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SFAREAFI (First/Next)

Safety


Feelings


Assess


Refer


Educate


Advocate


Facilitate


Intervene

SADAM

Sam And David Are Marvelous


Schizophrenia


Anxiety disorders


Depressive disorders


ADHD


Mood Disorders

Schizophrenia Meds

Christina Has Two RolexZ



Clozaril


Haldol


Thorazine


Risperdal


Zyprexa

Depressive disorders meds

Paige Called Zian Laughing passionately w/ Luv



Prozac


Celexa


Zoloft


Lexapro


Paxil


Luvox

Mood Disorders Meds

Let’s Dance Like Aaliyah



Lithium


Depakote


Lamicital


Abilify

Anxiety meds

Victor’s Xylophone Ain’t Kickn



Valium


Xanax


Antiva (Lorazepam)


Klonopin

ADHD MEDS

Ryan & Chris are A Disaster



Ritalin/Concerta (Methylphenidate)


Adderal


Dexedrine

Developmental Counseling and Therapy (DCT)

A BEHAVIORAL INTERVENTION used to assess clients and incorporate human development in intervention plan.




Includes 4 cognitive-emotional developmental styles:




-sensorimotor


-concrete


-formal


-dialectic system

Sensorimotor


4 Cognitive-Emotional Development Styles

Bodywork, exercise, here&Now emotions, guided imagery, medication, meditation/relaxation training





Concrete


4 Cognitive-Emotional Development Styles

assertiveness training, behavioral therapy (charts and counts), brief therapy, crisis intervention, decision making and problem solving, psychoeducational skills training

Formal


4 Cognitive-Emotional Development Styles

Adlerian therapy, bibliotherapy, cognitive therapy, dream analysis, narratives and reflecting on stories, person-centered therapy, psychodynamic therapies

Dialectic Systemic (Understanding how others think)


4 Cognitive-Emotional Development Styles

advocacy for social justice, community or neighborhood action, consciousness raising groups, multicultural counseling, self help groups

Jumping to conclusions

when clients assume they know how others feel and why they act as they do without being told

Polarized Thinking

If a client falls short of perfect, it is seen as total failure. Things are black or white. It is either failure or perfection, there is no in between.

Catastrophizing

When client expects disaster to strike no matter what. Referred to as "magnifying or minimizing"

Blaming

Holding other people responsible for pain or oneself for every problem

Behavioral Family Therapy

Family Therapy approach center on reinforcing desired behavior to improve communication within a family, rather than focusing on negative acts. Operates on the theory that actions are learned responses acquired from past experiences. SW encourages family to focus on present and not dwell on past.

Bowenian Trained SW

focuses on intergenerational transmisson process. Improvement in overall functioning will improve family member's symptomology. 8 major theoretical constructs are essential to understanding Bowen's approach

Strategic Family Therapy

family therapy is active, directive, and task-centered. It is more interested in creating change in behavior than change in understanding.

Structural Family Therapy

strengths-based , outcome-oriented treatment modality based on ecosystemic principles. Focuses on what is taking place with family members and recurrent patterns of interactions with members. Goal is to locate and mobilize strengths, helping family outgrow constraining patterns. Goal is effectively working through conflict, not absence of conflict

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Hands on practical approach to problem solving. Goal is to change patterns of thinking or behaviors that are responsible for clients' difficulties, and so change the way they feel. Focuses on thoughts, images, beliefs, and attitudes (cognitive processes).




Approach is active, collaborative, structured, time limited, goal-oriented, and problem focused.

Triangulation

Using multiple information sources

Problems should always be viewed in the….

