Social Workers Need to Identify and Understand Family Norms So

question 20

True/False

Social workers need to identify and understand family norms so that inappropriate, ineffective norms can be changed.

Recognize the significance of early childhood experiences and unconscious conflicts in the development of abnormal behavior.

Describe the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual's role in evaluating psychological disorders.

Explain the biological perspective on psychological disorders, including the role of neurotransmitter imbalances.

Understand the cognitive perspective on abnormal behavior, including the role of illogical thinking and cognitive distortions.

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Definitions:

Conscientiousness

A personality trait characterized by organization, dependability, and a strong sense of duty.

Agreeableness

A personality trait characterized by warmth, friendliness, and a cooperative attitude towards others.

Internal Locus

A belief that one has control over one's life and outcomes through one's own efforts, abilities, and actions.

Volleyball

A team sport in which two teams of six players are separated by a net, with each team trying to score points by grounding a ball on the other team's court.