In working with a client over time, a social worker should communicate an attitude of

A. concern about the client's moral responsibility for his behavior.
B. openness, affection and permissiveness.
C. accepting the client unconditionally.
D. acceptance for the client with positive though conditional regard.


D. acceptance for the client with positive though conditional regard.

Although social workers are obligated to place high priority on ethical and moral behavior, it is not useful to preach morality (A). A social worker cannot express acceptance of immoral or illegal acts (B). Social workers should support behaviors that do not damage the client and intervene if a client is self-destructive or assaultive.

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What will be an ideal response?

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