Social Welfare Concepts
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[Blank] is defined as everything that men do for the good of society.

Social welfare

The ______ perspective views social welfare as a proper and legitimate function of modern society, where helping agencies are seen as regular social institutions.

institutional

The ______ perspective on social welfare considers these structures as temporary, offered only during emergency situations.

residual

[Blank] includes laws, programs, benefits, and services which assure or strengthen provisions for meeting social needs that are basic to the well-being of the population and the better functioning of the social order.

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According to the developmental perspective, social welfare is seen as a process of planned ______ designed to promote the well-being of the population, in conjunction with economic development.

<p>social change</p> Signup and view all the answers

[Blank] efforts represent one way to respond to unmet needs within a community.

<p>Individual and group</p> Signup and view all the answers

Major ______ have designated roles and responsibilities for effectively meeting human needs within society.

<p>societal institutions</p> Signup and view all the answers

Social welfare activities can sometimes carry the stigma of ______ when viewed from a residual perspective.

<p>&quot;doles&quot; or &quot;charity&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

Principles of social justice, human rights, collective responsibility and respect for diversities are ______ to social work.

<p>central</p> Signup and view all the answers

The social work profession is primarily concerned with the organized social service activity aimed to facilitate and strengthen basic ______ and the mutual adjustments between individuals and their social environment.

<p>social relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

The primary mission of the social work profession is to enhance human well­being and help meet the basic human needs of all people, with particular attention to the needs and ______ of people who are vulnerable, oppressed, and living in poverty.

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Social work is committed to the pursuit of ______ to enhance the quality of life, and the development of individuals, groups, families, and communities to its full potential.

<p>social justice</p> Signup and view all the answers

______ in social work is considered as its unique focus and makes it distinct from other helping professions.

<p>Social functioning</p> Signup and view all the answers

Social functioning is defined as a person's ability to accomplish those tasks and activities necessary to meet his or her ______.

<p>basic needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

______ refers to actions and efforts designed to provide people in need with access to the basics of life and opportunities to meet their psychosocial needs.

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______ involves actions designed to modify or correct an individual's or family's dysfunctional patterns of thought, feeling, and behavior.

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Social services are designed to assist individuals and families, and also extend to groups, and people who have specific challenges such as those who are ______ or have mental challenges, all considered as community services.

<p>handicapped</p> Signup and view all the answers

One of the core motivations for providing social services is based on the democratic ideal of ______, which is rooted in the conviction that individuals can achieve their potential, yet are sometimes held back by a variety of factors.

<p>social justice</p> Signup and view all the answers

The goal of social control is rooted in the understanding that individuals or groups who are impoverished or marginalized might act out against a society they perceive to be ______.

<p>alienating</p> Signup and view all the answers

Programs that prioritize enhancements in the production of goods, services, and other resources that foster economic growth are essential in the context of ______.

<p>economic development</p> Signup and view all the answers

A nation's array of programs, benefits, and services designed to address the social, economic, educational, and health-related needs of its citizens is integral to sustaining society, and is known as the ______.

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The means by which society addresses and fulfills the needs of its people, including social welfare policies, laws, delivery systems, and professional services, are all parts of the institution of ______.

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As a profession, social work centers on an individual's adaptation to their surroundings, specifically focusing on a person's ______, which arises from their engagement in various social roles.

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Social work is defined as both a practice-based profession and a(n) ______ that is dedicated to promoting social change, development, cohesion, empowerment, and liberation of individuals.

<p>academic discipline</p> Signup and view all the answers

The goal of social enhancement services is to emphasize the ______ and development of clients in a particular area of functioning, even without a problem being identified.

<p>growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the threefold bottom line goal of social functioning, an optimally social functioning person requires a supportive ______ that promotes their well-being.

<p>environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

To achieve balanced reciprocal interactions, individuals must consider the interplay between themselves and their ______.

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[Blank] refers to the internal resources individuals possess, such as physical, emotional, and psychological fitness, enabling them to address and resolve challenges.

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Support groups and other external resources exemplify ______, representing environmental conditions that facilitate and encourage change.

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Professional actions directed at a client's motivation, capacity and opportunity are known as ______.

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Professor Lee-Mendoza emphasizes that the biological, psychological, and social aspects of an individual are inseparable and interacting forces, coining the term ______ being.

<p>biopsychosocial</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ aspect of social functioning includes elements such as societal norms, institutional structures, and interactive behaviors.

<p>social</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Person-in-Environment (PiE) model posits that individuals should be understood within the context of their broader ______, including physical, familial, and societal factors.

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Systems Theory views behavior as influenced by interconnected factors working together, meaning each part plays a role in the function of the whole, and the whole supports the ______.

<p>parts</p> Signup and view all the answers

A social worker using Systems Theory must observe and assess all of the ______ a person experiences, as they contribute to their behavior and well-being.

<p>systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Systems Theory, a person's family, friends, school, work, economic class and home environment all influence how a person ______ and acts.

<p>thinks</p> Signup and view all the answers

[Blank] Theory posits behavior is affected by routine tasks and behaviors of people within a system, which can be both positively or negatively reinforcing.

<p>Systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

Within Systems Theory, roles can heavily influence a person's identity, potentially reinforcing behaviors depending on the positive or negative ______ associated with those roles.

<p>feelings</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Systems Theory, examples of ______ that people engage in include leader, caretaker, parent, child, sibling, enabler, scapegoat, citizen, spouse, and worker.

