In which of the following situations is "safe" social interaction advisable to be included as part of the helping process?
A)When children or adolescents need help in lowering their defenses
B)When it is conducive to delay reaching a solution to a problematic area
C)When a social worker is inexperienced and needs to manage his or her anxiety
D)When a client resists a social worker's sarcastic and humor-filled conversation

Question

In which of the following situations is "safe" social interaction advisable to be included as part of the helping process?
A)​When children or adolescents need help in lowering their defenses
B)​When it is conducive to delay reaching a solution to a problematic area
C)​When a social worker is inexperienced and needs to manage his or her anxiety
D)​When a client resists a social worker's sarcastic and humor-filled conversation

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

When children or adolescents need help in lowering their defenses, safe social interaction can be used to build rapport and trust. This can encourage them to express their true feelings and thoughts, which can aid in the helping process.

In Which of the Following Situations Is "Safe" Social Interaction