Question 1

When designing a group for a diverse population, one of the skills needed is an in-depth knowledge of how to use group work with that population.

Accepted Answer

Understanding the specific needs, cultural backgrounds, and social contexts of a diverse population is crucial for effectively designing and facilitating group work that is inclusive, respectful, and beneficial for all members.

Question 2

What is the diagnostic term for an individual who restricts food intake, resulting in low body weight outside the norms for age, sex, development, and physical heath?

Accepted Answer

Anorexia nervosa is characterized by restricted food intake leading to significantly low body weight in the context of age, sex, developmental trajectory, and physical health, along with an intense fear of gaining weight or becoming fat, and a disturbance in the way one's body weight or shape is experienced.

Question 3

Which of the following statements is true, with regards to eating disorders?

Accepted Answer

The greatest disparity between genders is found in Binge Eating Disorder (BED), rather than Bulimia Nervosa (BN) or Anorexia Nervosa (AN), with BED being more common in women than men, but not to the extent seen in AN or BN.

Question 4

Which of the following statements is true of offenders of domestic violence?

Accepted Answer

All of these statements are true of offenders of domestic violence. They often seek to control their victims' lives, blame their victims for their own violent behavior, and adhere to rigid and stereotypical gender roles within their relationships. These behaviors are part of a pattern of power and control that characterizes domestic violence.

Question 5

When grieving people resist letting go of the past, the Westberg model states they are in the ________ stage.

Accepted Answer

The Westberg model of grief identifies "reentry difficulties" as a stage where grieving individuals may resist moving forward and struggle with letting go of the past. This stage encompasses challenges in adapting to new realities and roles following a loss.

Question 6

The growth of adolescents is often very predictable and even.

Accepted Answer

Adolescent growth can vary significantly among individuals, with spurts and plateaus, making it unpredictable and uneven.

Question 7

Stage Four in the Kubler-Ross model of grief is

Accepted Answer

Stage Four in the Kubler-Ross model, also known as the five stages of grief, is depression. This stage is characterized by feelings of sadness, regret, fear, and uncertainty as individuals begin to understand the reality and inevitability of death or loss.

Question 8

In working with adolescents, it is important to do all of the following except

Accepted Answer

Allowing adolescents to navigate and resolve conflicts on their own, with guidance as necessary, helps them develop important social and problem-solving skills. Immediate intervention from an adult can hinder this development.

Question 9

According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, which of the following factors carries the strongest risk for transmitting violent behavior from one generation to the next?

Accepted Answer

Witnessing violence in the home is considered the strongest risk factor for transmitting violent behavior from one generation to the next, as it normalizes violence for children and can perpetuate a cycle of violence.

Question 10

There are currently roughly over ______ people aged 65 and older in the United States.

Accepted Answer

As of my last update in 2023, there are approximately 45 million people aged 65 and older in the United States, reflecting the aging population trend.

Question 11

Which of the following tools identifies different ways that abusers inflict harm on their victims?

Accepted Answer

The Power and Control Wheel is a tool that is specifically designed to illustrate the various tactics employed by abusers to exert power and control over their victims, encompassing different forms of abuse such as emotional, psychological, physical, and sexual.

Question 12

Domestic violence can be defined as any act that perpetuates fear and intimidation over another by utilizing elements of power and control. Those acts include all of the following except

Accepted Answer

Domestic violence involves acts of violence or abuse by one person against another in a domestic setting, such as in marriage or cohabitation. It includes physical, sexual, and psychological abuse but does not typically include self-harm, as self-harm is an act inflicted upon oneself, not an act of power and control over another.

Question 13

What is the diagnostic term for an episode in which an individual consumes large amounts of food within any two-hour period and lacks a sense of control over eating during the episode?

Accepted Answer

Binge-eating disorder is characterized by episodes of consuming large amounts of food in a short period, typically two hours, accompanied by a feeling of loss of control over eating during the episode.

Question 14

Which of the following is most likely to be the first challenge a social worker will face when working with adolescents?

Accepted Answer

The first challenge a social worker is likely to face when working with adolescents is that most are not self-referred, meaning they might not have chosen to seek help themselves but were referred by parents, schools, or legal systems. This can create initial resistance or lack of engagement.

Question 15

Which type of groups are designed to explore memories about a specific subject?

Accepted Answer

Reminiscence groups are specifically designed to encourage participants to recall and share memories about their past experiences, often with a focus on a particular subject or theme. This can be particularly beneficial for older adults or those with cognitive impairments, as it can help to improve mood, cognitive function, and social interaction.

Question 16

Most adolescents are self-referred to groups.

Accepted Answer

Most adolescents are referred to groups by adults, such as parents, teachers, or counselors, rather than self-referring.

Question 17

Domestic violence is an epidemic that does not discriminate against age, race, gender, ethnicity, or sexual orientation.

Accepted Answer

Domestic violence can affect anyone regardless of their age, race, gender, ethnicity, or sexual orientation, making it a widespread issue that crosses all demographic boundaries.

Question 18

Which of the following would not be a good suggestion for a group leader to make to members who are experiencing grief?

Accepted Answer

C is not a good suggestion because while it's important to acknowledge feelings of grief, encouraging someone to dwell on their grief and unhappiness can be counterproductive and may prevent them from moving through the stages of grief in a healthy way. The other options (A, B, D) are generally considered helpful in the grieving process.

Question 19

The incidence of death with anorexia appears to be high when compared to individuals diagnosed with bulimia nervosa.

Accepted Answer

Anorexia nervosa has a higher mortality rate compared to bulimia nervosa, largely due to the severe physical health complications associated with malnutrition and the higher suicide rate among individuals with anorexia.

Question 20

___________ is often used for domestic violence offenders.

Accepted Answer

Cognitive-behavioral treatment is often used for domestic violence offenders because it focuses on changing the patterns of thinking or behavior that are behind people's difficulties, and it can be very effective in addressing aggressive behaviors and improving emotional regulation.

Quiz 13: Treatment Groups With Diverse and Vulnerable Populations