If the Parent of One of Your Clients Displays Disturbing

question 13

Multiple Choice

If the parent of one of your clients displays disturbing interaction patterns with his or her child, what would you do?

• A) Ignore it during the first session, but provide feedback in later sessions when rapport has been established.
• B) Inform the parent that you are legally obligated to report child abuse.
• C) Gather further information to determine whether the child is in immediate danger.
• D) Any of the above actions might be appropriate, depending upon the severity of the disturbing interaction patterns.
• E) Only A and C would be appropriate

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Definitions:

Situational Leadership

A leadership style that proposes the effectiveness of a leader is dependent on their ability to adapt their style to the competency and commitment level of the followers they are trying to influence.

Behaviors

Actions or reactions of an individual or group in response to external or internal stimuli.

Subordinate Development Levels

Refers to the varying degrees of competence and commitment exhibited by team members that necessitate different leadership approaches.

Situational Leadership

A leadership style that proposes the effectiveness of a leader is determined by their ability to adapt their approach based on the situation or maturity level of followers.