Free Social Work Practice Quiz: Discover Your Potential Today

A 65-year-old Native American mother seeks therapy following the death of her son. In order to be culturally sensitive and foster a healthy therapeutic relationship with Native American clients, a social worker should observe all of the following practices EXCEPT:

An eight-year-old boy lives with his father and stepmother, who often ignore and mistreat him. While the boy’s treatment has not yet reached the level of severe abuse, the situation appears to be worsening. The stepmother seems resentful of the boy’s presence and lacks insight, and it appears that neither parent wishes for him to remain in their home. After the social worker’s attempts to improve the situation have been unsuccessful, what strategy should the social worker pursue to ensure the boy’s welfare?

A family comes to a mental health clinic seeking family therapy. During the initial assessment, the social worker discovers that the mother is abusing opioids. Which intervention should the social worker prioritize FIRST?

A case manager conducts an initial interview with a woman at a family services organization. The woman reports feeling depressed recently but insists that she “has no problems in her life,” stating that she “shouldn’t feel this way.” She is married, has a stable job, and two healthy children. What should the social worker do first?

A diagnosis of schizophreniform disorder is differentiated from schizophrenia by the following key factors:

Which of the following answers best represents the most characteristic trait of obsessive-compulsive personality disorder?

An individual who meets the DSM-5-TR criteria for oppositional defiant disorder will exhibit all of the following characteristics EXCEPT:

Jack has a fear of enclosed spaces, such as trains, tunnels, under bridges, and other areas without easily accessible exits. This fear has persisted for more than two years, leading him to limit his activities to those where he can be accompanied by his “safe” friends. Most of the time, Jack’s mobility is restricted, and when he goes out, he requires adjustments to be made. Based on Jack’s symptoms, he is likely experiencing:

An unmarried mother is seeking to put her child up for adoption but refuses to disclose the child’s father. According to judicial precedents, the adoption process may not be legal if the father’s approval is not sought. Additionally, information about the father’s health could be important to the adoption process. In this situation, the social worker should FIRST: