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When applying behavior analysis, assessment guides the recognition of target behaviors and the development of an intervention. What are the four methods utilized to obtain a complete understanding of a person's behavior?

  1. Direct observation, self-report, testing and collateral contacts
  2. Indirect observation, interviews, tests and medical records
  3. Interviews, checklists, problem identifying and observation
  4. Direct observation, interviews, checklists and tests

Answer(s): D

Explanation:

The four major methods of obtaining assessment information are direct observation, interviews, checklists and tests. These methods allow a clinical social worker to identify target behaviors, which must be observable and measurable. Typically there are multiple behaviors identified and the social worker must prioritize for intervention.



Ashley's family has sought out the services of a clinical social worker to determine what kind of problems their child is having. She tends to display involuntary movements such as repeatedly blinking her eyes and saying things at inappropriate times. These issues have worsened with age. Her father states that there is an uncle in the family who demonstrates the same behaviors. What might be the findings of the social worker's assessment?

  1. Obsessive compulsive behavior
  2. Narcissistic disorder
  3. Tourette syndrome
  4. Alter-ego disorder

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

People with Tourette syndrome display behaviors that they think need to be performed before they can relax or calm down. Tics, or involuntary body movements, will increase with anxiety and excitement. Family members with the same disorder can be found in one third of all cases.



Many clinical social workers utilize a therapy-not to be confused with classical conditioning-that deals with modifications of voluntary behaviors caused by environmental influences. This kind of therapy includes four basic consequences: positive reinforcement, negative reinforcement, positive punishment and negative punishment.
Which of the following therapies is described above?

  1. Focused Change
  2. Solution Focused Therapy
  3. Behavior Modification
  4. None of the above

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

Behavior modification looks at the antecedent and consequences that cause negative behaviors. Reinforcement and punishment are the main tools of this therapy.



Person-centered therapy demonstrates emotional understanding and sensitivity towards the client's point of view. The clinical social worker's job is to listen and give complete attention to what the client is verbalizing. Which three attitudes on the part of the professional make this therapy productive?

  1. Empathy, compassion, and coerciveness
  2. Formality, positive reaction, and covert behavior
  3. Instruction, congruence and empathy
  4. Active listening, positive regard and congruence

Answer(s): D

Explanation:

Active listening, positive regard and congruence are important facets of person-centered therapy. The therapy should be determined by the client and the motive is to increase the individual's self-understanding and insight.






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