A theory would be best defined as:
a. speculations that social scientists make regarding human behavior and social
phenomena.
b. a set of interrelated, abstract concepts and statements that offer an explanation
of some phenomenon.
c. assumptions that have been proven through research to be true.
d. concepts and statements that may be true but about which there is no
evidence.
B
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Mary Richmond, the author of “Social Diagnosis” is most famous for founding the Settlement Movement in the late
1800’s.
a. True b. False
In research that involves deception, the purpose of the debriefing is:
a. to inform research participants of any deceptions that were utilized in the research. b. to ensure that the research participants do not detect the true purpose of the research. c. to make sure that the deception continues. d. to ensure that the anonymity or confidentiality of the research participants is maintained.
If an organization can establish some____________, then it can document more accurately for potential contributors exactly how much progress has been made or could be made with additional funding.
A. specific objectives B. measurable baseline C. potential donor pool D. financial resources
What were Linda’s previous experiences with group work? How might this influence her wishes for the group?
As an employee of a private, nonprofit HIV/AIDS clinic in a rural North Carolina community, Linda Summerfield’s job was to provide direct services to people with HIV/AIDS as well as to connect them with resources. Aware of their needs, she also respected their need for confidentiality and anonymity in an area where issues surrounding HIV/AIDS were highly charged and prejudice was common. In 1999, Linda was also eager to help six men in her caseload who were struggling with uncertainty, loneliness, and isolation. Aware of their shared needs, she believed in the healing power of group work for such clients. Although initially reluctant, the six men agreed to “meet” via telephone and, despite their apprehension and some technical difficulties, after five weeks all agreed that the experience was helpful. But when meeting via telephone became unworkable, Linda faced decisions over whether and how or where to persuade the men to continue meeting.