Social Work and Its Goals

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Who was the founder of the first hospital established in the Philippines?

Sternberg

San Juan de Dios

Fr. Juan Clemente

Don Miguel Lopez de Legaspi (correct)

What was the original purpose of San Lazaro Hospital when it was built?

To house Filipino beggars (correct)

To train medical personnel

To provide education to the poor

To serve as an orphanage

In what year was the Asilo de San Vicente de Paul established?

1853

1885 (correct)

1899

1882

The Hospitalito de Santa Ana was renamed Sternberg General Hospital during which historical period?

American Period Signup and view all the answers

What significant idea regarding medical care is credited to Fr. Juan Clemente?

Organized isolation of the sick Signup and view all the answers

Which institution focused on offering education and training to young girls in 1885?

Asilo de San Vicente de Paul Signup and view all the answers

What was the significant contribution of the National Association of the Red Cross in 1899?

Offering medical assistance to revolutionaries Signup and view all the answers

Ateneo de Manila was opened by the Jesuits in what year?

1853 Signup and view all the answers

What is an individual's primary obligation as a member of society?

To seek self-fulfillment that contributes to the common good. Signup and view all the answers

Which concept emphasizes fairness and equality in providing opportunities?

Concept of equal opportunities Signup and view all the answers

What does society have the responsibility to provide for individuals?

Opportunities for personal growth and self-fulfillment Signup and view all the answers

What is implied by the increasing complexity of society according to the content?

Social organization must become more specialized. Signup and view all the answers

What belief underlies the concept of human potentials and capacities?

Each person is inherently endowed with capabilities. Signup and view all the answers

What does the concept of social provision refer to?

Providing resources for human needs to enhance welfare. Signup and view all the answers

Which view suggests that man can transcend the natural order through rationality and creativity?

Transcendental view Signup and view all the answers

What conviction underlies the ultimate value of social work, as stated by William Gordon?

Fulfilling potential while helping others do the same. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary aim of studying social welfare policy, programs, and services?

To prepare competent practitioners for social services Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'bio-psycho-social being' refer to?

The interaction of biological, psychological, and social factors on behavior Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a psychological component influencing human behavior?

Nutritional status Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the aims in studying human behavior and the social environment?

To enhance understanding of individual behavior Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes societal components in the context of human behavior?

Interconnections between social structure and individual behavior Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements regarding the aims of social welfare studies is false?

They aim to provide strict methodologies for social theories. Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT included as a biological component influencing human behavior?

Inner emotional experiences Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following functions is aimed at developing students' critical assessment in social work practice?

To develop critical analysis of social theories Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the social services goal in the concept discussed?

To assist those most afflicted and neglected Signup and view all the answers

How does the social control goal primarily serve society?

By mitigating threats posed by disadvantaged groups Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the economic development goal of social services?

Increasing productivity and relieving burdens on workers Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of social work is highlighted in the concept presented?

It is about man's adjustment to his environment Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about social functioning is true?

Social functioning problems result from a variety of causes Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a social service that supports economic development?

Services aimed at improving individual productivity Signup and view all the answers

What role does community leadership play in the context of social services?

It is crucial for developing resilience against urban challenges Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following aspects is NOT a focus of the social services discussed?

Prioritizing business interests Signup and view all the answers

What best describes the societal aspect in social work practice?

The aggregate data and social patterns impacting the social climate Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered an aspect of the physical environment?

Social climate Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the normative aspect in social work?

Establishing social behavior forms and rules Signup and view all the answers

Which statement reflects the interactive aspect of social work?

It involves perceptions and interactions among individuals Signup and view all the answers

Which is NOT one of the aims of social work practice?

Developing advanced self-awareness of clients Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the natural environment aspect of physical environment?

The effects of climate and rainfall Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of social work helps in developing self-discipline?

Self-awareness cultivation Signup and view all the answers

How do constructed environments affect individuals as per the notes?

