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51. Most crises reach some kind of stability within four to eight weeks. Without professional intervention, the behaviors may remain with no opportunity for change. Sometimes recent events can reactivate a previous unresolved crisis. Intervention in a crisis situation will only be successful if the individual:
  1. Recognizes the crisis as non threatening
  2. Is receptive to outside assistance
  3. Can differentiate between emotions
  4. Recognize behavioral changes
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52. A short-term, problem-solving approach to social work practice consists of three phases. The initial phase is centered on setting up initial tasks. The middle phase consists of evaluating the outcomes of tasks and identifying obstacles to achieving said outcomes. Last is the termination phase, which emphasizes what the client has learned or accomplished.

Which of the following problem-solving approaches is described above?
  1. Psychoanalytic approach
  2. Cognitive behavioral approach
  3. Task-centered approach
  4. Self-centered approach
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53. The Henderson family is receiving help from a Child Protective Service worker. There have been incidents of inappropriate parenting, and the social worker wants to help rectify the situation. The approach chosen for this family will identify their positive resources and abilities. What type of assessment will be completed?
  1. Problem-solving assessment
  2. Strength-based assessment
  3. Vulnerability assessment
  4. Intellectual limitation assessment
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54. The Jacobs family has decided to incorporate the services of a social worker due to intense conflict between parents and children. During the first session, the Jacobs’ take turns discussing their issues while the social worker listens intently. There is no focus on what is wrong, but rather on the complex interplay of risks and strengths. This type of assessment is known as what?
  1. Strength-based assessment
  2. Family-centered assessment
  3. Conflict resolution assessment
  4. All of the above
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55. Which theory describes individuals as being surrounded by supportive networks? This theory, unlike most psychological and behavioral theories, focuses on the inner relational transactions between systems. All existing elements play an equal role in maintaining balance.
  1. Environmental systems approach
  2. Strength-based theory
  3. Nature vs. nurture theory
  4. Ecological systems perspective
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