Over time, closed systems tend to lose their ability to function and can eventually stagnate and die. In systems theory this phenomenon is known as:

a. steady state
b. equifinality
c. entropy
d. synergy


c

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In a group setting with child counselees, the youngsters regularly present views about parents, teachers, the school, etc. The leader, should:

A) ?Maintain partiality B) ?Express his own views on the matter C) ?Remain neutral D) ?Weigh his responses carefully before agreeing or disagreeing with the children

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Self-awareness is important in the human services worker when dealing with clients mainly because _______.

A. the worker must keep in mind his or her own limitations B. the client will only respect workers that have confidence C. the worker must understand how they stand in relation to the client D. the client will not trust the worker unless the worker has professional ethics

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Social workers often serve in formal and informal leadership roles within the healthcare field. List three factors that contribute to social workers being well equipped to hold these positions.

What will be an ideal response?

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Counseling students and group members are at very different stages of:

A) ?their counseling program education. B) ?their cultural awareness and identity development. C) ?limitations. D) ?professional competence.

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