the squeaky wheel, Ron _______. expands her awareness of her unrecognized strengths diminishes her ability to think of herself as the victim transforms her feelings of depression into hopefulness begins the process of realization and accommodation
expands her awareness of her unrecognized strengths
To make sure that both Twanna and Janet have the opportunity to discuss their views of the problem, the social worker _______. has them debate back and forth while she remains silent gives them each their own designated time to speak freely denies their requests for time to talk about what the other just said schedules different times to see them in the future
gives them each their own designated time to speak freely
disengagement
inappropriately rigid boundaries
informed consent
involves explaining potential risks and benefits of service, the limits of confidentiality, the consequences of service refusal, and other policies and considerations that will shape the course of treatment
According to Anna, Jackie's family's boundaries appear to ________. lack flexibility not be enmeshed lack task-specific power be disengaged
lack flexibility
Shane's extended family would best be considered a: natural support system formal support system precipitating influence meaning attribution
natural support system
Because this is clearly the first visit between the Mary Her and her client, Shane, Mary Her is working toward identifying the meaning attributions precipitating events antecedents presenting problem
presenting problem
normative needs
refers to a gap or discrepancy between a need considered to be a norm and the resources that exist to respond to that need
norms
regulatory mechanisms that give group stability and predictability
Demand needs
relate to the needs of a particular group or community to address deprivation, the absence of a resource, or a particular concern
locality development
seeks to build relationships within the community and enhance community integration and capacity through broad participation
cohesion
the degree to which group members are attracted to one another
Task Group
this type of group is focused on producing change that affects an entity outside of the group
treatment group
this type of group is focused on the personal growth of members