A client who is unable to tolerate frustration had a tendency to discharge tension by action is said to
A. act-in.
B. act-out.
C. decompensate.
D. sublimate.
C. decompensate.
This is a simple definitional question. Decompensation involves psychologically losing touch with reality and a weakening ego function. Sublimation is a high-level defense where raw id impulses are transformed into socially acceptable activities.
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Insecurity tends to accelerate the aging process.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Because the rates under treatment approach to needs assessment looks only at those currently utilizing services, it is vulnerable to underestimating the true extent of need
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
What kinds of assessment should Emelia try to arrange for the Snyders?
Emelia coordinated a Meals on Wheels Program for the elderly, and supervised 10 volunteers who delivered the meals. One day, when Emelia filled in for a volunteer and delivered a meal to the Snyders, she found Mr. Snyder very agitated and worried because Mrs. Snyder was missing. Apparently she had wandered off before. Because it was cold outside and they lived two blocks from a busy street, Emelia was alarmed and struggled with how to respond to this unexpected situation. As she tried to prioritize her responsibilities, she began to wonder if her volunteers were communicating with her and if they were well-trained for their responsibilities.
Wedge issues are:
A) Issues that are alike. B) Issues that favor two opposing groups. C) Issues that are divisive. D) Issues that are dead on the agenda.