Question 1

List 3 challenges of teen homelessness Alicia may face if she leaves her home.

Accepted Answer

If Alicia, a teenager, decides to leave her home and faces homelessness, she may encounter several significant challenges. Three of these challenges include:

1. Lack of Stable Shelter and Basic Necessities: One of the most immediate challenges Alicia would face is finding a safe place to sleep and live. Homeless teens often struggle to find consistent shelter, which can lead to sleeping in unsafe conditions such as on the streets, in parks, or in abandoned buildings. Along with shelter, Alicia would also have difficulty accessing basic necessities such as food, clean water, and hygiene products. Without a stable address, it can be hard to receive services or maintain personal safety and health.

2. Education Disruption: Homelessness can severely disrupt a teen's education. Without a stable home environment, it becomes difficult for Alicia to attend school regularly, complete homework, or focus on studies. Lack of access to resources like computers, internet, or a quiet place to study can further hinder her academic performance. This disruption can lead to falling behind in school, lower grades, and potentially dropping out, which can have long-term effects on her future opportunities.

3. Physical and Mental Health Risks: Teen homelessness is associated with increased risks to both physical and mental health. Alicia may face exposure to harsh weather conditions, unsanitary living situations, and a lack of access to healthcare, which can lead to untreated illnesses or injuries. Additionally, the stress and trauma of being homeless can result in mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Homeless teens are also at a higher risk of substance abuse and may be more vulnerable to exploitation, violence, and abuse.

These challenges are just a few of the many difficulties that Alicia and other homeless teens may face. It is crucial for communities to provide support and resources to help young people like Alicia find safety, stability, and a path to a more secure future.

Question 2

Which of the following is a valid critique of Kohlberg's Moral Development theory?

Accepted Answer

A)  The theory places too much emphasis on sensation and not enough on cognition. 
B)  Shyness is assumed to be a personality trait and therefore shy people are assumed to be less moral. 
C)  Everyone is assumed to be able to reach a fully non-violent stage if they try hard enough. 
D)  Kohlberg's theory is based in individualistic thinking, which may not apply to people who are more concerned with the perspectives of others 
A)  The theory places too much emphasis on sensation and not enough on cognition. 
B)  Shyness is assumed to be a personality trait and therefore shy people are assumed to be less moral. 
C)  Everyone is assumed to be able to reach a fully non-violent stage if they try hard enough. 
D)  Kohlberg's theory is based in individualistic thinking, which may not apply to people who are more concerned with the perspectives of others D

Question 3

The overall evaluation of self is referred to as:

Accepted Answer

A)  Self-esteem 
B)  Confidence 
C)  Self-worth 
D)  Poise 
A)  Self-esteem 
B)  Confidence 
C)  Self-worth 
D)  Poise A

Question 4

Hormones are just one reason for teens sometimes up & down moods. Describe 3 other reasons, according to your textbook author.

Accepted Answer

According to the textbook author, three

Question 5

Which of the following is a factor associated with adolescent suicide?

Accepted Answer

A)  Feelings of hopelessness 
B)  Physical and sexual abuse 
C)  Lack of family support 
D)  All the above 
A)  Feelings of hopelessness 
B)  Physical and sexual abuse 
C)  Lack of family support 
D)  All the above

Question 6

A social worker who explores how Alicia is getting meals when she is on the street, whether school stress is involved with Alicia's behavior, and inquires if Alicia has any particular faith or spirituality connections that could serve as a resource would be working from which model or theory?

Accepted Answer

A)  Systems theory 
B)  Ecological model 
C)  Medical Model 
D)  Psychosocial theory 
A)  Systems theory 
B)  Ecological model 
C)  Medical Model 
D)  Psychosocial theory

Question 7

Why is it important for social workers to understand the dynamics of peer relationships?

Accepted Answer

It is important for social workers to un

Question 8

Discuss the media's portrayal of "bodies" and the possible connection to eating disorders.

