The medical model focuses on impairment, disease, and symptoms rather than on the individual. What two steps can social workers take to assist in the evolution from this model to recognition of patient self-determination and inclusion?

What will be an ideal response?


Ans: Advocate for patients; b. Provide culturally sensitive biopsychosocial-spiritual histories and assessments; c. Educate other healthcare professionals; d. Take on more leadership roles; e. Educate social work students

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In Erik Erikson’s life-cycle model of development, each stage of development involves a specific challenge or developmental turning point. This is called __________________.

a. Ego strength b. Epigenetic crisis c. Epigenetic principle d. Superego strength

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Self-disclosure helps to normalize client feelings and difficulties

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Practitioners should be aware of fears and anxieties that develop a result of traumatic

events in order to distinguish these from generalized anxiety disorder

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Assessing how many group members would be willing/able to engage in action to attempt to change social injustice is an example of assessing group ______

a. readiness b. dedication c. cohesiveness d. tolerance

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