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Forensic Social Worker Study Questions

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Phillip is a 24-year-old male who has been in prison on four different occasions. His criminal record includes domestic assault on a girlfriend, stealing a car, setting fire to an abandoned warehouse and drug use. None of Phillip’s acts were premeditated, and he claims to have little control over his actions. What disorder might a social worker set out to treat?
  1. Anger management
  2. Destructive personality disorder
  3. Impulse control disorder
  4. Lack of self esteem
Explanation
Answer: C - Phillip suffers from impulse control disorder. This problem is defined as the failure to resist a spontaneous act or behavior that may be detrimental to self or others. The actions are not considered in advance and may include gambling, violence, sexual misconduct, stealing and self-abusive behavior.
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