A type of research design in which people of varying ages are analyzed at a single point in time is called ______.
a. longitudinal design
b. cross-sectional design
c. survey research
d. experimental design
e. control group
b. cross-sectional design
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Tom practices as a social worker at US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Several years ago he
was a social work student in a research methods course. He claims that he enjoyed some aspects of the course, but that his passion was for direct clinical practice. Currently he enjoys his practice at the VA, but he also realizes that his knowledge of research methods benefits his practice skills. According to the text, what may Tom be embracing? a) Ethics b) Commitment to neutrality c) Differences between social work practice and research d) Similarities between social work practice and research
The "Tarasoff Case" made it clear that:
A. when breaking confidentiality consult with your supervisor and listen to what he or she says. Ultimate, your supervisor is responsible if something happens B. records are never confidential. C. if a client is in danger of harming self or other, one needs to do all that is necessary to ensure no one is harmed. D. confidentiality is assured as long as you have "privileged communication."
Successful aging is used to describe older adults who have a good income and who live with a family member
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following policy innovations is most likely to be implemented?
A) A noncontroversial policy that can be enacted by one agency. B) A policy that needs considerable resources, but does not change the status quo. C) A vague policy that requires cooperation between different agencies. D) A policy that has many, clearly defined tasks.