What Role Does the Social Context Play in Assessment

question 161

Multiple Choice

What role does the social context play in assessment?

• A) Social context is not considered during assessment, only during diagnosis.
• B) Environmental factors are usually the proximal cause of mental disorders and frequently need to be addressed before any form of treatment commences.
• C) An evaluation of the environment in which the client lives is necessary in order to understand the demands he faces, as well as the supports that are present.
• D) The social context need only be considered when a course of treatment is being selected; significant others in the client's life should be the primary decision makers.

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