If a social worker is attempting to develop a theory, especially related to understanding
processes that are related to individual, social or cultural factors, they are using?
a. Phenomenological Approach
b. Action-Oriented Approach
c. Grounded Theory Approach
d. Ethnographic Approach
C
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Today, most Americans anticipate being able to retire by age 65.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Status is defined in the text as the potential ability to move people on a chosen course to
produce an effect or achieve some goal.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.Of the following statements, which is least likely accurate?
A. Some people support the teachings of their faith community, yet hold personal beliefs that differ from that faith. B. Religion and spirituality are related but separate phenomena. C. Membership in a religious community provides a sense of belonging D. Social workers can make accurate assumptions about clients based on their stated religious identity.
Mary meets with her patient Tina. Tina is tearful and states that she is “tired of it all.” Tina has been undergoing chemotherapy and is almost done with her treatment for lymphoma. Mary asks Tina to elaborate on what she means. Tina states, “Well, I am just so tired of treatments, and getting sick has made me realize that even if I get better now, I’m just going to get sick from something else some other time. I’m such a burden to my family and friends. I find myself constantly thinking everyone would be better if I was not around.” Mary asks Tina if she has wished she were dead or had thoughts of killing herself. Tina nods her head slowly and says, “Yes, I have had the thought at times.” Mary knows from Tina’s history that Tina did make a suicide attempt in the past,
and Tina has expressed regret for that action. Mary asks Tina if she has a plan to commit suicide and Tina says, “No, I know I would not actually act on it. It caused so many problems when I did that in the past.” Mary expresses her concern for Tina and asks Tina if she would be willing to be assessed by a psychiatrist. Tina agrees, and an appointment is set up for 2 days later. In the meantime, Tina’s family has agreed to stay with her, and Mary and Tina complete a _____________________________________. a. Civil commitment b. Voluntary commitment c. Involuntary commitment d. Safety plan