Cover -- Title -- Copyright -- Contents -- Preface -- Acknowledgments -- Share Social Work ASWB® Clinical Exam Guide: A Comprehensive Study Guide for Success -- Introduction -- About the Examination -- 10 Things That You Should Know About the ASWB Examinations -- Test-Taking Strategies -- 10 Essential Strategies for Study Success -- 20 Tips You Need to Use to Answer Questions Correctly -- Dealing With Test Anxiety -- Examination Content -- Visual Learners -- Auditory Learners -- Kinesthetic or Hands-On Learners -- Self-Assessment -- Unit I: Human Development, Diversity, and Behavior in the Environment (31%) -- Chapter 1: Human Development in the Life Cycle -- The Theories of Human Growth and Development -- Personality Theories -- The Process of Social Development -- The Indicators of Normal Physical Growth and Development -- The Impact of Physical, Mental, and Cognitive Disabilities on Human Development -- Adult Development -- The Interplay of Biological, Psychological, and Social Factors -- Emotional, Cognitive, and Spiritual Development -- Normal Sexual Development -- Gerontology -- The Concept of Attachment and Bonding -- Child Development -- Basic Human Needs -- Adolescent Development -- Self-Image Throughout the Life Cycle -- Human Genetics -- Dynamics of Loss, Separation, and Grief -- The Impact of Aging Parents on Adult Children -- The Biopsychological Responses to Illness and Disability -- Family Life Cycle -- Parenting Skills and Capabilities -- Impact of Trauma -- Chapter 2: Human Behavior in the Environment -- Person-in-Environment (PIE) Theory -- Theories of Human Behavior -- Psychological Defense Mechanisms -- Normal and Abnormal Behavior -- The Effects of Social Context on Behavior -- The Effects of Family Dynamics on Individuals -- Dysfunctional Family Dynamics -- The Impact of Physical Illness on Family Dynamics.

The Dynamics of Sexual Abuse -- The Dynamics of Psychological Abuse and Neglect -- The Dynamics of Physical Abuse and Neglect -- The Impact of Mental Illness on Family Dynamics -- The Characteristics of Perpetrators of Abuse -- The Effects of Abuse and Neglect on Victims -- The Effects of Life Events and Crises on the Family -- The Effects of Life Events and Crises on Individuals -- The Effects of Trauma on Behavior -- The Effects of Trauma on Self-Image -- Chapter 3: Effects of Diversity -- Differences in Culture, Race, and/or Ethnicity -- The Influences of Culture, Race, and Ethnicity -- The Impact of Culture, Race, and/or Ethnicity on Self-Image -- The Effects of Discrimination Based on Culture, Race, and/or Ethnicity -- Differences in Sexual Orientation and/or Gender -- The Influences of Sexual Orientation and/or Gender -- The Impact of Sexual Orientation and/or Gender on Self-Image -- The Effects of Discrimination Based on Sexual Orientation and/or Gender -- Differences in Age and/or Disability Factors and Characteristics -- The Influences of Age and/or Disability -- The Impact of Age and/or Disability on Self-Image -- The Effects of Discrimination Based on Age and/or Disability -- The Impact of Diversity in Styles of Communicating -- The Effects of Spirituality -- Chapter 4: Addictions -- Substance Abuse and/or Dependence -- The Effects of Substance Abuse and/or Dependence on Relationships -- The Effects of Substance Abuse and/or Dependence -- Addiction Theories -- The Effects of Drugs and Alcohol on Behavior -- Other Addictions -- The Effects of Other Addictions on Behavior and Relationships -- Unit II: Assessment, Diagnosis, and Treatment Planning (26%) -- Chapter 5: Information Gathering -- The Principles and Techniques of Interviewing -- The Components of a Biopsychosocial History -- The Use of Collaterals to Obtain Relevant Information.

The Use of Standardized Instruments in Practice -- Chapter 6: Assessment and Diagnosis -- The Factors and Processes Used in Problem Formulation -- The Methods Used to Assess the Client's Communication Skills -- The Use of Observation -- The Methods of Involving a Client in Identifying the Presenting Problem -- The Methods to Assess a Client's Strengths and Weaknesses -- The Indicators of Motivation and Resistance -- The Factors Used in Determining the Client's Ability to Use Intervention/Treatment -- Psychopathology -- The Indicators of Biopsychosocial Stress -- The Components and Function of the Mental Status Exam -- Medications -- The Process of Social Work Assessment/Diagnosis -- The Methods Used in Assessing Clients' Ego Strengths -- The Current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of the American Psychiatric Association -- Basic Medical Terminology -- The Biopsychosocial Factors Related to Mental Health -- Co-Occurring Disorders and Conditions -- The Indicators of Sexual Abuse -- The Indicators of Physical Abuse and Neglect -- The Indicators of Psychological Abuse and Neglect -- Risk Factors for Dangerousness to Self and Others -- Risk Factors Related to Suicide -- Methods Used to Assess Needed Level of Care (e.g., Geriatrics, Other Special Needs, Foster or Group Care) -- The Methods Used to Assess Trauma -- Chapter 7: Treatment Planning -- The Criteria Used in Selecting Intervention/Treatment Modalities -- The Components of Intervention, Treatment, or Service Plans -- The Methods Used to Match Interventions to Client Problems -- The Methods Used to Develop an Intervention/Treatment Plan -- Discharge, Aftercare, and Follow-Up Planning -- The Use of Measurable Objectives in Intervention, Treatment, or Service Plans -- The Difference Between Subjective and Objective Data -- The Application of Research to Practice.

