Question 1

Eligibility standards for welfare benefits are set by:
A) local governments.
B) state governments.
C) the federal government.
D) a special commission.

Accepted Answer

State governments set eligibility standards for welfare benefits, although they must comply with federal guidelines.

Question 2

The policy of getting patients out of long-stay mental hospitals is called:
A) restitution.
B) substitution.
C) deinstitutionalization.
D) crisis intervention.

Accepted Answer

Deinstitutionalization refers to the policy of moving patients out of long-stay mental hospitals and instead treating them in community-based settings to provide more humane and individualized care.

Question 3

One difference between abuse and neglect of a child is that:
A) neglect is an act of commission while abuse is an act of omission.
B) abuse is always more threatening to the child's well-being than neglect.
C) neglect is more likely to be involuntary on the part of the caregiver than is abuse.
D) cases of neglect are easier to define than cases of abuse.

Accepted Answer

Neglect often involves a failure to meet the child's basic needs, which can sometimes be due to circumstances beyond the caregiver's control, making it more likely to be involuntary. Abuse, on the other hand, involves deliberate harm or endangerment to the child.

Question 4

Which statement about mental health is accurate?
A) There has been an increase in the number of resident mental patients since the 1950s.
B) A full spectrum of aftercare services is routinely provided to ex-mental patients.
C) Mental patients do not stay in the hospital as long on average as they did decades ago.
D) The number of community mental health centers is adequate to serve the entire population.

Accepted Answer

The average length of hospital stays for mental patients has decreased over the decades, largely due to changes in treatment approaches, including the shift towards outpatient care and the use of medications that can manage symptoms effectively outside of a hospital setting.

Question 5

People who are prescribed this drug frequently become addicted to it.
A) Cannabis
B) Alcohol
C) Opiates
D) None of these

Accepted Answer

Opiates are highly addictive substances that are often prescribed for pain relief. People can quickly develop a dependence on them, leading to addiction.

Question 6

According to government regulations, food stamps:
A) can only be used for buying food.
B) may be redeemed for cash.
C) can be used to buy paper products.
D) can be used to buy cigarettes.

Accepted Answer

Food stamps, under government regulations, are specifically designated for the purchase of food items and cannot be used to buy non-food items such as paper products, cigarettes, or redeemed for cash.

Question 7

The greatest number of institutionalized elderly persons are in:
A) mental hospitals.
B) hospitals for the chronically ill.
C) prisons.
D) nursing homes.

Accepted Answer

The greatest number of institutionalized elderly persons are in nursing homes, as these facilities are specifically designed to provide long-term care for older adults who require assistance with daily activities and health care.

Question 8

The aged poor, young children, and handicapped persons are likely to be classified among the:
A) deserving poor.
B) able-bodied poor.
C) Able-bodied poor.
D) the "silent majority."

Accepted Answer

The aged poor, young children, and handicapped persons are often considered the "deserving poor" because their inability to work or support themselves is typically seen as beyond their control, making them more sympathetic figures in the eyes of society and policymakers.

Question 9

The most frequently used treatment for heroin addiction is/are:
A) detoxification in a hospital.
B) self-help groups.
C) psychotherapy.
D) methadone maintenance.

Accepted Answer

Methadone maintenance is the most frequently used treatment for heroin addiction. It involves the use of methadone, a long-acting opioid agonist, to reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms, allowing individuals to avoid the highs and lows associated with heroin use.

Question 10

According to your text, the program most people are talking about when they refer to "welfare" is:
A) Social Security.
B) AFDC.
C) general assistance.
D) food stamps.

Accepted Answer

When most people refer to "welfare," they are usually talking about the Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC) program, which provides financial assistance to children and their families. This program is often the focal point of discussions around welfare in the United States.

Question 11

The welfare system has been criticized on the grounds that it:
A) rewards irresponsible behavior.
B) leads to family nonformation.
C) minimizes work incentives for the poor.
D) all of these.

Accepted Answer

The welfare system has been criticized for all of these reasons: rewarding irresponsible behavior, leading to family nonformation, and minimizing work incentives for the poor. Critics argue that the structure of welfare programs can inadvertently create disincentives for work and family formation.

Question 12

Most mental health experts have come to the conclusion that deinstitutionalization is:
A) a bad policy that could never have succeeded.
B) a good policy that was badly implemented.
C) a good policy that was successfully implemented.
D) a bad policy that worked very well.

Accepted Answer

Deinstitutionalization, the process of reducing the population of mental health hospitals and transferring care to community-based settings, is generally seen as a well-intentioned policy. However, its implementation has faced significant challenges, including inadequate funding and resources for community services, leading many experts to view it as a good idea that was poorly executed.

