When a Client Responds "Yes, but I've Already Tried That

question 33

Multiple Choice

When a client responds "Yes, but I've already tried that" with little enthusiasm demonstrated for actually doing so, the response serves as a feedback clue that the social worker has slipped into the habit of:

• A)​giving premature advice.
• B)​sympathizing with the situation.
• C)​consoling the client.
• D)​criticizing and blaming the client.

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