In a session with a social worker, the client stated that her goal was to improve her role as a mother. Which of the following questions should the social worker ask the client to determine the client's desired level of change?
A)In what way would you like to improve your functioning as a parent?
B)Are you willing to have an assessment to determine your current skill level?
C)How did you determine that your parenting needed improvement?
D)Would you be able to reach your goal by joining a parent's support group?

Question

In a session with a social worker, the client stated that her goal was to improve her role as a mother. Which of the following questions should the social worker ask the client to determine the client's desired level of change?​
A)​In what way would you like to improve your functioning as a parent?
B)​Are you willing to have an assessment to determine your current skill level?
C)​How did you determine that your parenting needed improvement?
D)​Would you be able to reach your goal by joining a parent's support group?

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

This question directly asks the client to identify how they want to improve their parenting, which will help determine what level of change they desire. Option B is not necessary at this stage and may be too invasive for the client. Option C assumes that the client has already determined that their parenting needs improvement, which may not be the case. Option D suggests an intervention without first understanding the client's specific goals and needs.

In a Session with a Social Worker, the Client Stated