They can create limitations in social interactions Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Social Justice Goal: Focuses on aiding the most vulnerable individuals and groups, prioritizing them in resource allocation.
Social Control Goal: Seeks to prevent social unrest by addressing the needs of disadvantaged groups. This includes ensuring social stability and protecting life and property.
Economic Development Goal: Promotes economic growth by supporting initiatives that boost productivity and reduce dependency on workers. This involves encouraging participation in the workforce and mitigating social disruptions caused by urbanization and industrialization.

Social Work: A profession concerned with the interaction between individuals and their social environments.
Social Functioning: Refers to an individual's performance within their social roles.
Problem-Solving Approach: Social work utilizes scientific knowledge and skills to assist individuals, groups, and communities in addressing challenges.

First Hospital in the Philippines: Established in Cebu in 1565, focused on treating injuries sustained during colonization and illnesses contracted during sea voyages.
Hospitalito de Santa Ana: Originally built in Cebu, was transferred to Manila in 1571 and renamed in 1578.
Sternberg General Hospital: Hospitalito de Santa Ana was renamed during the American period.
San Lazaro Hospital: Founded in 1578 to house Filipino beggars, became a leper hospital in 1631. This reflects the concept of isolating the sick, an idea introduced by a Franciscan priest.
Asilo de San Vicente de Paul: An asylum for girls established in 1885, offering religious instruction, primary education, and vocational training. Known for its effective management and training for its wards.
Hospicio de San Jose: Founded in 1882 to house the aged and orphans, later focused on providing care for children who were discharged.
Parochial School of Cebu: The first school established in 1565, founded by Augustinian friars.
Obras Pias: The original Charity School established in 1817, which led to the founding of Ateneo de Manila by Jesuits in 1853.
Public Schools: Started appearing in the country in the 1850s.
National Association of the Red Cross: Organized in 1899 to provide medical supplies and food to Filipino revolutionaries.
American Period (1899 onwards): Introduced a new educational system, health methods, and religious freedom.

Self-Fulfillment: Individuals have the right to reach their full potential.
Social Responsibility: Individuals have an obligation to contribute to society's well-being, while society has the responsibility to support individual development.
Equal Opportunities: Based on the principle of social justice, promoting fairness and equality for all.
Social Provision: Advocating for social resources to meet human needs and improve human welfare.

Concept of Human Potential: Focuses on the belief that individuals are inherently endowed with capabilities and potential for growth.
Concept of Social Responsibility: Recognizing the individual's obligation to contribute to society and society's responsibility to facilitate individual development.
Concept of Equal Opportunities: Promoting social justice and equity in access to resources and opportunities.
Concept of Social Provision: Emphasizing the importance of providing social resources to meet human needs and contribute to well-being.

Different Views About Man

Naturalistic View: Views humans as part of nature, subject to scientific study and understanding.
Transcendental View: Argues that science cannot fully explain human nature due to our limited knowledge and the human capacity to transcend the natural order. Emphasizes human choice, creation, and rationality.

Field Instruction: Provides students with supervised social work experience in real-world settings to integrate classroom learning with practical application.

Goals: To develop competent social work practitioners for service provision and social change efforts, to foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and to promote a commitment to social welfare goals and services.

Bio-psycho-social Being: Recognizes the interconnectedness of biological, psychological, and social factors influencing human behavior.
Biological Components: Include physical health, nutrition, genetics, and deviations from normal functioning.
Psychological Components: Encompass personality, cognitive (thoughts), emotional (feelings), and conative (motivations).
Societal Components: Includes societal patterns, institutions, status, norms, and social interaction.
Culture: The shared knowledge, beliefs, customs, and practices of a society.
Physical Environment: Includes both natural (climate, topography) and constructed (buildings, homes) environments.

Goals: To understand the philosophical and scientific foundations of social work, to recognize the interrelationship between knowledge, values, and skills, to develop self-awareness and discipline, to acquire problem-solving skills, and to comprehend different professional roles within the social work field.

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This quiz explores the fundamental goals of social services, including social justice, social control, and economic development. It also discusses the definition of social work, the concept of social functioning, and the problem-solving approach within the field. Test your understanding of these essential social work principles.