LMSW EXAM STUDY GUIDE
(THERAPIST DEVELOPMENT
CENTER ASWB MASTERS
STUDY SYSTEM)
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Conversion A defense mechanism in which anxiety or emotional conflict is
transformed into overt physical manifestations or symptoms
such as pain, loss of feeling, or paralysis
Crisis An internal experience of emotional change and distress;
precipitated by a perceived life problem resulting in internal
discord because the individual's typical coping strategies
are inadequate
,Introjection A mental mechanism in which the individual derives
feelings from another person or object and directs them
internally to an imagined form of the object or person
Secondary Gain The advantages or benefits one derives from a physical or
mental illness, such as attention, freedom from responsibility,
and disability benefits
Differential Diagnosis The process of distinguishing between similar mental
disorders or social problems on the basis of their compared
and unique characteristics
Resistance Conscious or unconscious avoidance behavior used by the
client to protect oneself from the influence of the social
worker
Defense Mechanisms A mental process that protects an individual from anxiety,
feelings of guilt, or unacceptable thoughts
,Confidentiality A principle of ethics stating the social worker or other
professional may not disclose information about a client
without a client's consent; In specific circumstances, such as
threats of violence or suspected child abuse, the social
worker may be compelled by law to reveal some information
to designated authorities
Flat Affect The appearance of apathy in mood, sometimes seen as a
symptom of schizophrenia or depression
Partialization The social work process of temporarily considering a client's
interconnected problems as separate entities so that work
toward their solution can be more manageable
Developmental Stages The progression of physical and mental changes occurring
over time that result in clusters of identifiable and predictable
characteristics tending to occur during specific periods
Bereavement The emotional and physical reaction to the loss of a loved one
Enabler Often indicates the actions of one who facilitates the
dysfunctional behavior of another
Rationalization Presenting in logical terms or interpreting the reasons for
some action or events; It is also used as a defense mechanism
in which a person explains or justifies an action or thought to
make it acceptable when it is unacceptable at a deeper
psychological level
Reaction Formation A defense mechanism in which the person behaves or thinks in
ways or assumes values that are the opposite of the original
unconscious trait
Self-determination An ethical principle in social work that recognizes the rights
and needs of clients to be free to make their own choices and
decisions; includes helping the client know what the
resources and choices are and helping the client implement
the decision made
Role Re-equilibration The process that takes place between two or more people to
end conflict; This is usually achieved by clarifying mutual
expectations
Akinesia Reduced or minimal motor movement
Akathisia A sustained pattern of fidgety movements, such as swinging of
the legs, rocking, tapping the feet or hands, pacing, or being
unable to remain in a position for long
, Dystonia Sustained abnormal postures or muscle spasms, symptomatic
of mental disorders
(THERAPIST DEVELOPMENT
CENTER ASWB MASTERS
STUDY SYSTEM)
Students also studied
C
Terms in this set (357)
Conversion A defense mechanism in which anxiety or emotional conflict is
transformed into overt physical manifestations or symptoms
such as pain, loss of feeling, or paralysis
Crisis An internal experience of emotional change and distress;
precipitated by a perceived life problem resulting in internal
discord because the individual's typical coping strategies
are inadequate
,Introjection A mental mechanism in which the individual derives
feelings from another person or object and directs them
internally to an imagined form of the object or person
Secondary Gain The advantages or benefits one derives from a physical or
mental illness, such as attention, freedom from responsibility,
and disability benefits
Differential Diagnosis The process of distinguishing between similar mental
disorders or social problems on the basis of their compared
and unique characteristics
Resistance Conscious or unconscious avoidance behavior used by the
client to protect oneself from the influence of the social
worker
Defense Mechanisms A mental process that protects an individual from anxiety,
feelings of guilt, or unacceptable thoughts
,Confidentiality A principle of ethics stating the social worker or other
professional may not disclose information about a client
without a client's consent; In specific circumstances, such as
threats of violence or suspected child abuse, the social
worker may be compelled by law to reveal some information
to designated authorities
Flat Affect The appearance of apathy in mood, sometimes seen as a
symptom of schizophrenia or depression
Partialization The social work process of temporarily considering a client's
interconnected problems as separate entities so that work
toward their solution can be more manageable
Developmental Stages The progression of physical and mental changes occurring
over time that result in clusters of identifiable and predictable
characteristics tending to occur during specific periods
Bereavement The emotional and physical reaction to the loss of a loved one
Enabler Often indicates the actions of one who facilitates the
dysfunctional behavior of another
Rationalization Presenting in logical terms or interpreting the reasons for
some action or events; It is also used as a defense mechanism
in which a person explains or justifies an action or thought to
make it acceptable when it is unacceptable at a deeper
psychological level
Reaction Formation A defense mechanism in which the person behaves or thinks in
ways or assumes values that are the opposite of the original
unconscious trait
Self-determination An ethical principle in social work that recognizes the rights
and needs of clients to be free to make their own choices and
decisions; includes helping the client know what the
resources and choices are and helping the client implement
the decision made
Role Re-equilibration The process that takes place between two or more people to
end conflict; This is usually achieved by clarifying mutual
expectations
Akinesia Reduced or minimal motor movement
Akathisia A sustained pattern of fidgety movements, such as swinging of
the legs, rocking, tapping the feet or hands, pacing, or being
unable to remain in a position for long
, Dystonia Sustained abnormal postures or muscle spasms, symptomatic
of mental disorders
