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Social Work Clinical Board Exam Prep

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A clinical 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, he notices 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 therapeutic technique will be more effective with the juvenile?
  1. Strengths perspective
  2. Positive reinforcement
  3. Goal oriented
  4. None of the above
Explanation
Answer: A - The strengths perspective in therapy helps identify and respect the assets, resources and knowledge of every person. Clinical social workers utilizing this technique view others as having the ability and wisdom to accomplish their goals. It focuses on the right within people instead of the wrong.
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