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What is the term used to describe the person in need of help in social work?
What is the term used to describe the person in need of help in social work?
- Patient
- Customer
- Client (correct)
- Beneficiary
What is the primary reason a client seeks external support?
What is the primary reason a client seeks external support?
- When personal efforts fail to solve problems (correct)
- To overcome their weaknesses
- To change their personality
- To improve their strengths
According to the psychoanalytical perspective, what happens when a person's ego is unable to make decisions?
According to the psychoanalytical perspective, what happens when a person's ego is unable to make decisions?
- They become more anxious
- They become more confident
- They become more likable
- They experience stress and problems (correct)
What is the role of a caseworker when interacting with a client?
What is the role of a caseworker when interacting with a client?
What is a 'problem' in the context of social work?
What is a 'problem' in the context of social work?
What is the term used to describe a person experiencing problems in social work?
What is the term used to describe a person experiencing problems in social work?
What type of entity is a human being in social work?
What type of entity is a human being in social work?
What type of relationships do humans engage in, according to social work?
What type of relationships do humans engage in, according to social work?
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Study Notes
Person (Client)
- A person in need of help in social, emotional, or other aspects of living is referred to as a Client in Social Work.
- Anyone can be a client, regardless of age, gender, or background, who faces problems and needs external support.
- Clients are human beings with likes, dislikes, strengths, and weaknesses, which contribute to their problems.
- In a psychoanalytical perspective, clients may struggle with decision-making, leading to stress and problems.
Problem
- A problem is a situation that disrupts an individual's normal social functioning, deviating from culturally accepted norms.
- Problems arise from circumstances and can be influenced by various factors.
- Relationship problems are a common issue, stemming from difficulties in maintaining interpersonal relationships, such as:
- Conflict between husband and wife, leading to divorce
- Social anxiety or phobia, making it difficult for individuals to interact with others
- When individuals encounter problems, they may seek help from social workers or other professionals at agencies.
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