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Social work ASWB clinical exam guide : a comprehensive study guide for success / Dawn Apgar, PhD, LSW, ACSW.
- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Apgar, Dawn, author.
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Social workers--Certification--United States.
- Social workers.
- Psychiatric social work--United States--Examinations--Study guides.
- Psychiatric social work.
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource (472 pages)
- Edition:
- Second edition.
- Place of Publication:
- New York, New York : Springer Publishing Company, 2018.
- Summary:
- Print version of the book includes free access to the app (web, iOS, and Android), which offers interactive Q&A review plus the entire text of the print book!Please note the app is included with print purchase only.
- Contents:
- Cover
- Title
- Copyright
- Contents
- Preface
- New in the Second Edition
- Share Social Work ASWB® Clinical Exam Guide: A Comprehensive Study Guide for Success, Second Edition
- Introduction
- About the Examination
- 10 Things That You Should Know About the ASWB Examinations
- Test-Taking Strategies and Tips
- 10 Essential Strategies for Study Success
- 20 Tips You Need to Use to Answer Questions Correctly
- Dealing With Test Anxiety
- Examination Content
- Visual Learners
- Auditory Learners
- Kinesthetic or Hands-On Learners
- Self-Assessment
- Unit I: Human Development, Diversity, and Behavior in the Environment (24%)
- Chapter 1: Human Growth and Development
- Theories of Human Development Throughout the Lifespan (e.g., Physical, Social, Emotional, Cognitive, Behavioral)
- The Indicators of Normal and Abnormal Physical, Cognitive, Emotional, and Sexual Development Throughout the Lifespan
- Theories of Sexual Development Throughout the Lifespan
- Theories of Spiritual Development Throughout the LifeSpan
- Theories of Racial, Ethnic, and Cultural Development Throughout the Lifespan
- The Effects of Physical, Mental, and Cognitive Disabilities Throughout the Lifespan
- The Interplay of Biological, Psychological, Social, and Spiritual Factors
- Basic Human Needs
- The Principles of Attachment and Bonding
- The Effect of Aging on Biopsychosocial Functioning
- Gerontology
- Personality Theories
- Factors Influencing Self-Image (e.g., Culture, Race, Religion/Spirituality, Age, Disability, Trauma)
- Body Image and Its Impact (e.g., Identity, Self-Esteem, Relationships, Habits)
- Parenting Skills and Capacities
- Basic Principles of Human Genetics
- The Family Life Cycle
- Models of Family Life Education in Social Work Practice
- The Impact of Aging Parents on Adult Children.
- Systems and Ecological Perspectives and Theories
- Strengths-Based and Resilience Theories
- The Dynamics and Effects of Loss, Separation, and Grief
- Chapter 2: Human Behavior in the Social Environment
- Person-in-Environment (PIE) Theory
- Family Dynamics and Functioning and the Effects on Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
- The Dynamics of Interpersonal Relationships
- Indicators and Dynamics of Abuse and Neglect Throughout the Lifespan
- The Effects of Physical, Sexual, and Psychological Abuse on Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
- The Characteristics of Perpetrators of Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
- The Effects of Life Events, Stressors, and Crises on Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
- The Impact of Stress, Trauma, and Violence
- Crisis Intervention Theories
- The Effect of Poverty on Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
- The Impact of the Environment (e.g., Social, Physical, Cultural, Political, Economic) on Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
- Social and Economic Justice
- Theories of Social Change and Community Development
- The Impact of Social Institutions on Society
- The Impact of Globalization on Clients/Client Systems (e.g., Interrelatedness of Systems, International Integration, Technology, Environmental or Financial Crises, Epidemics)
- Criminal Justice Systems
- The Impact of Out-of-Home Placement (e.g., Hospitalization, Foster Care, Residential Care, Criminal Justice System) on Clients/Client Systems
- Theories of Couples Development
- The Impact of Physical and Mental Illness on Family Dynamics
- Co-Occurring Disorders and Conditions
- The Impact of Caregiving on Families
- Psychological Defense Mechanisms and Their Effects on Behavior and Relationships.
