Which of the following is not a purpose of family preservation services?
A) To keep families safe
B) Avoid unnecessary placement of children in substitute care
C) Emphasize family deficits
D) Improve family functioning

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Family preservation services are designed to keep families safe and avoid unnecessary placement of children in substitute care, as well as to improve family functioning. However, emphasizing family deficits goes against the strengths-based perspective that guides family preservation services, which focuses on building upon families' existing strengths to overcome challenges. Therefore, C is not a purpose of family preservation services.

Which of the Following Is Not a Purpose of Family