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166.Kelly’s doctor has concerns about the fluctuation of her weight. She has struggled with diets her whole life but is still 120 pounds over the average weight for her size. The doctor is concerned about symptoms that may indicate an eating disorder. During an examination the physician asked Kelly about her eating habits. The patient appeared to experience shame and distress when attempting to explain. She will eat between meals and often times will consume more than she needs. What disorder is being described by Kelly?
167.Bill and Maria are in their late thirties. They are both prominent in their careers and well established financially. The decision has been made to start bringing children into their small family. Maria is concerned that her energy levels may not be as high as they once were. Bill worries about living long enough to see his children into adulthood. What positive aspects should a social worker educate the couple about?
168.The definition of extended families has changed over the years. More recently, a family is usually spread out across the country. Middle and upper class individuals tend to move away based on occupational opportunities. Lower class families tend to move toward each other when locating housing or financial stability. With the geological isolation coming into play, families are found to be more private than they once were. What is one of the consequences for children of having fewer adults in their lives?
169.A social worker named Richard is meeting with a juvenile for the first time. The client has been in a lot of trouble with the law. As Richard goes through the thick file of offenses, it is noticed that nothing good has ever been mentioned about the teen. Richard does not want to focus on all of the negative experiences, but rather on how he can collaborate in pursuing a better vision for the future. What type of counseling technique will be more effective with the juvenile?
170.The Richardson shave three children who attend a prominent school within the community. The two daughters and one son live in a financially stable environment, participating in many extracurricular activities. The Richardson’s son has been displaying inappropriate behaviors for the last two years. His parents see it as simply misbehaving and being a boy. The son continuously breaks the rules at school and at home. He acts out and causes distractions when there is an authority figure present. What might a social worker see as the problem?
