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:

Mirror Neurons

Neurons that fire both when an individual acts and when the individual observes the same action performed by another, thought to be involved in processes such as learning by imitation.

Imitation

The action of using someone or something as a model and attempting to replicate their behavior, actions, or characteristics.

Observational Learning

Learning that occurs by watching the actions and outcomes of others' behaviors, without direct experience.

Imitate

The action of copying or mimicking the behaviors, actions, or characteristics of another individual or model.