Gerontology is the study of

a) social processes of aging
b) multiple processes of aging
c) biological processes of aging
d) psychological processes of aging


B

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a. legal documents developed for each student with a disability b. intended to ensure that the child receives an appropriate education in the least restrictive environment c. initiatives designed for lower-income people in general d. a and b

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When working with any given group, only 1-2% of the population could potentially be members of the LGBT community.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Joan tells her social worker that when her husband Mike comes home from work after having a few drinks, he is often verbally and physically aggressive with her and their children. Mike's drinking has increased and he is clearly using alcohol regularly. He has been arrested twice for driving while intoxicated. Joan is obviously fearful and asks the social worker for assistance. What should the social worker do first?

A. Ask Mike to come in for treatment and work with him around his alcohol problem. B. Suggest family treatment to encourage Mike to seek help. C. Work with Joan to help her protect herself and the children, either through the child protective agency, a shelter or through a court order of protection. D. Suggest a medical examination for Joan and the children.

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The term “charitable choice” relates to

a. Dissemination of the welfare grant. b. The tax deduction for giving to charity. c. The contracting out of social services through community-based religious organizations. d. The attempt to get welfare recipients to marry.

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