SWREN414R Interactive Learning

1. How many mental health professionals are clinically trained social workers?

• 35%

• 50%

• 60%

• 75%

According to the article, which research method was adopted in this research?

• Survey

• Observation

• Reviewing past studies

• Interview

3. The DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) is primarily used for:

• Classifying and diagnosing mental disorders

• Providing treatment protocols for mental health conditions

• Measuring the effectiveness of psychiatric medication

• Conducting therapy sessions with clients

The person-in-environment perspective in social work emphasizes:

• Focusing solely on an individual’s psychological state for effective intervention

• Understanding individuals by considering their relationships within social, environmental, and cultural contexts

• Prioritizing medical and biological factors over social and environmental factors

• Treating individuals without considering external influences like family or community

According to the research findings, which of the following statements is NOT true:

• Participants (interviewees) found DSM diagnosis useful for helping clients understand their experiences, but not as a guide for intervention.

• DSM diagnosis was helpful for medication decisions, communication, and continuity of care.

• The environment was seen as essential for understanding clients, but not as powerful as diagnosis in guiding treatment.

• The majority of participants (interviewees) would give a psychiatric diagnosis even if not required to do so.

Which of the following statements may be supported by the author?

• Social work practitioners should not use the DSM for its oppressive nature.

• It is easy to distinguish between internal disorder and problems caused by environmental stressors.

• Integrative teaching modules reflecting real-world practice may be necessary in MSW curricula.

• Environment is essential for understanding clients; therefore, it should be used in diagnosis in guiding treatment to replace the DSM.