Accepted Answer

The media's portrayal of "bodies" often

Question 9

With regards to adolescent drug use, when compared to other industrialized nations, the United States

Accepted Answer

A)  Has similar rates 
B)  Has the highest rate 
C)  Has lower rates 
D)  Spends more money on treatment 
A)  Has similar rates 
B)  Has the highest rate 
C)  Has lower rates 
D)  Spends more money on treatment

Question 10

Explain 3 possible reasons, including at least one using Piaget's theory, for teen pregnancy.

Accepted Answer

1) Lack of proper education and informat

Question 11

Discuss the debate over sex education.

Accepted Answer

The debate over sex education is a compl

Question 12

The "O" in the SAD PERSON suicide assessment stands for:

Accepted Answer

A)  Oppositional defiant 
B)  Organized plan 
C)  Ordered to be assessed 
D)  Open to getting help 
A)  Oppositional defiant 
B)  Organized plan 
C)  Ordered to be assessed 
D)  Open to getting help

Question 13

A disorder characterized by extreme thinness along with eating binges and purge patterns is called:

Accepted Answer

A)  Anorexia nervosa 
B)  Bulimia nervosa 
C)  Weight anxiety 
D)  Refusal to maintain body weight 
A)  Anorexia nervosa 
B)  Bulimia nervosa 
C)  Weight anxiety 
D)  Refusal to maintain body weight

Question 14

Which eating disorder is Alicia's mom most likely worried about based on Alicia's behavior?

Accepted Answer

A)  Anorexia nervosa 
B)  Bulimia nervosa 
C)  Weight anxiety 
D)  Refusal to maintain body weight 
A)  Anorexia nervosa 
B)  Bulimia nervosa 
C)  Weight anxiety 
D)  Refusal to maintain body weight

Question 15

If Alicia started to ------------------------------- on time because she agreed to a reward system where 3 days in a row of being on time at school earns her a ticket to see her favorite band in concert, she would be said to be in which of Kohlberg's stages?

Accepted Answer

A)  Stage 2 Native hedonism 
B)  Stage 3 Good Boy, Good Girl 
C)  Stage 4 Authority-maintaining morality 
D)  Stage 1 The morality of nonviolent responsibility 
A)  Stage 2 Native hedonism 
B)  Stage 3 Good Boy, Good Girl 
C)  Stage 4 Authority-maintaining morality 
D)  Stage 1 The morality of nonviolent responsibility

Question 16

The prejudice or discrimination in favor of those who are heterosexual refers to:

Accepted Answer

A)  Homophobia 
B)  Sexism 
C)  Heterosexism 
D)  Queermisia 
A)  Homophobia 
B)  Sexism 
C)  Heterosexism 
D)  Queermisia

Question 17

"Opinions of others are not as important as the integrity of their decisions." Which level of Gilligan's theory of moral development does this describe?

Accepted Answer

A)  Goodness as self-sacrifice 
B)  The morality of nonviolent responsibility 
C)  Morality of individual principles and conscience 
D)  Orientation to personal survival 
A)  Goodness as self-sacrifice 
B)  The morality of nonviolent responsibility 
C)  Morality of individual principles and conscience 
D)  Orientation to personal survival

Question 18

A brand new foster parent will be receiving her first placements this weekend - 3 teenage siblings, ages 14, 15, and 16. In a panic, she calls her best friend who works with at-risk teenagers at a nearby high school. What information about adolescents would she hear if her friend had just read the 3 Milner chapters? Compare this information to Erikson's theory.

Accepted Answer

If her friend had just read the 3 Milner

Question 19

The "A" in the SAD PERSON suicide assessment stands for:

Accepted Answer

A)  Access to a weapon 
B)  Admission is required to a psychiatric hospital 
C)  Admitted to having prior attempts 
D)  Age 
A)  Access to a weapon 
B)  Admission is required to a psychiatric hospital 
C)  Admitted to having prior attempts 
D)  Age

Question 20

Discuss the differences between anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa.

