MSW Direct and Indirect Practice 3

Question 1

Which intervention model focuses on identifying exceptions to problems and building on client strengths rather than analyzing deficits?

Accepted Answer

Solution-focused brief therapy

Answer

Solution-focused brief therapy emphasizes identifying exceptions to problems and amplifying existing strengths and successes.

Question 2

In indirect practice, a social worker testifying before a state legislature about gaps in mental health funding is functioning as a(n):

Accepted Answer

Policy advocate

Answer

Testifying before a legislature to influence mental health funding is a policy advocacy indirect practice role.

Question 3

A family presents with a child who has behavioral problems at school. The social worker conducts a genogram. What is the PRIMARY purpose of this tool?

Accepted Answer

To map multigenerational family patterns and relationships

Answer

A genogram maps multigenerational family patterns, relationships, and significant events to inform systemic understanding.

Question 4

A social worker helps a client identify and challenge distorted thought patterns contributing to depression. This technique is central to:

Accepted Answer

Cognitive-behavioral therapy

Answer

Challenging cognitive distortions is a core CBT technique that links thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Question 5

Which of the following best illustrates the social work concept of 'dual perspective'?

Accepted Answer

Understanding clients within both their immediate environment and the dominant society

Answer

Dual perspective recognizes that minority clients navigate both their nurturing cultural system and the dominant societal system.

MSW - Master of Social Work Practice Test

MSW - Master of Social Work Practice Test

MSW Direct and Indirect Practice 3