Social Work Assessment & Diagnosis 3

Question 1

Which DSM-5 disorder is defined by recurrent, unexpected panic attacks with persistent concern about future attacks?

Accepted Answer

Panic Disorder

Answer

Panic Disorder requires recurrent unexpected panic attacks and at least one month of persistent worry about additional attacks or behavioral changes.

Question 2

A social worker notes that a client's affect is 'blunted.' This means the client is displaying:

Accepted Answer

Reduced intensity of emotional expression

Answer

Blunted affect describes a significant reduction in the intensity and range of emotional expression, often seen in schizophrenia or depression.

Question 3

When completing a comprehensive assessment, the term 'precipitating factors' refers to:

Accepted Answer

Immediate triggers that set off the current problem

Answer

Precipitating factors are the specific events or stressors that triggered the onset or worsening of the current presenting problem.

Question 4

Which screening tool is specifically designed to assess depression severity in primary care and social work settings?

Accepted Answer

PHQ-9

Answer

The PHQ-9 is a validated 9-item questionnaire that screens for and measures the severity of depressive symptoms.

Question 5

In social work assessment, 'presenting problem' refers to:

Accepted Answer

The main concern or issue the client identifies as the reason for seeking help

Answer

The presenting problem is the primary issue or concern the client articulates as the reason they are seeking services.

Social Work Practice Test