Accepted Answer

Anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa are

List 3 challenges of teen homelessness Alicia may face if she leaves her home.

Which of the following is a valid critique of Kohlberg's Moral Development theory?

The overall evaluation of self is referred to as:

Hormones are just one reason for teens sometimes up & down moods. Describe 3 other reasons, according to your textbook author.

Which of the following is a factor associated with adolescent suicide?

A social worker who explores how Alicia is getting meals when she is on the street, whether school stress is involved with Alicia's behavior, and inquires if Alicia has any particular faith or spirituality connections that could serve as a resource would be working from which model or theory?

Why is it important for social workers to understand the dynamics of peer relationships?

Discuss the media's portrayal of "bodies" and the possible connection to eating disorders.

With regards to adolescent drug use, when compared to other industrialized nations, the United States

Explain 3 possible reasons, including at least one using Piaget's theory, for teen pregnancy.

Discuss the debate over sex education.

The "O" in the SAD PERSON suicide assessment stands for:

A disorder characterized by extreme thinness along with eating binges and purge patterns is called:

Which eating disorder is Alicia's mom most likely worried about based on Alicia's behavior?

If Alicia started to ------------------------------- on time because she agreed to a reward system where 3 days in a row of being on time at school earns her a ticket to see her favorite band in concert, she would be said to be in which of Kohlberg's stages?

The prejudice or discrimination in favor of those who are heterosexual refers to:

"Opinions of others are not as important as the integrity of their decisions." Which level of Gilligan's theory of moral development does this describe?

The "A" in the SAD PERSON suicide assessment stands for:

Discuss the differences between anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa.

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List 3 challenges of teen homelessness Alicia may face if she leaves her home.

Which of the following is a valid critique of Kohlberg's Moral Development theory?

The overall evaluation of self is referred to as:

Hormones are just one reason for teens sometimes up & down moods. Describe 3 other reasons, according to your textbook author.

Which of the following is a factor associated with adolescent suicide?

A social worker who explores how Alicia is getting meals when she is on the street, whether school stress is involved with Alicia's behavior, and inquires if Alicia has any particular faith or spirituality connections that could serve as a resource would be working from which model or theory?

Why is it important for social workers to understand the dynamics of peer relationships?

Discuss the media's portrayal of "bodies" and the possible connection to eating disorders.

With regards to adolescent drug use, when compared to other industrialized nations, the United States

Explain 3 possible reasons, including at least one using Piaget's theory, for teen pregnancy.

Discuss the debate over sex education.

The "O" in the SAD PERSON suicide assessment stands for:

A disorder characterized by extreme thinness along with eating binges and purge patterns is called:

Which eating disorder is Alicia's mom most likely worried about based on Alicia's behavior?

If Alicia started to ------------------------------- on time because she agreed to a reward system where 3 days in a row of being on time at school earns her a ticket to see her favorite band in concert, she would be said to be in which of Kohlberg's stages?

The prejudice or discrimination in favor of those who are heterosexual refers to:

"Opinions of others are not as important as the integrity of their decisions." Which level of Gilligan's theory of moral development does this describe?

The "A" in the SAD PERSON suicide assessment stands for:

Discuss the differences between anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa.

Human Behavior and the Social Work Profession

Lenses for Conceptualizing Problems and Interventions: the Person in the Environment

Lenses for Conceptualizing Problems and Interventions: Biopsychosocial Dimensions

Lenses for Conceptualizing Problems and Interventions: Sociocultural Dimensions

Lenses for Conceptualizing Problems and Interventions: Social Change Dimensions

Pre-Pregnancy and Prenatal Issues

Development in Infancy and Early Childhood

Development in Middle Childhood

Development in Early Adulthood

Development in Middle Adulthood

Development in Late Adulthood

Looking Forward: Challenges and Opportunities for the Social Work Profession

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