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Social Work Clinical Board Exam Prep

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A clinical social worker needs to be cautious when completing an assessment for oppositional defiant disorder. The problem should be observed at home and school with behaviors occurring in a manner that affects family, social, and education or work life. Which of the following symptoms needs to be displayed in order to correctly diagnose oppositional defiant disorder?

  1. Swears frequently
  2. Won’t sit still when it is required
  3. Frequently loses their temper
  4. Give inappropriate negative comments
Explanation

Answer: C - In order to correctly diagnose oppositional defiant disorder, a clinical social worker must observe a specific set of behaviors, including an angry or irritable mood, argumentative or defiant behavior, and vindictiveness. Oppositional defiant disorder is generally diagnosed in school-aged children and adolescents.

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