Person-in-environment perspective and strengths based approach

Beck Depression Inventory (BDI)

21 item test, presented in multiple choice formats, that assesses the presence and degree of Depression in adolescents and adults

The Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI)

Objective verbal inventory designed as a personality test for the assessment of psychopathology consisting of 550 statements, 16 of which are repeated

Danger to self: Protective Factors

1. Effective and appropriate clinical care for mental, physical, and substance abuse


2. East access to variety of clinical interventions and supports (medical and MH)


3. Restricted access to firearms or hazards


4. Family and community support


5. Learned coping skills and stress reduction skills


6. Cultural and religious beliefs that discourage suicide and support self preservation

Danger to self: Behavioral Warning Signs

1. Change in eating and sleeping


2. Drug and alcohol use


3. Unusual neglect of personal appearance


4.Marked personality Change


5. Loss of interest in pleasurable activities


6. Not Tolerating praise or rewards


7. Giving away belongings


8. Isolation from others


9. Taking care of legal and other issues


10.dramatic increase in mood


11. Verbalizes threats to commit suicide or feelings of despair and hopelessness

Danger to Others: Risk Factors

1. Youth who become violent before age 13


2. Serious violence is associated with drugs, guns, and other risky behaviors


3. Involvement w/ delinquent peers and gang membership

Danger to Others: Protective Factors

1. Effective programs combine components that address both individual risk and environmental conditions; building individual skills and competencies; changes in peer group


2. Interventions that target change in social context appear more effective, rather than changing individual attitudes


3. Effective and appropriate clinical care for mental, physical, and substance abuse disorders


4. Easy access to variety of clinical interventions and support


5. Restricted access to hazards


6. Family and community support


7.learned coping and stress reduction skills

Danger to Others: Behavioral Warning Signs

1. Drug and alcohol use


2. Marked personality changes


3. Angry outburst


4. Preoccupation with killing, war, violence, weapons, and so on


5. Isolation from others


6. Obtaining guns or other lethal methods


Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)

Self reported inventory that attempts to classify individuals along four theoretically independent dimensions.


1.General attitude (extraverted or introverted)


2. Perception (sensation or intuition)


3. Processing (Thinking or Feeling)


4.Judging vs perceiving

Rorschach Inkblot Test

Client responses to inkblots are used to assess perceptual reactions and other psychological functioning.

Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scale

Designed for the testing of cognitive abilities. Provides verbal, performance, and full scale scores for children and adults

Thematic Apperception Test ( TAT)

A series of pictures of Ambiguous scenes. Clients are asked to make up stories or fantasies concerning what is happening, has happened, what is going to happen, & their thoughts/feelings. Used to understand client’s current needs, motives, emotions, and conflicts, both unconscious and conscious.

Wechsler Intelligence Scale (WISC)

Designed as a measure of a child’s intellectual and cognitive ability. Has 4 index scales and a full scale score

Psychological Test

Instruments used to measure an assortment of mental abilities and characteristics, such as personality, achievement, intelligence, & Neurological functioning. Often in form of questionnaires. May be written, verbal, or pictorial

Educational Test

Measure cognitive (Thinking) abilities and academic achievement. Provide a profile of strengths and weaknesses that accurately identify areas for academic remediation and insight into the best learning strategies.

Social Work Assessment

More comprehensive process that may utilize the results from educational and psychological test. Can include interviewing client/family, reviewing client’s history, checking existing records, and consulting with previous or concurrent providers.

Danger to self: Risk Factors

1.History of Previous Suicide Attemps


2. Lives alone, Lacks social support


3. Presence of psych disorder


4. Substance abuse


5. Family history of Suicide


6.exposure to suicidal behaviors


7. Losses (relationships,job, financial,social)


8. Presence of firearms or hazards

Methods to Identify More about Client’s Strengths, Resources, and Challenges

Seeking Exceptions- determining when problem does not exist or occur


Scaling problem- identifying severity of problem on scale from 1-10 according to client


Scaling Motivation- estimating the degree to which client feels hopeful about resolution


Miracle question- having client determine what would be different if problem didn’t exist

Stages of Change

Precontemplation


Contemplation


Preparation


Action


Maintenance

Name dropped sections from DSM-5

- Disorders usually first diagnosed at infancy, childhood, & Adolescence


- Multiaxial system of diagnosis (Axis I, Axis II, Axis III)

Albert Bandura’s Social Learning Theory

proposes that children learn, grow, and develop by mimicking the behaviors and responses of the behavioral interactions they observe around them.



