What term do Coleman and Kerbo define as a breakdown of social structure, so that its various parts no longer work together as smoothly as they should?

A. Latent function
B. Manifest function
C. Dysfunction
D. Social disorganization


Answer: D

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The "personal is political" happens when

A. A clinician talks about politics B. An organizer admits to emotional needs and concerns in the group C. Dynamics of power are shifted so those being 'helped' no longer feel deferential as they work with professionals D. People get to vent their emotions in a community group setting

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In the case study of Todd Larkin, a gay youth, social support first became available

through A. His peer group in high school B. His social work instructor at the university C. Co-workers at his part-time job D. A group run by the Campus Ministry at the university

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One important characteristic of social work, that sets it apart from other academic fields

associated with the helping professions, is that it: A) Focuses on the individual psyche. B) Places emphasis on the biological and neurochemical makeup of the individual. C) Places a strong emphasis on theories of personality. D) Places a person's well-being in the context and well-being of society.

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When interviewing clients from other cultures:

A) The interviewer should try to adopt the client's style of speaking and nonverbal behavior. B) The interviewer should stick to his or her own style of interviewing, so the interview doesn't become confusing for the client. C) The interviewer should be flexible and adapt his or her use of skills to accommodate the client's culture. D) The interviewer should prepare the client to be referred to another professional from his or her own cultural background.

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