If a Social Worker Initially Has AN ADVERSARIAL TYPE OF RELATIONSHIP

question 30

Multiple Choice

If a social worker initially has AN ADVERSARIAL TYPE OF RELATIONSHIP with a decision maker, the social worker would be wise to begin advocacy by

• A) Providing the decision maker with neutral information.
• B) Taking steps to build trust or a better relationship.
• C) Packing bags and moving to another country, because it would be impossible to advocate effectively.
• D) Just agreeing with the decision maker and forgetting about the interests of the client that the social worker is representing.
• E) Taking steps to build trust or a better relationship

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Definitions:

Perceived Importance

The level of significance or value that an individual assigns to a topic, object, or idea, based on personal judgment or perspective.

Democratic

Pertaining to a form or style of leadership based on equality, shared power, group decision making, and the greatest good for the greatest number.

Participative Leadership

A leadership style where decision making is shared among group members, valuing their input and engagement in setting goals and solving problems.

Information Power

The influence and control one gains from possessing, controlling, and disseminating valuable information.