Test Anxiety Tips According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), the causes of test anxiety often include a fear of failure, lack of adequate prep time, or bad experiences taking tests in the past. You’re not alone! Here’s what you can do to stay calm in the days leading up to and…
Question: When using problem-solving techniques, it is important that the practitioner stay focused on:A. The interactionB. The here-and-nowC. The communicationD. The past history Answer: The correct answer is “B” – The here-and-now. This is the basis of the problem-solving process. The interaction (answer “A”) and the communication (answer “C”) are not correct because while interaction…
Question: While working with a client who is experiencing difficulty getting along with the staff where she works, the client and the social worker become aware of a dysfunctional response pattern she has to staff in a specific type of situation. The best course of action to help the client clearly identify what is happening…
Question: A social worker in a child abuse center creates a group for abusive parents. During the first session, one of the mothers becomes angry and starts to argue with another parent. What should the social worker do next? A. Ask the mother to explain what caused her angerB. Have the parents work through the…
Do not answer a question based solely on your agency’s policies or practices. This is a national exam and the questions are designed to cover a broad range of settings. You will not…
Remember words such as first and next often mean the same thing on the exam. Let’s discuss in real-life terms. Let’s say you…
If an answer choice includes consulting with a physician when there is a potential medical issue, choose that answer IF you…
In general, opt for reporting issues regarding abuse, neglect, or harm to self or others to legal authorities. Ensure you have asked…
You want to heavily consider answers that pertain to helping the client get needed services. This can be through a sliding fee scale or community services. Rarely will the…
If the question pertains to a colleague, generally speaking, you want to opt for talking with a colleague first when the colleague is acting unprofessionally, unless it is harmful to do so or there is a serious legal or ethical violation that must be reported immediately…