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Q1.
According to Erikson, what is the primary psychosocial task of adolescence?
A1.
Identity vs. Role Confusion Rationale: Adolescents (ages ~12–18) work to develop a stable sense of self and personal identity. Failure may lead to confusion about roles and direction.
Q2.
Freud’s latency stage primarily focuses on what?
A2.
Development of social skills and same-sex peer relationships Rationale: In latency (~6–12 years), psychosexual energy is sublimated into learning, hobbies, and social connections.
Q3.
What is the conflict in Erikson’s stage for early adulthood?
A3.
Intimacy vs. Isolation Rationale: Ages ~18–40 focus on forming intimate, committed relationships versus remaining socially isolated.
Q4.
In the ecological systems model, “exosystem” refers to what?
A4.
Systems that indirectly affect the individual (e.g., parent’s workplace) Rationale: The exosystem influences a person through its impact on their microsystem.
Q5.
Micro Level
A5.
Individual/family
Q6.
Macro Level
A6.
Systems, policy, institutions.
Q7.
Mezzo Level
A7.
Groups
Q8.
Intersectionality
A8.
Overlapping identities create unique discrimination/privilege.
Q9.
Group Stages
A9.
Forming, storming, norming, performing, adjourning.
Q10.
Ethical Principle of Autonomy
A10.
Respecting client's right to make their own choices.
Q11.
Ethical Principle of Justice
A11.
Ensuring fairness and equitable access to services.
Q12.
Self-Determination Principle
A12.
Client's right to choose their goals and direction of services.
Q13.
Least Restrictive Environment
A13.
Choosing interventions that limit civil liberties as little as possible. Rationale: When determining interventions for a client, always choose one that inconveniences them the least
Q14.
Duty to Warn
A14.
Tarasoff ruling: warn potential victims.
Q15.
Cultural Competence
A15.
Awareness, knowledge, and skills to work across cultures.
Q16.
HIPAA Privacy Rule
A16.
Protects Protected Health Information; allows disclosures for treatment, payment, operations.
Q17.
Macro-Level Application
A17.
Advocacy, policy change, community organizing.
Q18.
Family Systems Types
A18.
Nuclear, extended, blended, chosen.
Q19.
Anxious Attachment
A19.
Overdependence; distress on separation.
Q20.
Transference vs. Countertransference
A20.
Client projects feelings onto therapist vs. therapist’s reactions to client.
Q21.
Motivation to Change
A21.
Fluctuates over time; intrinsic motivation more salient than extrinsic.
Q22.
Evidence-Based Social Work Practice
A22.
Conscientious use of research knowledge, clinical expertise, values, and client wishes.
Q23.
Stages of Change Model
A23.
Precontemplation, Contemplation, Preparation, Action, Maintenance, Relapse.
Q24.
Ethical Problem-Solving Steps
A24.
Identify standards, determine dilemma, weigh issues against values, evaluate options.
Q25.
Delusion
A25.
Fixed false belief not amenable to logic or cultural norms.
Q26.
Conflict of Interest
A26.
Personal or relational interests potentially impair professional judgment.
Q27.
Summative vs. Formative Evaluation
A27.
Summative evaluates outcomes at end; formative provides ongoing feedback.
Q28.
Social Stratification
A28.
Systematic inequality, e.g., better education for affluent vs. low-income.
Q29.
Safety Assessment
A29.
Systematic evaluation of client risk for self-harm or harm to others.
Q30.
Medication for Social Anxiety Disorder
A30.
SSRIs like sertraline (Zoloft) as first-line ongoing treatment.
Q31.
Child Custody Evaluation
A31.
Gather data from multiple sources, including records with consent.
Q32.
Paradoxical Directive
A32.
Therapeutic strategy instructing client to intensify unwanted behavior.
Q33.
Informed Consent for Records Release
A33.
Written client consent required except for court orders or duty to warn.
Q34.
Advance Directives Requirements
A34.
Facilities must inform, educate, ask, document, but not fund preparation.
Q35.
Task-Centered Treatment
A35.
Short-term, active, goal-oriented; not for complex long-standing issues.
Q36.
Confidentiality Exceptions
A36.
Disclosure without consent permitted for harm prevention and abuse reporting.
Q37.
Dual Relationships
A37.
Avoid personal/professional overlaps that impair objectivity or exploit clients.
Q38.
Person-in-Environment (PIE) Model
A38.
Individual within environmental context.
Q39.
Mandated Reporting
A39.
Legal requirement to report child, elder, or dependent adult abuse.
Q40.
Piaget – Sensorimotor Stage
A40.
Birth–2 years; object permanence emerges.
Q41.
Piaget – Preoperational Stage
A41.
2–7 years; symbolic play, egocentrism.
Q42.
Piaget – Concrete Operational Stage
A42.
7–11 years; logical thought, conservation.
Q43.
Piaget – Formal Operational Stage
A43.
12+; abstract and hypothetical reasoning.
Q44.
Kohlberg – Preconventional Morality
A44.
Self-interest, avoiding punishment.
Q45.
Kohlberg – Conventional Morality
A45.
Social approval, law/order.
Q46.
Risk Management Plan
A46.
Identify risks, implement protocols, monitor outcomes to ensure client safety.
Q47.
Kohlberg – Postconventional Morality
A47.
Universal ethical principles.
Q48.
Professional Boundaries
A48.
Maintain appropriate distance, avoid multiple relationships, ensure objectivity.
Q49.
Informed Consent Components
A49.
Disclosure, comprehension, voluntariness, competence, consent documentation.
Q50.
Freud – Anal Stage
A50.
1–3 years; focus on bowel/bladder control; toilet training.
Q51.
Hierarchy of Evidence in Research
A51.
Q52.
Cultural Humility
A52.
Lifelong self-evaluation and critique with client-centered cultural awareness.
Q53.
Life Skills Practice
A53.
Teach practical skills like budgeting, communication, self-care in interventions.
Q54.
Motivational Interviewing OARS
A54.
Open questions, Affirmations, Reflective listening, Summaries.
Q55.
SMART Goals
A55.
Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound objectives.
Q56.
Strengths Perspective
A56.
Focus on clients’ abilities, resources, and resilience rather than deficits.
Q57.
Systems Theory
A57.
Interconnected parts influencing each other within client’s environment.
Q58.
Ecological Perspective
A58.
Assessment of person-in-environment across micro, mezzo, macro systems.
Q59.
NASW Code Structure
A59.
Preamble, Purpose, Ethical Principles, Ethical Standards, Applicability.
Q60.
Scope of Practice
A60.
Defined limits of services based on education, training, competence, credentials.
Q61.
Grief: Normal vs. Complicated
A61.
Normal grief decreases over time; complicated persists >6 months, impairing function.
Q62.
Kubler-Ross Five Stages of Grief
A62.
Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, Acceptance.
Q63.
Crisis Intervention Model: SAFER-R
A63.
Stabilize, Acknowledge, Facilitate understanding, Encourage coping, Recovery & Refer.
Q64.
Motivational Interviewing: DARN-CAT
A64.
Desire, Ability, Reason, Need, Commitment, Activation, Taking steps.
Q65.
Countertransference Management
A65.
Use self-reflection & supervision to monitor therapist’s emotional reactions.
Q66.
Public vs. Confidential Records
A66.
Public: some court records; Confidential: Protected Health Information protected by HIPAA.
Q67.
Microaggressions
A67.
Subtle verbal/nonverbal slights conveying derogatory messages.
Q68.
Reflective Listening
A68.
Mirroring client’s content & emotions to show understanding.
Q69.
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
A69.
Focus on exceptions, goals, scaling, and future orientation.
Q70.
Cultural Genogram
A70.
Family tree including cultural, ethnic, and social factors across generations.
Q71.
Self-Care Strategies
A71.
Mindfulness, supervision, hobbies, and boundary-setting to prevent burnout.
Q72.
Dual Diagnosis
A72.
Co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
Q73.
Psychosocial Assessment Components
A73.
Biopsychosocial history, Mental Status Exam, risk assessment, strengths/resources.
Q74.
Role of Clinical Supervision
A74.
Enhances skills, ensures ethics, supports professional development.
Q75.
Boundaries: Physical vs. Emotional
A75.
Physical: touch/space; Emotional: self-disclosure & personal feelings.
Q76.
Group Therapy Phases
A76.
Initial, Transition, Working, Consolidation/ Termination.
Q77.
NASW Ethical Standard 1.02 (Self-Disclosure)
A77.
Use self-disclosure judiciously to benefit client welfare.
Q78.
Privilege
A78.
Unearned advantages from social identity.
Q79.
Mandated Reporter Immunity
A79.
Legal protection from liability when reporting suspected abuse in good faith.
Q80.
Vicarious Trauma
A80.
Therapist’s indirect trauma from clients’ traumatic experiences.
Q81.
Values Clarification
A81.
Process helping clients identify and prioritize personal values.
Q82.
Self-Efficacy Theory
A82.
Belief in one’s ability to succeed influences motivation and behavior.
Q83.
Therapeutic Alliance
A83.
Collaborative bond between client and therapist predicting positive outcomes.
Q84.
Mental Status Exam Components
A84.
Appearance, behavior, speech, mood, thought, cognition, insight, judgment.
Q85.
Biopsychosocial Model
A85.
Integrative framework assessing biological, psychological, social factors.
Q86.
Confidentiality with Minors
A86.
Limitations based on age, consent laws, best interest, and duty to report.
Q87.
Ainsworth – Secure Attachment
A87.
Distress when caregiver leaves; comforted at return.
Q88.
Informed Consent with Minors
A88.
Assess maturity, assent vs. consent, parental involvement requirements.
Q89.
Cognitive Distortions
A89.
Irrational thought patterns (e.g., all-or-nothing, overgeneralization).
Q90.
CBT ABC Model
A90.
Activating event, Beliefs, Consequences (emotional/behavioral).
Q91.
Psychoeducation
A91.
Teaching clients about conditions and coping strategies to increase insight.
Q92.
Anti-Discrimination Policy
A92.
Protects clients from bias based on race, gender, sexual orientation.
Q93.
Social Justice in Practice
A93.
Advocacy and practice aimed at equity and resource access for marginalized groups.
Q94.
Purpose of Ethics in Social Work
A94.
Protects clients, guides practice, and builds public trust. (Tested heavily on the LMSW exam).
Q95.
NASW Core Value – Dignity & Worth of the Person
A95.
Respect inherent worth of all individuals.
Q96.
Outreach Strategies
A96.
Engagement techniques like community events, partnerships, digital campaigns.
Q97.
Program Evaluation Steps
A97.
Define objectives, design, collect data, analyze, report, apply findings.
Q98.
Community Needs Assessment
A98.
Systematic data collection to identify gaps and priorities in a community.
Q99.
Policy Practice
A99.
Developing, analyzing, advocating for policies to improve social welfare.
Q100.
Advocacy Roles
A100.
Championing client needs, systemic change, resource allocation at various levels.