Question 1

Almshouses were:

Accepted Answer

Almshouses were shelters for the poor, often maintained by charitable organizations or churches. They provided basic housing, food, and sometimes medical care for those in need.

Question 2

One of the main differences between the settlement movement and Charity Organization Societies (COSs) was:

Accepted Answer

COSs focused on sending volunteers into poor districts to offer aid and counseling, while settlement houses had volunteers who would live in the district to fully understand the problems and provide a variety of aid, including social, educational, and recreational.

Question 3

For many years, __________ was the treatment of choice for mental illness. After a paradigm shift took place, it was recognized that this approach should not be the treatment of choice in many cases.

Accepted Answer

Psychoanalysis was the treatment of choice for mental illness for many years, but after a paradigm shift took place in the field, it was recognized that this approach should not be the treatment of choice in many cases. This led to the development and acceptance of other forms of therapy, such as cognitive and behavioral therapy, as more effective treatments for certain mental health conditions.

Question 4

Which of the following individuals founded the American Psychological Association (APA) more than 100 years ago?

Accepted Answer

G. Stanley Hall founded the American Psychological Association (APA) in 1892.

Question 5

Which of the following is a benefit of program accreditation?

Accepted Answer

Graduates of accredited programs often receive waivers of some requirements needed for credentialing, making it easier and quicker for them to obtain professional licensure or certification.

Question 6

Who was responsible for emphasizing a greater systems focus to the human services field?

Accepted Answer

Virginia Satir was a key figure in the development of family therapy and emphasized a systems approach to understanding human behavior, which significantly influenced the human services field.

Question 7

Who is considered the founder of the human service field?

Accepted Answer

Harold McPheeters is considered the founder of the human service field due to his significant contributions in developing human services education and training programs.

Question 8

Which of the following has been critical to the development of accreditation standards and in the credentialing process of human service providers?

Accepted Answer

The Skill Standards, developed by the National Organization for Human Services (NOHS), have been critical in setting standards for the education, training, and skills needed by human service providers. These standards have been used in the development of accreditation standards and in the credentialing process of human service providers. The other options listed are specific to particular organizations or professional groups and are not as broadly influential in the field of human services.

Question 9

Which is not true of the Poor Laws of 1601?

Accepted Answer

The Poor Laws of 1601 did not create Charity Organization Societies and "friendly visitors" for the poor. These concepts emerged much later as part of the Charity Organization Society movement in the 19th century, which aimed to systematize aid and reduce dependency through coordinated efforts and investigation of the needs of the poor. The Poor Laws of 1601, also known as the Elizabethan Poor Law, established a system for providing relief to the poor, which was overseen by local parishes and financed by a local tax.

Question 10

Which of the following were known as two of the first experimental psychologists?

Accepted Answer

Francis Galton and Wilhelm Wundt are known as two of the first experimental psychologists. Galton conducted research on human characteristics and abilities, while Wundt is known as the "father of modern psychology" for his work establishing psychology as an experimental science.

Question 11

This initiative by President Lyndon Johnson provided most of the legislation that created the funding for many social service programs.

Accepted Answer

The Great Society was President Lyndon Johnson's domestic agenda aimed at eliminating poverty and racial injustice in the United States. It provided the funding for various social service programs such as Medicare, Medicaid, and Head Start.

Question 12

Who dismissed the notion that evil spirits were responsible for emotional ills and suggested what some today might consider modern ways of treating individuals with emotional problems?

Accepted Answer

Hippocrates dismissed the notion that evil spirits were responsible for emotional ills and instead suggested a more empirical and rational approach to healing individuals with emotional problems. He emphasized the importance of observing and treating physical symptoms, as well as psychological and environmental factors that may contribute to emotional distress. This approach is considered a precursor to modern approaches to psychiatry and psychology.

Question 13

An organization responsible for the accreditation of human service programs and to establish credentialing for human services is:

Accepted Answer

CSHSE (Council for Standards in Human Service Education) is the only organization mentioned that specifically focuses on accrediting human service programs and establishing credentialing for human services. ACA (American Counseling Association) and CORE (Council on Rehabilitation Education) have similar goals but do not exclusively focus on human services. NOHSE (National Organization for Human Services Education) does not seem to have a clear purpose and does not appear to be a known accrediting body.

Question 14

Once Marshall completes his training and becomes certified in human services, which of the following should he expect to do?

Accepted Answer

As a certified human services professional, Marshall should expect to participate in ongoing learning opportunities to stay up-to-date with any changes in the field. This may involve attending conferences, workshops, or other training sessions. Conducting individual and group psychotherapy on a weekly basis and teaching undergraduate students are roles that may be fulfilled by individuals with advanced degrees in human services or related fields, while supervising up-and-coming service providers may be a role reserved for more experienced professionals.

Question 15

Who believed that introspection and reflection were the keys to understanding knowledge and reality?

Accepted Answer

Plato believed in the theory of Forms or Ideas, which suggests that true knowledge and reality exist beyond the physical realm and can only be apprehended using our intellects and reasoning abilities through introspection and reflection.

Question 16

What was (were) the major influence(s) of the 1960s that increased the need for trained human services professionals?

Accepted Answer

All of the options listed played a significant role in increasing the need for trained human services professionals. The passing of civil rights laws brought attention to issues of inequality and discrimination, leading to a demand for professionals who could advocate for marginalized communities. The Vietnam War sparked activism and social movements that brought attention to issues such as poverty and mental health, which required human services professionals to address. Growing unrest within inner cities highlighted issues such as poverty, crime, and inadequate access to healthcare and education, which required intervention from trained professionals.

Question 17

Social casework:

Accepted Answer

Social casework originated from the work of Charity Organization Societies, which focused on addressing poverty and social issues through individualized assistance and support.

Question 18

Mary Richmond was:

Accepted Answer

Mary Richmond was a pioneer in the field of social work and was instrumental in establishing social work training programs.

Question 19

From a(n) __________ perspective, it is important for helpers to be careful that they do not develop compassion fatigue/vicarious traumatization syndrome as a result of working in high stress and underpaid circumstances.

Accepted Answer

The concept of compassion fatigue and vicarious traumatization is related to the wellness perspective. It emphasizes the importance of helpers taking care of themselves both physically and mentally to be effective in their work. The other choices (B, C, and D) are not directly related to the issue of compassion fatigue.

Question 20

Which credential was designed to ensure minimum competence in the human service field as well as standing as a mark of the professional's maturity?

Accepted Answer

The HS-BCP (Human Services-Board Certified Practitioner) credential was designed to ensure minimum competence in the human service field and is considered a mark of professional maturity. The other credentials listed (NFHS, RDCHS, NAHSD) do not pertain to the human service field.

Quiz 2: History and Current Issues in Human Services