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1. A characteristic considered to be unproductive and ineffective for helping clients is to: a. share persistent reactions to the client in an appropriate and timely manner. b. question life and engage in critical self-examination of one’s beliefs and values. […]

1. Which of the following is a recommended suggestion for deriving the maximum benefit from fieldwork and supervision? a. Limit yourself to one kind of population in order to gain expertise in that area. b. Try to make the agency […]

1. Group work can be seen as a treatment of choice because of all of the following EXCEPT a. through feedback of other members and the leader, individuals have a chance to learn about themselves. b. by sharing feelings with […]

1. _____ is a multifaceted approach combining direct and indirect services to help community members live more effectively and to prevent the problems most frequently faced by those who use the services. a. Group counseling b. Community counseling c. Client […]

1. Which of the following is true concerning burnout? a. Burnout is something that simply happens to you suddenly. b. Professionals that limit themselves to one type of activity are less susceptible to burnout than those who perform a variety […]

1. __________ is a feeling of strain and pressure that can originate from external sources or internal sources. a. Crises b. Vicarious trauma c. Stress d. Burnout 2. The perception or experiencing of an event or situation as an intolerable […]

1. Which of the following is true concerning rules in dysfunctional family systems? a. The number of rules is small, and is applied consistently. b. Rules are humanly possible to keep relevant and flexible. c. Rules are rigid and serve […]

1. Which of the following is NOT a value on which helping relationships are based? a. Assuming responsibility for one’s actions b. Practicing self-control c. Being committed to marriage, family, and other relationships d. Practicing good habits of physical health […]

1. A comparison of Western and Eastern systems shows some striking differences in value orientations. Individuals coming from a Western culture tend to place prime value on a. the uniqueness of the individual, self-assertion, and the strengthening of the ego. […]

1. All of the following are examples of a counseling situation that could lead to countertransference EXCEPT a. You have been a victim of domestic abuse and your male client discloses that he hit his wife because he couldn’t get […]

1. Effective helpers have all of the following EXCEPT a. hold positive beliefs about people. b. ground their interventions in personal experience, expecting clients to hold the same values. c. are respectful of cultural differences. d. have a healthy self-concept. […]

1. If your approach to helping puts emphasis on gaining insight, much of your time with clients will likely be spent in a. getting clients to examine their cognitions. b. encouraging clients to identify and express their feelings. c. exploring […]

1. Which of the following is true concerning ethical issues? a. Making ethical decisions involves issues of right and wrong. b. Ethical codes are dogma and can assist you in making the best possible decisions for the benefit of the […]

1. Which of the following is NOT true concerning dual relationships? a. Dual relationships are avoidable and always harmful. b. Dual relationships challenge helpers to examine the motivations for their practice. c. Few absolute answers can be applied in the […]

__________ help people become aware of their cognitions (the dialogue that goes on within us) and how their thinking affects how they feel and act. a. Cognitive therapists b. Rational emotive behavior therapy c. Adlerian therapy d. Individual stressors In […]

Which stage of a group is characterized by dealing with conflict, defensiveness, and resistance? a. Working b. Transition c. Final d. Initial The MSW (Master in Social Work) degree a. is focused on assessment, diagnosis, and treatment procedures for mildly […]

People with disabilities generally report __________ as major impediments in living with a disability. a. physical barriers more thanpsychosocial issues b. psychosocial issues more thanphysical barriers c. physical pain less thaninternalized discrimination d. body dysmorphic disorder less thanfinancial problems Which […]

Self-care is not a(n) a. narcissistic luxury. b. human requisite. c. ethical imperative. d. clinical necessity. Recording your self-talk for 15 minutes at the same time each day for several days describes which productive way to become more aware of […]

Any indigenous healing practices may a. cause helpers to feel a heightened sense of anxiety. b. benefit the helper’s self-care program. c. require helpers to abandon their own religious or spiritual values. d. may be unethical and illegal. In cases […]

Home visits, and out-of-office visits fall into the category of a. boundary crossings. b. boundary violations. c. boundary considerations. d. none of the above. A counselor working with a group of traumatized veterans who served in Iraq and Afghanistan may […]

Your __________ pertain to what you hope to accomplish in an occupation. a. work salaries b. work needs c. work values d. work priorities Many training programs offer some __________ in which students can become more aware of how their […]

Sometimes, the initial level of intervention does not resolve a client’s crisis. The effects of the crisis can linger, and vestiges much be worked through. This is where __________ becomes necessary. a. first-order intervention b. second-order intervention c. psychological first […]

A __________ is when helpers temporarily put their reactions aside and later process them in their own therapy. a. political transference b. parallel process c. resistance d. transference Leading a group is _____ than working on an individual basis with […]

Gestalt therapy focuses on all of the following EXCEPT a. bringing unfinished business from the past into the present. b. objective evaluation of treatment outcomes. c. direct experiencing. d. awareness. Barbara constantly compliments and attempts to flatter her counselor with […]

There are many considerations to take into account when selecting your educational program and your career in the helping professions. Which of the following is NOT a topic in the book? a. The joys and rewards of being a helping […]