It has become apparent over the past two decades that solution-focused interventions are effective
These trends are consistent whether it pertains to treating substance abusers, mental health clients, or
family systems.
As a social work student, clinician, or administrator it will be beneficial to gain
knowledge into the solution-focused paradigm. Which question elicits the best qualitative data on
this subject?
a) Rank the effectiveness of solution-focused interventions on a scale of 1-10, where 1 = ineffective
and 10 = most effective
b) Identify the frequency per month that you implement solution-focused interventions
c) What are your experiences with using solution-focused interventions?
d) In your opinion which social issue, substance abuse or mental health, benefits the most from
solution-focused interventions?
c
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a. Nonintervention b. Self-determination c. Confidentiality d. Self-disclosure
. A social justice position in group work suggests that group membership and participation should be ______.
a. representative b. intentional c. voluntary d. mandatory
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drug-related crime, was incarcerated again, and is now released again. Why was being imprisoned insufficient to stop a relapse? A. Offenders of drug-related crimes have high rates of recidivism. B. Treatment is more effective than incarceration at reducing drug use and drug-related crime. C. The "war on drugs" spends too much money on incarceration and not enough on prevention and treatment. D. A zero-tolerance approach is better than a harm-reduction approach.
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What will be an ideal response?