When Critiquing Systems Theories Based on Social Work Values and Ethics

question 29

Multiple Choice

When critiquing systems theories based on social work values and ethics, one can argue that systems theories ______.

• A) directly address clients' experiences of oppression and discrimination
• B) offer guidance for what a social worker should do to address oppression
• C) specify the role of power in relationships that can contribute to injustice
• D) provide a useful tool for assessing the existence of oppression on the client

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Definitions:

Productive Integration

refers to the effective assimilation and utilization of resources, systems, or workers within an organization or economy to maximize productivity.

Sourcing

The process of finding and selecting suppliers or sources from which goods and services are obtained.

Public Relations Office

An office or department within an organization responsible for managing and guiding the public image and communications of the organization.

Media Regulation

The control or guidance of mass media by governments and other bodies to ensure compliance with laws, standards, and policies, often to protect public interest.