The everyday error that involves choosing to look at things that are in line with our own preferences or beliefs is called:

a. Overgeneralization
b. Selective observation
c. Inaccurate observation
d. Illogical reasoning
e. Resistance to change


b. Selective observation

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Individually oriented strategies work best within a systemic framework particularly when the presenting problem is a ______________

a. "general psychopathological problems". b. "specific psychopathological syndrome". c. "situational stressor". d. "horizontal stressor". e. none of the above.

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Society's role in representing the interests of children is called ______

a. local control b. habeas corpus c. absolute sovereignty d. parens patriae

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Which statement is most true of "contracting out" services by public agencies?

a) Contracting out is a fairly recent means of funding social welfare services. b) Contracting out rarely if ever involves participation by private, for profit organizations. c) Contracting out almost always improves the delivery of social welfare services. d) None of the above

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A client is currently taking Clozaril for the treatment of Schizophrenia. The client is MOST likely going to be required to undergo what medical monitoring due to this medication use.

A. Weight checks B. Blood work C. Dietary restictions D. Exercise regimen

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