These mimicked behaviors can come from their mothers and fathers, close family members, caregivers, teachers, and other people they commonly interact with.

Accredidation

-when an individual is recognized in an official capacity as having acquired the qualifications to perform a specific activity or profession.


- formal acknowledgement of an educational or training program

SW Core Value: Service

commitment to help individuals, Couples, families, groups, and communities identify their needs, decide how to meet those needs, utilize resources that can assist in resolving those needs, and Assist in having those needs met and resolving the issues.

Autism Spectrum Disorder

-persistent problems in social interaction and communication across wide range of activities


- reduced ability to share emotions and interest


-poor ability in communication and understanding both verbal and non verbal cues/gestures


-fixation on restricted interest


-repetitious behaviors and patterns


-heightened sensitivity or lack thereof to enviromental sensory stimuli

Delusional Disorder

-enduring delusions accompanied by non-prominent hallucinations pertinent to nature of delusion itself


- functioning not significantly affected

Brief psychotic disorder

- hallucinations, delusions, disorganized incoherent speech, grossly disorganized, or catatonic behavior


- 1 day to a month/ 30 days or less

Schizophreniform Disorder

- hallucinations


-delusions


-disorganized incoherent speech


-grossly disorganized


-catatonic behavior


-reduced emotional expressivenesses or avolition


- 2 symptoms present b/w 1 to 6 mo

Schizophrenia

- hallucinations


-delusions


-disorganized incoherent speech


-grossly disorganized


-catatonic behavior


-reduced emotional expressivenesses or avolition


- 2 symptoms present at least 6mo

Schizoaffective Disorder

An illness characterized by continuous period wherein the major symptoms of schizophrenia are present and for the majority of duration of the condition major mood (depressive or manic) episodes are present

Bi Polar Disorder

-Current or previous hypomanic episode are met


-AND current or previous major depressive disorder must be met

Major Depressive Disorder

- persistent negative mood


-diminished satisfaction or pleasure from engaging in nearly all activities


-significant weight loss


-chronic insomnia or hypersomnia


- agitation


-fatigue


-feelings of worthlessness


-difficulty concentrating and focusing


- SI


- Presence of least five symptoms for sustained 2 weeks

Manic Episode

A period of greatly elevated persistent heightened mood characterized by increased activity, energy, or irritability lasting a week


Characterized by at least 3 of the following:


- grandiosity


-insomnia


-garrulousness


- incoherent disconnected rapid thoughts


-difficulty focusing


-agitation


-aggression


-restlessness


-increase in goal-directed activity


-impulsiveness



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Bi Polar Disorder

Characterized by combination of Manic episode, hypomanic episode, and major depressive disorder

Active Listening




Communication Techniques

SW sitting up straight and in relaxed/open manner. Attentively listening, commenting on client's statements, asking open-ended questions, and making statements to show listening is occurring

Silence




Communication Techniques

shows acceptance of client's feelings and promotes introspection or time to think about what has been learned




*effective for client's with high degree in emotion

Questioning




Communication Techniques

using open and closed ended formats to get relevant Information is non-judgmental manner

Reflecting or Validating


Communication Techniques

show empathetic understanding of client's problems. These techniques can also assist clients in understanding thought patterns

Paraphrasing/Clarifying


Communication Techniques

Social workers rephrase what clients are saying in order to join together information.




Clarification uses questioning, paraphrasing, and restating to ensure full understanding of clients' ideas and thoughts.

Reframing


Communication Techniques

SW shows clients that there are different perspectives and ideas that can help to change negative thinking patterns and promote change.

Universalization


Communication Techniques

Places client experiences in the context of other individuals who are experiencing the same or similar challenges, and seeks to help clients grasp that feelings and experiences are not uncommon given circumstances




* SW reassure clients of the "normality" of their feelings.

