Chapter 2 Cournoyer

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

What is one of the potential dangers of engaging in a serious process of self-examination as a social worker?

Experiencing disturbing thoughts, feelings, or sensations (correct)

Becoming more empathetic towards clients

Developing a better understanding of professional purpose

Becoming more assertive in communication

What is emphasized as a true hallmark of professionalism for a social worker?

Being highly extroverted and talkative

Having extensive knowledge of social work theories

Being friendly and approachable

Exhibiting self-control (correct)

What might hinder effective social work practice indirectly, according to the text?

Practicing mindfulness

Engaging in personal counseling

Participating in professional training institutes

Excessive eating and dieting (correct)

What is indicated as a parallel need when gaining self-understanding as a social worker?

The need for self-control and self-discipline Signup and view all the answers

What might impair judgment in the context of social work practice?

Substance misuse Signup and view all the answers

What differentiates a professional social worker from a friendly person with good intentions, according to the text?

Self-control and self-discipline Signup and view all the answers

What might become compulsive and interfere with professional functioning for some social workers?

Excessive dependence upon social approval and acceptance Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated as necessary for the development of self-control?

Engaging in regular, vigorous exercise like muscle development Signup and view all the answers

What might put both the social worker and the people they serve at risk?

'A quick temper' or other forms of impulsivity Signup and view all the answers

What do CSWE accredited social work programs provide?

Educational experiences that address a common knowledge base Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the ASWB sponsored nationally standardized social work licensing examinations?

To establish a common social work knowledge base Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is necessary for ethical and effective social work practice in the contemporary world?

A broad and deep base of current, valid, and reliable knowledge Signup and view all the answers

What does perceived self-efficacy refer to?

Beliefs in one’s capabilities to organize and execute actions to manage prospective situations Signup and view all the answers

What type of expertise is mentioned as important for social workers serving domestically abused women?

Expertise in assessing the strengths and potentials of all members of the primary social system Signup and view all the answers

What do people make causal contributions to their own psychosocial functioning through?

Mechanisms of personal agency Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for social workers to have when working with clients?

Sophisticated knowledge and expertise Signup and view all the answers

What do the ASWB Bachelor’s and Master’s level examinations address?

"Content areas contained in Table 2.1" Signup and view all the answers

What is the essential quality related to empathy, as mentioned in the text?

Unconditional positive regard Signup and view all the answers

What does respect in intercultural contexts include, as per the text?

Genuine acceptance of difference Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of 'us' versus 'them' form of thinking, as mentioned in the text?

Fostering various forms of prejudice and discrimination Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic feature of social workers, as mentioned in the text?

Recognition of the fundamental right of clients to make their own decisions Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential facilitative condition in social work practice, according to the text?

Respecting clients regardless of their views, attributes, behaviors, or circumstances Signup and view all the answers

What does respecting clients in social work practice involve, as per the text?

Valuing the personhood of all clients Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated as necessary for effective social work practice in the contemporary world?

Maintaining respect for and caring acceptance of the people you engage and serve Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant aspect related to empathy in social work practice?

'Recognition of the unique experience of each individual person' Signup and view all the answers

What is one key characteristic expected from social workers according to the text?

'Unconditional positive regard' Signup and view all the answers

'Despite these human tendencies to judge, divide, and separate,' what do social workers routinely do as mentioned in the text?

'Maintain respect for and caring acceptance of the people you engage and serve' Signup and view all the answers

What are the five dimensions addressed in the Gallup-Healthways Well-Being 5™ survey?

Purpose, social, financial, community, and physical Signup and view all the answers

According to Seligman (2002) and others mentioned in the text, what is one of the dimensions of personal happiness?

Meaningful pursuits Signup and view all the answers

What contributes to lasting happiness according to Seligman (2002) and others mentioned in the text?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is mentioned as an essential condition for human well-being in the text?

Basic survival needs and social interaction Signup and view all the answers

What can alleviate a significant burden of worry and stress related to financial security?

A modest surplus of income, some savings, and adequate insurance coverage Signup and view all the answers

What did early studies on human well-being focus on according to the text?

Multiple disciplines including psychology, sociology, economics, epidemiology, and political science Signup and view all the answers

What does the ASWB sponsored Well-Being 5™ survey measure?

Individual human well-being across five important dimensions Signup and view all the answers