18 Questions
What is the definition of ROLE INCONGRUITY according to the passage?
A situation where one's own perception of their role is different from the expectations of others in the system or environment.
Which of the following is NOT considered a 'societal force influencing family, group and community behavior' according to the passage?
Genetic
According to the passage, what is the definition of a 'ROLE SET' or 'ROLE CLUSTERS'?
The array of roles that any one person may be occupying at a particular time.
What is the definition of 'ROLE COMPLEMENTARITY OR RECIPROCITY' according to the passage?
Relationships where role positions are usually paired, like parent-child, and some reciprocity of expectations between role partners is needed for system stability.
According to the passage, which of the following is NOT considered a 'societal force influencing family, group and community behavior'?
Biological
What is the definition of 'ROLE CONFLICT' according to the passage?
Occurs when there are conflicting expectations because the person occupies two or more positions simultaneously.
According to the passage, what is the key focus of the person-in-environment concept?
Emphasizing the interactive context of the person rather than viewing them in a vacuum
What are the two distinct sets of influences on a person according to the passage?
Nurturing environment and sustaining environment
What is the key challenge for social workers according to the passage?
All of the above
What does the 'nurturing environment' refer to according to the passage?
The immediate environment and people with whom the person interacts frequently and intimately
What does the 'sustaining environment' refer to according to the passage?
The people through which the person encounters the wider community and broader society
How does the passage describe the person?
As a multi-dimensional bio-psychosocial-spiritual being
What does social functioning involve?
Maximizing individual potential and dealing with relationship difficulties
How did Harriet Bartlett describe the situation of individuals dealing with relationships and environmental demands?
People coping and environmental demands
In the context of social environment, what are social systems composed of?
Cultures and institutions
How did Mendoza (2008) characterize the relationship between social environment and social work?
By emphasizing how people approach challenges in their daily lives
What does a collective or social situation involve according to Mendoza?
Taking on a role within a group that shapes one's overall circumstances
In the context of social functioning, what is a primary focus for individuals struggling with relationships?
Maximizing their potential
Test your knowledge on key concepts of role theory such as role status, role incongruity, role conflict, and role complementarity or reciprocity. Explore how individuals navigate their roles within groups and systems.
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