Confrontation


Communication Techniques

Occurs when social workers call attention to clients' feelings, attitudes, or behaviors, often when there is inconsistency in them

Reasons for Needs Assessments, to determine

- whether services exist in the community


-whether there are enough clients


-who uses existing services


- What barriers prevent clients from accepting services


- the existence of an ongoing social problem

Universalism

Denotes benefits made available to an entire population as a basic right

Service Network

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Social Policy Analysis

Systemic approach to solving problems through policies. Involves:




- identifying problem


- developing alternatives


-assessing impacts of alternatives


- selecting option to solve problem


-designing and implementing policy


-evaluating outcomes

Social Allocation

determines who shall benefit and eligibility

Crisis Intervention Steps

1.Biopsychosocial/ lethal means assessment


2. Build rapport/ establish collaborative relationship


3. Identify problems


4.encourage exploration of feelings


5. Coping strategies


6. Action plan


7. Plan Follow up

Crisis

Disruption of psychological homeostasis in which using coping mechanisms failed

Subjective

Client’s report of how he or she is doing

Objective

Clinical reports/ documentation, vital signs, physical examinations, disorientation, & more

Research process

1. Identify research problem


2. Review previous literature


3. Specify hypotheses


4. Describe data necessary to test hypotheses


5. Describe the methods of analysis to determine if hypotheses is true or false

Experimental (Types of research)

Randomized and most rigorous

Quasi-experimental (types of research)

- Uses intervention and comparison groups


- assignment to groups non- randomized

Pre-experimental (Types of Research)

- contains intervention groups ONLY


-NO CONTROL GROUPS

Pre-experimental (Types of Research)

- contains intervention groups ONLY


-NO CONTROL GROUPS


-weakest type

Social Justice

view that everyone deserves equal economic, political, and social rights & opportunities

Action Research

technique to influence social policy through an interactive inquiry process that balances collaborative problem-solving actions with data driven collaborative analysis or research.

Scientific Management Theory

involves creating multiple levels of workers to improve productivity. levels include:




- workers


-supervisors


- managers

Human relations theory

focuses on individuals in a workplace than rules, procedures, and processes.




employees and managers interact w/ one another to help make decisions.

Systems Theory

management helps managers look at organizations from a broader perspective, such as interrelations

Contingency Theory

based on belief that there is no best way to organize, lead, or make decisions, in organizations. flexible approach and dependent upon situations

Administrative


Functions of supervision

promotion and maintenance of good standards of work, coordination of practice with policies of administration, and the assurance of an efficient and smooth running office

Educational


Functions of supervision

educational development of each social worker in manner calculated to inspire

Supportive


Functions of Supervision

the maintenance of harmonious working relationships and the cultivation of positive interactions among colleagues

Mental Health Parity

generally refers to the aim of achieving health insurance plans for treatment of Mental health conditions that is equivalent to coverage for physical conditions

Cooptation

process by which a group subsumes or assimilates another (usually smaller or weaker) with goal of gaining support by adopting views or ideals of the group (s) subsumed

Steps to help clients w/ Utilization of Available community resources

1. identify need or purpose of referral




2.Research Resources




3. Discuss and select options




4. Plan for initial contact




5. Make initial contact




6. Follow up to see if need was met

Categorical grant

used for specific program and usually limited to narrowly defined activities

Federal Match

the share of costs that the federal government contributes to accomplish the purpose of grant

Voucher program

a cross b/w in-kind benefits and cash assistance. Earmarked for a specific service or commodity but clients can use them as desired

Block Grants

grant in which congress determines its objectives

Social Welfare legislation

list grant objectives and oversees administrative accountability for grant implementation and to determine whether grant is achieving its objectives

Amicus Briefs

documents that are filed in court by advocacy groups.




can supplement or take place of expert witnesses as method of communicating to court

Termination letters

should include:


- clients' name


- dates treatment began and ended


-reasons for the termination


-summary of treatment

Social Planning

the process by which a community decides its goals and strategies relating to societal issues.




