In the beginning phases of establishing a professional relationship with a client, a social worker must convey a sense that the social worker's predominant feeling is
A. a neutral attitude.
B. a sense of objective observation.
C. healthy skepticism.
D. positive acceptance.
D. positive acceptance.
Social work philosophy stresses a belief in individual worth, as well as the curative value of a positive relationship. Social workers are obligated to advocate on behalf of clients. A neutral, objective or skeptical stance does not communicate the regard essential for a social work relationship.
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