Exam 2: Assessment

Borderline personality disorder makes individuals feel uncertain about their self-image and identity. They view themselves as victims and take little responsibility for their problems. Many people with borderline personality disorder try frantically to avoid real or imaginary abandonment. What symptoms would a social worker look for in an assessment?

Effective conditioning is said to rely upon careful application of behavioral treatment principles such as a thorough behavioral analysis. Clinical studies continue to find imagery to be effective with some generalization. As part of a behavior modification package, conditioning has been shown to be effective with sex offenders. When assessing the situation, what conditioning approach will be utilized?

An individual with this psychotic disorder will constantly think about one thing over and over. People who are depressed appear to be more likely to develop these intrusive thoughts. Persistent ideas, thoughts, or impulses can intrude on an individual's thoughts, causing significant distress. This disorder is resistant to treatment and will require therapy for a long length of time.

Bandura conducted research on specific theory and found it to be quite successful. His premise determined if you could get someone with a psychological disorder to observe another individual dealing with the same problem in an effective manner, the first person will learn through duplicating the second. What theory did Bandura make famous?

The base for a child to explore and feel safe begins with the caregiver who has a huge impact that continues throughout life. Mothers who are responsive to their infant's needs establish a sense of security and the baby knows the parent is dependable. An assessment of a mother and child would look at what theory?

Social anxiety or social phobia causes one to be fearful of embarrassment and requires psychological treatment. Individuals with extreme cases develop panic attacks that put a strain on one's psychological stability. What are appropriate techniques offered through therapy?

Autism manifestations vary according to developmental level and chronological age. Other names for this disorder include Early Infantile Autism, Childhood Autism, or Kanner's Autism. Approximately one-third of patients with an autism disorder have a normal IQ. What criteria are needed for an accurate autism assessment?

The main goal of Gestalt therapy is the integration of behavior, feelings, and thinking. The therapist may use confrontation, dream analysis, dialogue with polarities, or role playing. Clients are viewed as having the ability to recognize how earlier influences may have changed their lives. A social worker making an assessment may seek treatment that includes:

Schizophrenia tends to cause other conditions such as anxiety disorders and major depression. Substance abuse is at 40% with social problems that lead to poverty, unemployment, and homelessness. The average life expectancy of individuals with schizophrenia is 10 to 12 years less than those without the disorder. When assessing a client for this disorder, what symptoms will you look for?

Social workers attempt to help clients focus on freedom of choice in shaping their lives. The method of existential therapy operates on the belief that inner conflict within a person is due to that individual's confrontation with existence. The therapist tries to help the client see they are free to choose the possibilities for their own what?

Oppositional defiant disorder affects 16% of school-aged children and adolescents. There are no known causes for ODD, but parents report their child with this problem being more demanding as a youngster. What symptoms should appear before a social worker completes a full assessment?

The theory developed by Karen Horney states basic anxiety can be classified into three categories. The first refers to needs that move you towards others, causing you to seek affirmation and acceptance. The second category addresses needs that move you away from others, creating hostility and anti-social behavior. Lastly, needs that move you against others cause individuals to control other people in a domineering manner. What theory is being described?

The Atkinson family's children have been displaying difficulty at school recently. Both parents were in a vehicle accident that has left them temporarily disabled. Bills are piling up and sometimes the children only eat meals at school. When assessing this situation, what support is most beneficial at this time?

This disorder begins in late childhood and early adolescence, more common in boys than girls. Children with this problem do not get along well with others, are selfish, and lack a sense of guilt. Aggressive reactions are caused when the actions of others are seen as threatening. Repetitive behaviors violate age-appropriate social norms. What do these symptoms describe?

This disorder is more frequent in boys than girls, with males being more physically aggressive. Children with this problem demonstrate selfishness, lack appropriate guilt, and do not relate well to others. There are aggressive behaviors that result in violent fights and destruction of property. What disorder would appear most appropriate when making an assessment?

Samantha lives in a crowded apartment building. All the tenants attempt to stay away from her due to unusual behaviors. Neighbors describe her as playing the role of a prostitute. She has been found in the hallway on several occasions suffering from injuries she sustained by her own doing. What kind of disorder is Samantha suffering from?

Systematic desensitization teaches an individual to overcome an avoidance pattern by gradually exposing them to the object in question until it can be tolerated. There are steps within the hierarchy that will lead to this outcome. What is the first thing a social worker should assess?

The belief in one's capabilities to organize and put into action prospective situations plays a role in how goals are approached. Bandura described these ideas as determinants of how people behave, feel, and think. What condition is being described?

Stephanie has always been an active child, but prefers to play by herself. She enjoys taking things apart and putting them back together. She lacks social and emotional reciprocity that causes a failure in peer relationship development. There is a noticeable delay in spoken language and Stephanie would rather point or mime. With these symptoms in mind, what probable diagnosis would Stephanie more than likely be given?

Some individuals suffer with restless, talkative, euphoric periods that change to sadness, crying, and a sense of worthlessness. This is a serious disorder that can lead to risky behavior if not treated. What used to be known as a manic depressive state is now called: