Question 1

The 1960s produced a new focus on social change versus individual pathology.

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This statement is true. The 1960s saw a shift in focus from individual pathology (such as mental illness) towards societal issues and social change, with movements such as civil rights and feminism emerging. This marked a significant change in the way society viewed and approached mental health and wellbeing.

Question 2

Identify three dimensions involved in assessment (as part of the planned change process). Explain why each sub- step is important.

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Question 3

Regarding critical thinking fallacies, mental filter refers to considering only two options when more than two should be considered.

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Mental filter refers to focusing exclusively on the negative aspects of a situation while ignoring any positive aspects. The description given matches the definition of a false dilemma or false dichotomy, not mental filter.

Question 4

Cite the six core values inherent in the NASW Code of Ethics.

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Question 5

Practitioners engaged in evidence-based practice will be critical thinkers.

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Evidence-based practice requires practitioners to use critical thinking skills to evaluate and analyze research and apply it to clinical decision-making.

Question 6

The three major social and economic changes that occurred between the Civil War and World War I that had significant effects on the evolution of social work practice were industrialization, gentrification, and the Great Depression.

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Gentrification did not occur between the Civil War and World War I. Gentrification refers to the process of renovating and improving urban neighborhoods, which did not become a priority until the late 20th century. Instead, the three major social and economic changes of this period were industrialization, urbanization, and the Great Depression, all of which had significant effects on the development of social work practice.

Question 7

What is involved in defining an organization's structure?

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Question 8

Cite four examples of how communities could be enhanced by the strengths perspective.

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Question 9

Currently in the social work profession, the BSW is considered the entry-level degree and the MSW provides advanced, specialized training.

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This statement is true. The BSW (Bachelor of Social Work) degree is the minimum requirement for many entry-level social work positions, while the MSW (Master of Social Work) degree provides more advanced and specialized training for those interested in pursuing higher-level positions or specific areas of practice.

Question 10

Review  the  following  case  scenario.  Propose  possible  micro,  mezzo,  and  macro  alternatives  you  might  pursue  on  Mr.  Pithon's behalf. 
Suppose you are a generalist practitioner for a rural Midwest county. Your job entails receiving referrals from your supervisor (who routinely receives them from an intake worker). You then establish initial connections with clients by engaging them in the problem-solving process, familiarizing them with the agency and supplying them with information, soliciting data to assist in service provision, providing short-term counseling when needed, and making referrals to agency units and other community resources as appropriate. 
You receive a referral involving an elderly individual, Monti Pithon. The person who called, Duke Earl, is one of Mr. Pithon's concerned neighbors. Mr. Earl expressed concern because Mr. Pithon twice fell down on his icy sidewalk. On neither occasion was he able to get back up and into the house. Both times Mr. Earl happened to notice the fall and assisted Mr. Pithon into the house. While inside, Mr. Earl noticed extremely chaotic conditions. Rotting garbage was strewn around the kitchen and about a dozen cats wandered around at will. Mr. Earl noticed that one pitch- black cat with a white patch over her left eye was eating what seemed to be canned creamed corn mixed with ketchup from a plate on the table that looked like it might be Mr. Pithon's lunch. Mr. Earl also expressed concern about Mr. Pithon's diet in a general sense. Mr. Earl wondered whether Mr. Pithon was able to shop or cook adequately, as he looked gaunt and thin. 
Initially, you call Mr. Earl to clarify any questions you have and to thank him for his interest and help. This means that you have engaged Mr. Earl in the problem-solving process. Subsequently, you proceed to figure out what to do about Mr. Pithon. You must also engage him as the client in the problem-solving process. Of course you, as a generalist practitioner, must work with the client to establish what he needs and wants. 
During  the  assessment  phase  of  the  problem-solving  process,  you  may  decide  to  pursue  planning  and  implementation  at  either  the  micro,  mezzo,  or  macro  level.  You  might  also  decide  that  intervention  at  more  than  one  level  would  be  appropriate.

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Question 11

The method of critical thinking discussed in the text is called the Double A approach.

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The text does not mention a method called the "Double A approach." It discusses a process called the "Critical Thinking Process."

Question 12

In the assessment step of planned change it is important to identify client strengths.

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Identifying client strengths is an important part of the assessment step in planned change as it helps to provide a foundation for building upon their existing resources and abilities. By recognizing client strengths, social workers and other change agents can help to empower clients and work collaboratively towards achieving their goals.

Question 13

Charity Organization Societies emphasized the empowerment of people.

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Charity Organization Societies focused on investigating the needs of the poor and organizing resources to assist them, rather than directly empowering individuals.

Question 14

Settlement houses focused on curing individuals versus empowering communities.

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Settlement houses were designed to empower communities and address systemic issues, not just provide charity and assistance to individuals. They aimed to improve living conditions, provide education and job training, and advocate for better policies and laws. However, they did also provide important individual services such as healthcare and childcare.

Question 15

Evidence-based practice and research-informed practice mean basically the same thing.

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Question 16

Identification with the social work profession means that social workers should serve as representatives of the profession, its mission, and its core values.

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Identification with the social work profession requires social workers to uphold and promote the values and mission of the profession, which includes serving as ambassadors of the profession.

Quiz 1: Introduction to Generalist Practice With Organizations and Communities