A 17-Year-Old Single Mother of a Severely Disabled Child Has

question 11

Multiple Choice

A 17-year-old single mother of a severely disabled child has been disowned by her family and seeks help sorting out her situation:​

• A) ​The case manager owns the problem because the client is too young to make decisions for herself
• B) ​Both the client and case manager own the problem, but because the client is too young to make decisions for her life, the case manager is ultimately responsible for finding a solution
• C) ​The client owns the problem, but the case manager needs to take the reins in finding a solution in consultation with the client
• D) ​The client owns the problem and must take the reins in finding a solution to her problem despite her youth

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Definitions:

Low Extraversion

Refers to individuals who exhibit introverted tendencies, often characterized by a preference for solitude, less engagement in social activities, and lower levels of assertiveness and enthusiasm.

Maladaptive Personality Traits

Maladaptive personality traits are enduring characteristics that negatively affect an individual's ability to function or adapt to their environment in healthy ways.

Obsessive-compulsive Personality Disorder

A disorder characterized by a pervasive pattern of preoccupation with orderliness, perfectionism, and control, at the expense of flexibility, openness, and efficiency.

Hallucinations

Perceptions in the absence of external stimuli, such as seeing or hearing things that aren't there.