Question 1

In social work, theory provides ________.

Accepted Answer

In social work, theory serves multiple purposes: it provides an explanatory framework for understanding social phenomena, organizes practice by offering guidelines and principles, gives clear direction and structure for intervention strategies, and offers a unique perspective or way of seeing social issues and client situations. Thus, all of the options are correct.

Question 2

Developing an expertise in a theoretical approach and applying it consistently is known as a(n) ________.

Accepted Answer

A purist approach involves specializing in a single theoretical approach and applying it consistently, as opposed to integrating multiple theories or methods.

Question 3

Choosing a pertinent theory involves critically thinking about ________.

Accepted Answer

Choosing a pertinent theory involves critically thinking about the aim of practice and the practice context, the perceived merits and conceptual rigour of a particular theory, and one's own intellectual and theoretical inclination. This comprehensive approach ensures that the theory selected is relevant, robust, and aligns with the practitioner's perspective.

Question 4

Until recently, the vast majority of well-known authors of social theories belonged to the ________ group.

Accepted Answer

Historically, the field of social theories has been predominantly dominated by white males, reflecting broader patterns of privilege and access to education and publishing opportunities.

Question 5

When examining theoretical perspectives, it is vital to ask the following question(s): ________.

Accepted Answer

Theories should be evaluated based on their applicability across different contexts and cultures (A) and the implications they have for practice (B). The popularity of a theory (C) is less relevant to its validity or utility.

Question 6

Ecosystem theories are ________.

Accepted Answer

Ecosystem theories are one of the most influential sets of ideas to shape social work practice, as they consider the complex interactions between individuals and their environments.

Question 7

Onion-peeling theories describe theories like ________.

Accepted Answer

Onion-peeling theories, such as psychodynamic theory, describe the process of uncovering deeper layers of the psyche, much like peeling an onion, to understand underlying motivations and issues.

Question 8

Ecosystem theories include ________.

Accepted Answer

Ecosystem theories focus on the interactions between organisms and their physical environment, typically involving concepts like food webs, nutrient cycles, and energy flow. The options provided (onion-peeling theory, faulty-engine theory, story-telling theory) do not correspond to recognized theories within ecological science.

Question 9

Ecosystem theories ________.

Accepted Answer

Ecosystem theories encompass the study of reciprocal relationships among individuals, the examination of mutually influencing factors in the environment, and seek holistic change by examining interacting components, thus incorporating all the elements listed.

Question 10

Mary Richmond's early text Social Diagnosis is today recognized as a(n) ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Mary Richmond's early text Social Diagnosis is...

Question 11

________ sees all organisms as systems, composed of subsystems, and in turn part of super systems.

Accepted Answer

General systems theory views all organisms as systems that are composed of subsystems and are also part of larger super systems. This perspective is used to understand the interrelatedness and interdependence of elements within and across different levels of a system.

Question 12

Individuals both affect and are affected by ________ systems.

Accepted Answer

Individuals both affect and are affected by family systems, as family dynamics and relationships can influence personal behavior and vice versa.

Question 13

According to Uri Bronfenbrenner, ________ must be considered in order to understand human development.

Accepted Answer

Uri Bronfenbrenner's ecological systems theory posits that human development is influenced by different kinds of environmental systems: the microsystem, mesosystem, exosystem, and macrosystem. Each level represents different influences from immediate surroundings to broader societal cultures, indicating that all must be considered to understand human development fully.

Question 14

Ecosystem theories help identify ________.

Accepted Answer

Ecosystem theories in psychology and social work focus on the complex interactions between individuals and their environments, including both risks and protective factors. They do not directly address faulty thinking, which is more the domain of cognitive theories.

Question 15

In psychodynamic theory, the id represents the ________.

Accepted Answer

The id is a concept in psychodynamic theory representing the innate and primitive part of the personality, which contains the basic drives, instincts, and desires. It operates on the pleasure principle, seeking immediate gratification of these impulses without consideration for reality or morality.

Question 16

Sigmund Freud identified ________ stage(s) through which humans move as they age.

Accepted Answer

Freud identified several psychosexual stages through which humans progress as they age, including the oral, anal, phallic, and latency stages, among others.

Question 17

________ developed a theory of how seeking attachment to others is a basic drive.

Accepted Answer

John Bowlby developed the attachment theory, which posits that seeking attachment to others is a fundamental human drive. This theory emphasizes the importance of a child's relationship with their caregiver in shaping their emotional and social development.

Question 18

Theories of attachment focus on ________.

Accepted Answer

Attachment theories primarily focus on the bonds and relationships formed during early childhood and how these affect individuals throughout their lives.

Question 19

Carl Rogers developed the ________ approach.

Accepted Answer

Carl Rogers is best known for developing the person-centred approach, also known as client-centered therapy, which emphasizes the importance of the individual's subjective experience and the therapeutic relationship.

Question 20

Person-centred approaches focus on ________.

Accepted Answer

Person-centred approaches emphasize putting the client at the center of practice, ensuring their dignity and respect, fostering client self-determination, and maintaining a non-directive relationship with the client. These principles collectively define the approach, making all the options correct.

Quiz 2: Social Work Theories