What approach should a social worker take when working with a client who is not ready to make a positive change?

A. Refer the individual to law enforcement so that the change is made mandatory.
B. Leave the individual to work things out for himself.
C. Continue to work with the client-listening, negotiating, and mediating-until he or she is ready for change.
D. Work with the individual's family to increase social pressure to change.


Answer: C

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