Reasons for community participation:


-more likely policy solutions will be generated


-leads to ownership of initiatives/outcomes of social planning


-create relationships/partnerships among diverse groups


-community members more like to buy into policy created


-energizes community to continue positive change

Before Termination of services for non-payment

following criteria must be met:




-financial contact arrangements have been made clear, preferably in writing


- clients do not pose imminent danger or risk to self or others


-clinical and other consequences of non-payment have been made clear



Ethical problem solving steps

1. identifying the ethical standards


2. determining if ethical issue or dilemma exist


3.weighing ethical issues in light of social work values and principles


4. suggesting modifications in light of prioritized ethical values and principles


5.implementation of modifications


6.monitor situation

SW Core Vales

-Service


-Social Justice


-dignity and worth of person


-importance of human relationships


-integrity


-competence

When can SW limit client's right to self Determination

clients actions or potential actions pose a serious, foreseeable, and imminent risk to themselves or others

Duty to claim privilege

States that social workers should protect the confidentiality of Clients during legal proceedings to the extent permitted by law

Can Psychotherapy notes be released with request for "ALL" records?

No, a separate release for psychotherapy notes must be signed

Social Care

concerned primarily with changing the situations or environment of clients. Mainly used to assist those who cannot meet their needs.




Ex.public housing

Rehabilitation

focuses on changing individuals and helping them learn new skills or return to prior living function such.Refers to Substance abuse and addictions

Habilitation

focuses on changing individuals and helping them learn new skills or return to prior living function such.Refers to job training to enter work force

Social Control

Is to restrict or monitor client independence for a specific time because of law violations (those in criminal system)

How to obtain informed consent

Social workers must:




use clear and understandable language related to service purposes, risk, limits, due to third party payers, time frames, and rights of refusal or withdrawal

Professional Objectivity

Social Worker should not be burdened with emotional investment

Transference

Feelings a client transfers onto a social worker (and other present relationships), occurring usually unconsciously and focusing around unresolved issues or conflicts in past relationships

Countertransference

unconscious feelings or reactions a social worker may have toward a client.

Linguistic Competency

capacity of organization and it's personnel to communicate effectively and convey Information in a manner that is easily understood by diverse audiences, including persons of limited english, low literacy skills, and disabilities

Use of self

refers to social workers reflection and ways their own personality traits, attributes, values, beliefs, life experiences, and culture influence work with clients.

Organizational Structure

Aspect of the agency that involves staff roles and responsibilities, including the process by which case assignments are based

Single subject research

-client is his or her own control group


- looks at average effect of intervention b/w groups of people


-smaller scale

The Helping Process

Eat Pie Today


Engagement


Assessment


Planning


Intervention


Evaluation


Termination

John Bowlby's Attachment Theory

States the bond created b/w a baby and mother/primary caregiver is by biological desire at birth. Bond that occurs causes infant to learn and grow with sense of security. Bond lays the foundation for healthy bonds and relationships as child grows

Empathetic Method

Social worker and client develop trusting and respectful relationship

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

- condition last at least 1 month


- results from experiencing actual or threatened death, serious injury, or sexual violence


-directly experiencing/witnessing traumatic event


-becoming aware of close friend or family members suffering traumatic event


-repeated exposure to aversive aspects of traumatic events

Borderline Personality Disorder

-Indicated by a pervasive pattern of instability in interpersonal relationships, of self image and affects


-accompanied by marked impulsivity with an onset in early adulthood and present in a variety of contexts

Narcissistic Personality Disorder

-Pervasive pattern of grandiosity


-need for admiration


-lack of empathy, originating in early adulthood


-exaggerated sense of importance


-displays conceited, boastful, demeanor


-overestimates his or hers abilities and accomplishments

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

-pervasive pre-occupation with orderliness, perfectionism, and control


-originates in early adulthood



Social Anxiety Disorder

-Indicated by inordinate fear of situations in which person may be subject to evaluate/be around others

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

-Inordinate worry about variety of scenarios, occurring more days than not and lasting 6 months

Separation Anxiety Disorder

Inordinate anxiety upon separation from parties the individual has formed a close emotional attachment to. including 3 of the following




must have 3 of the required characteristics

Panic Disorder

sudden, unexpected, intense fear response during which anxiety rapidly escalates within minutes

Acute Stress Disorder

-Symptoms of this disorder are the same as PTSD disorder


-starting immediately after the trauma and lasting 3 days to 1 month

Brief Psychotic Disorder

hallucinations, delusions, disorganized incoherent speech, or grossly disorganized or catatonic behavior. 1day to 1 month

Erik Erikson's Psychosocial Development Theory

Belief that there is an organized outline of growth and development. People are shaped by there experiences in life.


