Social Work
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Which academic disciplines are social work practice based on?

  • Biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics
  • Computer science, engineering, architecture
  • History, literature, art, music
  • Psychology, sociology, health, political science, community development, law, and economics (correct)
  • What are the ultimate goals of social work?

  • Improvement of people's lives, alleviation of biopsychosocial concerns, empowerment of individuals and communities, achievement of social justice (correct)
  • Manipulation of information, control of resources, domination of others, preservation of social hierarchy
  • Isolation of individuals, suppression of diversity, enforcement of conformity, maintenance of social inequality
  • Promotion of self-interest, accumulation of wealth, exercise of power, attainment of personal success
  • What does micro-work in social work involve?

  • Working with larger systems and institutions, such as developing social programs or analyzing social policies
  • Working with groups and communities, such as conducting research or advocating for policy change
  • Working directly with individuals and families, such as providing individual counseling/therapy or assisting a family in accessing services (correct)
  • Working with international organizations, such as promoting global human rights or providing disaster relief
  • What does mezzo-work in social work involve?

    <p>Working with groups and communities, such as conducting research or advocating for policy change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does macro-work in social work involve?

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    Study Notes

    Social Work Practice

    • Social work practice is based on multiple academic disciplines including psychology, sociology, philosophy, economics, politics, and anthropology.

    Ultimate Goals of Social Work

    • The ultimate goals of social work are to enhance human well-being, promote social justice, and empower individuals, families, and communities.

    Levels of Social Work Practice

    Micro-Work

    • Micro-work in social work involves working directly with individuals, focusing on personal issues, and developing coping strategies to improve their well-being.

    Mezzo-Work

    • Mezzo-work in social work involves working with small groups, such as families, friends, or colleagues, to facilitate change, develop support networks, and improve relationships.

    Macro-Work

    • Macro-work in social work involves working at the community, organizational, or societal level, focusing on policy development, advocacy, and community organization to create systemic change and promote social justice.

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    Test your knowledge of social work and its various aspects with this quiz. Explore the interdisciplinary nature of social work practice and learn about its role in meeting the needs of individuals, families, communities, and society. Challenge yourself with questions on psychology, sociology, health, politics, community development, law, and economics as they relate to social work.

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