FAMILY SYSTEMS & CHAPTER 10
This term describes how families try to keep things the same and maintain stability, even if patterns are unhealthy.
(Homeostasis)
These two types of groups differ based on whether new members can join after the group begins.
(Open vs. closed groups)
This exam evaluates a client’s appearance, behavior, mood, and thought processes.
(Mental Status Exam)
This is a situation of intense difficulty requiring immediate intervention.
(Crisis)
The final step for the social worker and client when selecting goals is this
(Arrange priority)
This perspective is recommended for assessing diverse families.
(Strengths perspective)
This is one type of group used in social work practice.
(Treatment group/support group/etc.)
In SOAP notes, this section includes the client’s reported feelings and experiences.
(“S” — Subjective)
This refers to worldwide interconnectedness of economies, cultures, and populations.
(Globalization)
Goals should be written in this format so they are clear, specific, and measurable.
(SMART format)
When using systems theory to assess families, a social worker’s assessment should initially focus on this.
(Family interactions/relationships)
In treatment groups, members are expected to do this.
(Support each other/work toward goals/participate in change)
Sitting at eye level, leaning forward, and keeping an open posture are examples of this skill.
(Attending skills/nonverbal communication)
Technology used to provide services remotely is called this.
(Telehealth)
This process involves the social worker and client working together to develop goals and plans.
(Collaboration)
Observing who speaks for whom, makes decisions, and whose ideas are adopted assesses this.
(Power structure/family dynamics)
This type of question encourages detailed responses rather than yes or no answers.
(Open-ended question)
This motivational interviewing technique acknowledges a client’s hesitation instead of confronting it.
(Rolling with resistance)
A crisis typically disrupts a person’s ability to use their normal coping methods.
(Crisis theory concept)
This document outlines agreed-upon goals, responsibilities, and expectations in the helping relationship.
(Service contract)
Family systems theory views the family as this type of unit where each part affects the whole.
(Interconnected system)
When working with an involuntary client, the social worker should do this first
(Build rapport/acknowledge resistance)
Telehealth is an example of this concept in social work practice.
Telehealth is an example of this concept in social work practice.
This type of intervention focuses on short-term stabilization during emergencies.
(Crisis intervention)
This social work value allows clients to make their own choices about goals and services.
(Self-determination)