Question 1

Which one of the following is the best conceptual model for working with juvenile offenders:&#10;A)Cognitive behavioral therapy focused on distortions&#10;B)Behavioral parent training&#10;C)Psychodynamic therapy focused on insight&#10;D)Social-ecological views

Accepted Answer

Social-ecological views consider the multiple factors and systems influencing juvenile behavior, making it a comprehensive model for addressing the complex needs of juvenile offenders.

Question 2

In terms of worker knowledge and skills a key issue when working with juveniles with delinquent behavior is:&#10;A)Understanding the assessment process&#10;B)Self-awareness of ones' own issues with authority and conflict&#10;C)Knowledge of gang culture&#10;D)Skills in individual therapy

Accepted Answer

Self-awareness of one's own issues with authority and conflict is crucial because it helps workers manage their reactions and interactions with juveniles, ensuring they provide effective support without personal biases interfering.

Question 3

It is important to emphasize to a juvenile offender that going through the court process means they have few options and must comply with services.

Accepted Answer

It is important to emphasize to a juvenile offender that the court process is an opportunity for rehabilitation and that they have options to make positive changes, rather than focusing solely on compliance.

Question 4

When rehearsed behavior change does not transfer to other settings the behavior has not&#10;A)Integrated&#10;B)Translated&#10;C)Generalized&#10;D)Migrated

Accepted Answer

Generalization refers to the transfer of learned behavior to different settings or situations. If behavior change does not transfer, it has not generalized.

Question 5

The programs that are found to be most effective with juvenile delinquents are boot-camps,training schools,and other non-community based programs.

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that community-based programs, rather than boot camps or training schools, are generally more effective in rehabilitating juvenile delinquents by addressing underlying issues and promoting positive behavior change.

Question 6

The term that is used to describe mutual cycles of demands,noncompliance,threats and violence in families is called coercive interactions.

Accepted Answer

Coercive interactions refer to a pattern of behavior in families where demands, noncompliance, threats, and violence are used to control or influence others, often leading to a cycle of negative interactions.

Question 7

An adolescent mentally rehearsing the consequences of an aggressive action is an example of&#10;A)Modeling&#10;B)Cognitive restructuring&#10;C)Negative thinking&#10;D)Self-reflection

Accepted Answer

Cognitive restructuring involves changing thought patterns, and mentally rehearsing consequences is a way to alter one's thinking about actions.

Question 8

Cognitive distortions are assessed by considering the adolescents:&#10;A)Self-statements&#10;B)Beliefs and attitudes&#10;C)Attributions&#10;D)All of the above

Accepted Answer

Cognitive distortions in adolescents are assessed by examining their self-statements, beliefs and attitudes, and attributions, as all these factors contribute to how they perceive and interpret experiences.

Question 9

A research study by Andrews and colleagues 1996)found that programs have minimal impact on juvenile offender recidivism.

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Question 10

Social workers that work with juveniles in the legal system complete all of the following tasks except:&#10;A)Assist before and during the court proceedings&#10;B)Determine the placement,community-based or institutional&#10;C)Provide follow-up and supervision&#10;D)Develop long-term plans

Accepted Answer

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Question 11

Approximately 13 to 15 million juveniles are arrested for delinquent acts each year.

Accepted Answer

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Deck 8: Behavioral and Delinquency Issues