Social Work Masters Exam Prep - Question List

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66. Michelle meets with her therapist once a week in a small café. They usually sit at the same booth and drink coffee together. While Michelle discusses different situations, the therapist listens attentively, pays attention to everything the client is saying, and displays unconditional positive regard and reaction. This form of therapy is called what?
  1. Positive reaction therapy
  2. Emotional understanding therapy
  3. Person-centered therapy
  4. Reciprocal-based therapy
67. Olivia sees a professional for post-traumatic stress syndrome. She was the victim of a house fire that left 25% of her body scarred and suffers from recurring nightmares. The social worker has decided to approach Olivia’s problem with a technique-driven treatment in a group setting. All members of the group will focus on present issues and ways to alleviate them. What type of therapy is being utilized?
  1. Stress disorder therapy
  2. Exposure therapy
  3. Cognitive behavioral therapy
  4. Sleep deprivation therapy
68. Pamela has wanted to be a teacher her whole life. She completed the regular courses in college, but by her senior year, she was still terrified of walking into an actual classroom for her internship. Pamela feels she has made a huge mistake and may need to look into other career options. She has severe inhibitions about performing in front of people. What kind of therapy would benefit Pamela the most?
  1. Shyness awareness therapy
  2. Anti-social therapy
  3. Group therapy
  4. Career-based therapy
69. Group therapy helps bridge the gap between individuals and the social world. It provides security and aids in building a comfort level with working with other people. Which of the following is not helpful when initiating this type of therapy?
  1. Provide a safe social environment
  2. Goal setting and risk taking
  3. Avoidance techniques
  4. Giving and receiving feedback
70. A social worker is providing services for a family that has a lot of unresolved conflict. Once the presenting problem is distinguished, the process of change can begin. The professional has to assess the interactions and discover a method the family unconsciously follows. What type of therapy is being utilized?
  1. Self-perception therapy
  2. Cognitive therapy
  3. Structural family therapy
  4. Reality therapy

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