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How is unconditional positive regard characterized?
How is unconditional positive regard characterized?
- Only treating clients well if they exhibit good behavior
- Offering praise for prior successes
- Viewing clients as having inherent worth regardless of their actions (correct)
- Providing support but with conditions
What is the primary purpose of showing empathy in a professional relationship?
What is the primary purpose of showing empathy in a professional relationship?
- To maintain professional distance
- To understand the client's feelings and perceptions (correct)
- To control the client's behavior
- To evaluate the client's worth
What can cause a client to become defensive in a social work relationship?
What can cause a client to become defensive in a social work relationship?
- Lack of financial resources
- Feeling inadequate in skills
- Being judged or criticized by the worker (correct)
- Not having enough knowledge about the issue
What does personal warmth in a social work context primarily manifest through?
What does personal warmth in a social work context primarily manifest through?
Which characteristic defines genuineness in social work?
Which characteristic defines genuineness in social work?
What is the relationship between nonjudgmental attitudes and client interaction?
What is the relationship between nonjudgmental attitudes and client interaction?
Why might a social worker struggle to remain nonjudgmental?
Why might a social worker struggle to remain nonjudgmental?
What should a social worker do when confronting unacceptable client behavior?
What should a social worker do when confronting unacceptable client behavior?
What does it mean to possess personal warmth as a social worker?
What does it mean to possess personal warmth as a social worker?
How should social workers handle their negative feelings towards clients?
How should social workers handle their negative feelings towards clients?
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Study Notes
Empathy
- Empathy involves giving clients full attention and employing active listening to show understanding of their feelings and perceptions.
Unconditional Positive Regard
- Inherent worth of the client is recognized, regardless of past actions or current behavior during the interview.
- Clients should be treated with fairness and thoughtfulness solely for their humanity, not for earned respect.
- Nonjudgmental attitude is vital; harsh moral judgments can lead to client defensiveness and withdrawal.
- Difficulties in maintaining a nonjudgmental stance occur when clients violate the social worker’s core values (e.g., abuse, severe crimes).
- Objective discussions about inappropriate behaviors are necessary to address client concerns without diminishing their dignity.
Personal Warmth
- Personal warmth fosters a safe and accepted atmosphere for clients during interactions.
- Nonverbal communication, such as smiling, soothing voice, relaxed posture, and eye contact, significantly enhances warmth and acceptance.
Genuineness
- Genuineness is characterized by authenticity and realness in communication.
- Genuine social workers are spontaneous and unpretentious, ensuring their words align with actions.
- Professionalism does not negate the ability to be real and genuine; in fact, caring and ethical behavior enhances effectiveness.
- Workers must manage personal negative feelings to protect the professional relationship, demonstrating self-discipline.
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