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[Blank] Theory specifically emphasizes the reciprocal interaction between an individual and their surrounding environment.

<p>Ecological</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ecological perspective emphasizes the active engagement of individuals with their ______ and the continuous reciprocal changes between them.

<p>environments</p> Signup and view all the answers

In social work, understanding individuals, families, and communities involves identifying strengths and weaknesses in the ______ processes among these systems.

<p>transactional</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Bronfenbrenner's ecological systems theory, the system closest to the individual, characterized by direct interactions, is known as the ______.

<p>microsystem</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ in Bronfenbrenner's theory involves the interconnections between various microsystems, indirectly impacting an individual either positively or negatively.

<p>mesosystem</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Bronfenbrenner's ecological model, the ______ refers to settings where the individual does not actively participate but is still affected by decisions made, such as a parent's job loss.

<p>exosystem</p> Signup and view all the answers

The broader cultural context, encompassing economic, cultural, and political systems that influence an individual, is referred to as the ______ in ecological systems theory.

<p>macrosystem</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ecological system that considers the impact of life transitions and historical events on an individual's development over time is the ______.

<p>chronosystem</p> Signup and view all the answers

When applying the person-in-environment perspective in social work, it's important to shift beyond functional roles and consider the impact of ______ on individuals and communities.

<p>social justice</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Social Welfare

Everything that men do for the good of society.

Social Welfare (Organized)

Organized social arrangement with the well-being of people in a social context.

Responding to Needs

Ways to respond to unmet needs through individual efforts, societal institutions, and social agencies.

Residual View

Social welfare is temporary, offered during emergencies, and withdrawn when the system works.

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Institutional View

Helping agencies are accepted as regular social institutions.

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Developmental Perspective

Planned social change to promote well-being alongside economic development.

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Social Welfare Programs

Programs include: Social Security, Personal Social Services, and Public Assistance

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Elements of Social Welfare

A broad range of policies and services concerned with various aspects of people's lives.

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Social Services

Organized activities aimed at improving social well-being.

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Social Justice Goals

Upholding fairness and equality in society, ensuring basic rights and opportunities for all.

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Social Control Goals

Providing resources to prevent social unrest and protect society.

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Economic Development and Social Services

Prioritizing programs that boost a country's productivity and resources.

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Social Work

A profession focused on improving interactions between people and their environment.

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Social Functioning

Helping individuals or groups navigate and improve their social circumstances.

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Social Work (definition 2)

A profession promoting social change, empowerment, and liberation through practical action and study.

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Social Work Values

The principles of social justice, human rights, collective responsibility and respect for diversities are central.

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Social Work Focus

Engages people and structures to address life challenges and enhance wellbeing.

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Social Work Aim

To facilitate and strengthen basic social relationships and the mutual adjustments between individuals and their social environment.

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Social Work Mission

To enhance human well-being and help meet the basic human needs of all people, with particular attention to the needs and empowerment of vulnerable, oppressed, and those in poverty.

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Social Care

Actions designed to provide people in need with access to the basics of life and opportunities to meet their psychosocial needs.

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Social Treatment

Actions designed to modify or correct an individual's or family's dysfunctional patterns of thought, feeling, and behavior.

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Social Enhancement Services

Services focused on growth and development in a specific area, even without an identified problem.

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Threefold Bottom Line Goal

Optimizing the person, supportive environment, and balanced interactions.

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Motivation (Social Functioning)

Wants and desires; the level of intensity.

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Capacity (Social Functioning)

Internal resources someone uses for change, including physical, emotional, and psychological fitness.

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Opportunity (Social Functioning)

Environmental conditions that support change, like support groups or available resources.

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Service (Social Functioning)

Professional actions targeting motivation, capacity, and opportunity.

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Biopsychosocial Being

Interacting biological, psychological, and social forces that influence behavior.

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Social Component: Societal

Societal patterns creating social climate.

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Person-in-Environment (PiE) Model

A framework focusing on understanding an individual within the context of their environment (physical, social, etc.). Considers both the person and their environment in assessment and intervention.

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Systems Theory

Theory stating behavior is influenced by interconnected factors working together as a system. Each part plays a role in the function of the whole.

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Roles (in Systems Theory)

Routine tasks and behaviors of people within a system (e.g., leader, caretaker, parent).

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Ecological Theory

Concentrates on the interaction between a person and their surroundings.

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Systems Theory in Practice

A person's family, friends, school, work, economic class, home environment, and other factors all influence how a person thinks and acts.

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Assesing Systems

They contribute to their behavior and well-being, therefore, must be observed and assessed.

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Holistic View

A holistic view of individuals within their environment.

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Change Strategies

Planned strategy directed toward both the individual and the environment.

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Person-in-Environment

People actively interact with their environment, causing continuous mutual change and development.

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Microsystem

The system closest to an individual, involving direct interactions (e.g., home, school).

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Mesosystem

The interconnection of different microsystems and how they influence an individual, both positively and negatively.

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Exosystem

Settings where the individual doesn't actively participate, but decisions still affect them (e.g., a parent's job loss).

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Macrosystem

The overarching cultural environment, including economy, cultural values, and political systems.

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Chronosystem

Transitions and shifts throughout life, considering the timing of events in relation to development.

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Social Work Practice

Understanding strengths/weaknesses in transactional processes between individuals, families, policies, communities, and cultures.

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Bronfenbrenner's Theory

Individual development is affected by all surrounding environment levels.

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