- Addiction Theories and Concepts
- The Effects of Addiction and Substance Abuse on Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
- The Indicators of Addiction and Substance Abuse
- Role Theories
- Feminist Theory
- Theories of Group Development and Functioning
- Communication Theories and Styles
- Theories of Conflict
- Chapter 3: Diversity and Discrimination
- The Effect of Disability on Biopsychosocial Functioning Throughout the Lifespan
- The Effect of Culture, Race, and Ethnicity on Behaviors, Attitudes, and Identity
- The Effects of Discrimination and Stereotypes on Behaviors, Attitudes, and Identity
- The Influence of Sexual Orientation on Behaviors, Attitudes, and Identity
- The Impact of Transgender and Transitioning Process on Behaviors, Attitudes, Identity, and Relationships
- Systemic (Institutionalized) Discrimination (e.g., Racism, Sexism, Ageism)
- The Principles of Culturally Competent Social Work Practice
- Sexual Orientation Concepts
- Gender and Gender Identity Concepts
- Unit II: Assessment, Diagnosis, and Treatment Planning (30%)
- Chapter 4: Biopsychosocial History and Collateral Data
- The Components of a Biopsychosocial Assessment
- Techniques and Instruments Used to Assess Clients/Client Systems
- The Types of Information Available From Other Sources (e.g., Agency, Employment, Medical, Psychological, Legal, or School Records)
- Methods to Obtain Sensitive Information (e.g., Substance Abuse, Sexual Abuse)
- The Principles of Active Listening and Observation
- The Indicators of Sexual Dysfunction
- Symptoms of Neurologic and Organic Disorders
- Chapter 5: Assessment and Diagnosis
- The Factors and Processes Used in Problem Formulation
- Methods of Involving Clients/Client Systems in Problem Identification (e.g., Gathering Collateral Information).
- The Components and Function of the Mental Status Examination
- Methods to Incorporate the Results of Psychological and Eduactional Tests Into Assessment
- The Indicators of Psychosocial Stress
- The Indicators, Dynamics, and Impact of Exploitation Across the Lifespan (e.g., Financial, Immigration Status, Sexual Trafficking)
- The Indicators of Traumatic Stress and Violence
- Methods Used to Assess Trauma
- Risk Assessment Methods
- The Indicators and Risk Factors of the Client's/Client System's Danger to Self and Others
- Methods to Assess the Client's/Client System's Strengths, Resources, and Challenges (e.g., Individual, Family, Group, Organization, Community)
- The Indicators of Motivation, Resistance, and Readiness to Change
- Methods to Assess Motivation, Resistance, and Readiness to Change
- Methods to Assess the Client's/Client System's Communication Skills
- Methods to Assess the Client's/Client System's Coping Abilities
- The Indicators of Client's/Client System's Strengths and Challenges
- Methods to Assess Ego Strengths
- The Use of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of the American Psychiatric Association
- The Indicators of Mental and Emotional Illness Throughout the Lifespan
- Biopsychosocial Factors Related to Mental Health
- Biopsychosocial Responses to Illness and Disability
- Common Psychotropic and Non-Psychotropic Prescriptions and Over-the-Counter Medications and Their Side Effects
- The Indicators of Somatization
- The Indicators of Feigning Illness
- Basic Medical Terminology
- The Indicators of Behavioral Dysfunction
- Placement Options Based on Assessed Level of Care
- Methods to Assess Organizational Functioning (e.g., Agency Assessments)
- Data Collection and Analysis Methods
- Chapter 6: Treatment Planning
- Methods to Involve Clients/Client Systems in Intervention Planning.
- Cultural Considerations in the Creation of an Intervention Plan
- The Criteria Used in the Selection of Intervention/Treatment Modalities (e.g., Client/Client System Abilities, Culture, Life Stage)
- The Components of Intervention, Treatment, and Service Plans
- Theories of Trauma-Informed Care
- Methods and Approaches to Trauma-Informed Care
- The Impact of Immigration, Refugee, or Undocumented Status on Service Delivery
- Methods to Develop, Review, and Implement Crisis Plans
- Discharge, Aftercare, and Follow-Up Planning
- Techniques Used to Evaluate a Client's/Client System's Progress
- Methods, Techniques, and Instruments Used to Evaluate Social Work Practice
- The Principles and Features of Objective and Subjective Data
- Basic and Applied Research Design and Methods
- Methods to Assess Reliability and Validity in Social Work Research
- Unit III: Psychotherapy, Clinical Interventions, and Case Management (27%)
- Chapter 7: Therapeutic Relationship
- The Components of the Social Worker-Client/Client System Relationship
- The Principles and Techniques for Building and Maintaining a Helping Relationship
- The Dynamics of Power and Transparency in the Social Worker-Client/Client System Relationship
- The Social Worker's Role in the Problem-Solving Process
- Methods to Clarify the Roles and Responsibilities of the Social Worker and Client/Client System in the Intervention Process
- The Concept of Acceptance and Empathy in the Social Worker-Client/Client System Relationship
- The Dynamics of Diversity in the Social Worker-Client/Client System Relationship
- The Effect of the Client's Developmental Level on the Social Worker-Client Relationship
- The Impact of Domestic, Intimate Partner, and Other Violence on the Helping Relationship
- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication Techniques
- The Concept of Congruence in Communication.
- Methods to Obtain and Provide Feedback.
- Notes:
- Includes bibliographical references and index.
- Description based on print version record.
- Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.
- ISBN:
- 0-8261-4714-3
- OCLC:
- 1007924040
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