Provide an example of a nonrandom sample and a situation in which it would be used.

What will be an ideal response?


A snowball sample, sampling gang members.

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Online self-help groups can be a tool for overcoming some of the traditional barriers to group participation. What are three benefits of online groups? What are two potential drawbacks or risks of online groups?

What will be an ideal response?

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James is a case manager for the New Day Recovery Center. This agency provides short-term treatment for individuals who have been charged with alcohol- or drug-related violations of the law. Many times, a new client will come to the center because of a court order. These clients usually are required to stay at the center for 30 days. James has been working for New Day for six months, and he has

become accustomed to the routines and the informal structure of the agency. He knows that, often times, the clients who come because of a court order are resistant to treatment and may not follow through with their treatment plan after their release. James has also learned that many of the other case managers are unwilling to discuss issues, and seem to prefer keeping to themselves. James feels isolated in his work, and is losing interest in his job. He has also been having trouble in his relationships away from work. James might benefit from which of the following activities as a way to counter the effects of burnout? 1 . Participate in relaxing activities. 2 . Find a different type of employment. 3 . Attend to minor client changes. 4 . End the unsatisfactory personal relationship(s). A) ?I and III B) ?I, III and IV C) ?II and IV D) ?I, II, III, and IV

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Dysfunctional families are caught up in destructive games, according to:

a. social constructionists b. Milan systemic therapists c. object relations therapists d. psychoeducational therapists

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_____ sets up a dynamic in which a woman’s locus of control is external to her self

a. Intergenerational abuse b. Learned helplessness c. Feminist theory d. Dually addicted theory

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