The Methods Used to Formulate a Time Frame for Interventions -- Unit III: Psychotherapy, Clinical Interventions, and Case Management (25%) -- Chapter 8: Therapeutic Relationship -- The Concept of Feedback -- The Concept of Congruence in Communication -- The Methods Used in Summarizing Communication -- The Methods Used to Facilitate Communication -- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication Techniques -- The Methods for Feedback -- The Concept of Empathy -- How the Client's Behavior With a Social Worker is Representative of His or Her Relationship Patterns -- The Concept of Acceptance -- The Principles of Relationship Building -- Professional Objectivity in the Social Worker-Client Relationship -- The Social Worker-Client Relationship -- Methods to Clarify the Role of the Social Worker -- Techniques to Clarify Client Responsibilities -- Concepts of Transference and Countertransference -- The Social Worker-Client Relationship in Facilitating Treatment -- Chapter 9: The Intervention Process -- Biopsychosocial Models -- The Problem-Solving Model -- Crisis Intervention/Treatment Approaches -- Cognitive Approaches -- Psychodynamic Approaches -- Task-Centered Practice -- Behavioral Approaches -- The Types of Social Work Interventions/Treatments -- Psychotherapies -- Solution-Focused and Brief Interventions -- Recognition of Functional Roles in Family Dynamics -- Approaches Used in Working With Traumatized Clients -- Methods of Conflict Resolution -- Empowerment Strategies in Interventions -- Prevention Strategies -- The Use of Objectives to Guide the Intervention Process -- The Techniques Used to Evaluate a Client's Progress -- The Phases of Intervention/Treatment -- The Indicators of Client Readiness for Termination -- Partializing Techniques -- Supportive Techniques -- Motivational Approaches -- Contracting With Clients.

Approaches for Engaging Involuntary/Mandated Clients -- The Use of Goal-Setting -- Various Intervention/Treatment Strategies -- The Techniques to Teach Coping and Other Skills to Clients -- The Use of Out-of-Home Placement as an Intervention/Treatment Method -- Client Self-Monitoring Techniques -- Techniques for Stress Management -- Techniques for Anger Management -- Techniques for Harm Reduction -- Permanency Planning -- Models of Family Life Education in Social Work Practice -- Models of Family-Centered Social Work Practice -- The Approaches to Family Therapy -- Couples Intervention and Treatment Approaches -- The Approaches to Social Group Work -- The Approaches to Group Psychotherapy -- Differential Use of Group Process -- The Techniques for Managing Group Process and Maintaining Group Functioning -- Differential Use of Therapeutic Techniques -- Integrative Case Management -- The Indicators of Client Readiness to Change -- Chapter 10: Management of Cases -- Case Recording for Practice Evaluation or Supervision -- Methods for Performance Appraisal and Evaluation -- The Effects Policies, Procedures, Regulations, and Laws Have on Practice -- Client Education About Service/Benefits Policies -- The Effects of Agency Functioning on Service Delivery -- The Concept of Client Advocacy -- The Impact of Social Welfare Legislation -- Documentation and the Management of Practice Records -- Written Communication Skills for a Variety of Professional Responsibilities -- Chapter 11: Consultation and Interdisciplinary Collaboration -- Models of Peer Supervision -- The Expertise of Other Professions -- Consultation Approaches -- Interdisciplinary Collaboration -- Multidisciplinary Team Approaches -- Elements of a Case Presentation -- Elements of Client Reports -- Client Referral for Services -- Coordination of Client Services -- Methods of Networking.

Unit IV: Professional Ethics and Values (18%).

Students and social workers preparing for the social work Clinical licensure exam will find an invaluable study resource in the Social Work ASWB® Clinical Exam Guide. Written by a prominent social work leader and trainer for social work licensing exams in the U.S., this guide is based on years of time-tested exam prep workshops conducted by the author. It mirrors the ASWB Clinical "Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities" upon which the exam is based, as well as incorporates information from the DSM-5, which will be included in the exam starting in mid-2015. The guide is comprehensive yet focuses on the material most likely to be included on the exam, so that students can prioritize information as they study. A self-assessment section helps readers identify their strengths and weaknesses before they tackle the material. The author shares her extensive knowledge of the exam by providing useful test-taking strategies and tips for overcoming test anxiety. The 170-question practice test at the end of the guide (with explanations of the correct answers) mirrors the actual exam in both length and structure. Content covers human development, human behavior in the environment, diversity, addictions, assessment and diagnosis, treatment planning, clinical interventions, case management, and professional values and ethics. This book will be a valuable asset for students and aspiring social workers throughout the U.S. and Canada. Key Features: Developed by a highly respected educator of social work licensure candidates Covers all the content areas on the examination, as well as new content added in 2015 Begins with a self-assessment section to help identify areas of strength and weakness Offers a wealth of test-taking tips and strategies to foster exam confidence Includes a practice test (with explanations of the correct answers)

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