Question 13

Which statement about the rehabilitation of offenders is accurate?
A) Prison is a good place to learn to function in a free society.
B) Efforts at rehabilitation are generally successful.
C) We don't know which kind of program will be most effective for a given offender.
D) Offenders don't want to be rehabilitated.

Accepted Answer

The effectiveness of rehabilitation programs varies widely among offenders, and it is challenging to predict which program will be most effective for a particular individual. This uncertainty reflects the complexity of criminal behavior and the diverse needs of offenders.

Question 14

Which of the following is not an indirect result of unemployment?
A) Increase in some physical illnesses
B) Increased mental illness
C) Increased numbers applying for unemployment insurance
D) Increased prison admissions

Accepted Answer

Applying for unemployment insurance is a direct result of unemployment, not an indirect one. Indirect results typically involve broader social and health impacts, such as increases in physical and mental illnesses or prison admissions, which can be consequences of the economic and social strain caused by unemployment.

Question 15

Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) is:
A) a genetic disorder.
B) a bacterial infection.
C) a viral disease.
D) a disorder of the nervous system.

Accepted Answer

AIDS is caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), which is a virus, not a genetic disorder, bacterial infection, or a disorder of the nervous system.

Question 16

Which of the following is not a mandated or required service for community mental health centers?
A) Research and evaluation
B) Emergency care
C) Outpatient care
D) Inpatient care

Accepted Answer

Research and evaluation are not mandated services for community mental health centers; the core services typically include emergency care, outpatient care, and inpatient care among others.

Question 17

Which is not a typical characteristic of parents who abuse their children?
A) Middle-class status
B) Unemployed
C) Substance abusers
D) Young adults

Accepted Answer

Child abuse is not confined to any single socioeconomic status, and while stress factors such as unemployment, substance abuse, and being a young adult can increase the risk of abusive behavior, middle-class status itself is not typically considered a characteristic of parents who abuse their children.

Question 18

Parents who abuse their children:
A) were invariably abused by their parents.
B) are more likely to have low rather than high incomes.
C) do not benefit from counseling.
D) are virtually never found in middle- and upper-class homes.

Accepted Answer

Parents who abuse their children are more likely to have low rather than high incomes. This is supported by research indicating that socioeconomic factors, including financial stress, can contribute to a higher risk of child abuse within families. However, it's important to note that child abuse occurs across all socioeconomic levels, but the correlation with lower income levels is due to the increased stress and fewer resources available to cope with parenting challenges.

Question 19

One reason that alternatives to incarceration of criminals are being tried is:
A) that conventional probation and parole programs are well staffed.
B) the high cost of incarceration.
C) the alternatives have been proven to reduce recidivism.
D) they are generally more secure than incarceration.

Accepted Answer

Alternatives to incarceration are being explored primarily due to the high cost associated with incarcerating individuals. Incarceration is expensive for the government and taxpayers, covering costs related to facilities, staffing, and maintenance. Alternatives can provide cost-effective solutions while still addressing public safety and rehabilitation.

Question 20

What is the preferred treatment for child abuse?
A) Place the abused child in a foster home
B) Place the child in an institution
C) Punish the abusive parents
D) Help the parents become more effective as parents

Accepted Answer

The preferred treatment for child abuse focuses on helping the parents become more effective as parents. This approach aims to address the root causes of abuse, improve family dynamics, and ensure the child's safety and well-being within their family environment whenever possible.

Quiz 2: Groups in Need

Eligibility standards for welfare benefits are set by:

The policy of getting patients out of long-stay mental hospitals is called:

One difference between abuse and neglect of a child is that:

Which statement about mental health is accurate?

People who are prescribed this drug frequently become addicted to it.

According to government regulations, food stamps:

The greatest number of institutionalized elderly persons are in:

The aged poor, young children, and handicapped persons are likely to be classified among the:

The most frequently used treatment for heroin addiction is/are:

According to your text, the program most people are talking about when they refer to "welfare" is:

The welfare system has been criticized on the grounds that it:

Most mental health experts have come to the conclusion that deinstitutionalization is:

Which statement about the rehabilitation of offenders is accurate?

Which of the following is not an indirect result of unemployment?

Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) is:

Which of the following is not a mandated or required service for community mental health centers?

Which is not a typical characteristic of parents who abuse their children?

Parents who abuse their children:

One reason that alternatives to incarceration of criminals are being tried is:

What is the preferred treatment for child abuse?