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Forensic Social Worker Study Questions

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John has always avoided situations that required him to be in contact with strangers. He never gave speeches in high school or college and never attended assemblies where people came together for a particular cause. His employment choices have been poor but allowed him to work independently. John has the knowledge and educational background to work for a major computer company, but he does not know how to overcome his fear of strangers. What diagnosis would a professional more than likely give John?
  1. Paranoia
  2. Anti-social behavior
  3. Schizophrenia
  4. Social anxiety disorder
Explanation
Answer: D - Social anxiety disorder requires psychological treatment that includes techniques such as cognitive therapy and behavioral interventions. Individuals with severe cases tend to develop panic attacks and find the need for relaxation training or systematic desensitization. The main fear of individuals suffering from this disorder is embarrassment.
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