-Trust vs. Mistrust (0-1yrs builds trust based on caregiver)


-Autonomy vs Shame&doubt(1-3yrs begins independence)


- Initiative Vs Guilt (3-6yrs more independence and planning


- Industry Vs Inferiority (6-12yrs puberty pride and goal)


-Identity Vs Role Confusion (12-18yrs transition to adulthood)


-Intimacy Vs Isolation (18-40yrs "me" focused on career and becoming more intimate/open to relationships)


-Generativity Vs Stagnation (40-65yrs settle down)


-Ego Integrity Vs Despair (65+ retired)

Jean Piaget Cognitive Development Theory

1. Sensorimotor: senses 0-2yrs


2. Preoperational: ego-centric 2-7yrs


3. Concrete Operations: more logical thinking 7-11yrs)


4. Formal Operations: Abstract thinking (11-marurity)

Sigma Freud's Psychosexual Development Theory

Children develop their personalities thorough pleasure seeking behaviors, which include oral, anal, phallic, latency, and genital




- stage 1: Oral (0-1yrs) babies associate their mouth w/ feelings and taste


-stage 2: Anal ( 1-3yrs) children find pleasure in having control of their waste


-stage 3: Phallic (3-6yrs) children notice difference b/w male and female


- stage 4: Latency (6-puberty) children focus on new things learned and play


-stage 5: Genital (puberty-adulthood) sexual experiments develop

Assimilation

Process through which individuals and groups of differing heritages acquire the basic the basic habits, attitudes, and mode of life of an embracing culture

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Inordinate preoccupation with being disapproved of, socially rejected, or criticized




hypersensitive to potential rejection, low self-esteem, socially withdrawn, & generally unwilling to enter social relationships

Schizoid Personality Disorder

Pervasive pattern of detachment from social relationships and a restricted range of emotions




Avoids social interactions

Antisocial Personality Disorder

Pervasive pattern of disregard for, and violation of, the rights of others that begins in childhood or early adolescent and continues into adulthood




deceit, manipulation, and exploitation are central characteristics of disorder


Histrionic Personality Disorder

pervasive and excessive emotionality and attention-seeking behavior, originating in early childhood




individuals feels uncomfortable and unappreciated if he/she is not center of attention

Dependent Personality Disorder

inordinate or chronic need to be taken care of, resulting in submissive clinging behavior and a fear of separation, abandonment, or rejection

Thought Broadcasting

The belief the one's thoughts alone can result in the accomplishment of certain wishes

Naltrexone

drug used to decrease cravings of alcohol

Insight-Oriented psychotherapy

client-centered type of talk therapy that guides clients toward developing an improved understanding of self and take a deeper look at issue




clients must have a level of motivation to be successful

Culturagram

assess the impact of heritage and belief systems on a family's interactions

Partilizations

Issues broken into manageable components that facilitate further discussion and problem solving

What should always be included in case notes?

Service or treatment provided during session

Ombudsperson

ensures agency's obligations and ethical duties are being fulfilled and it's rules are followed

Clarifying

defining and expressing feelings

Informed Consent

Decisions made by the client after receiving all relevant Information

SW Roles

Broker- SW attempts to link clients to services through finding and establishing the provision of resources




Advocate- SW speaks up for client who may not otherwise have a voice or power in a situation




Change Agent- SW attempts change at an organizational level




Mediator- SW attempts to negotiate differences b/w parties in dispute