ASWB Domain 3: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management Welcome to your ASWB Domain 3: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management 1. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management In cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), what technique is most appropriate for a client who experiences automatic thoughts of failure that contribute to low self-esteem? Flooding Free association Thought recording Systematic desensitization None 2. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management Which intervention is most effective for treating acute stress disorder in adults? Psychoeducation Long-term dynamic psychotherapy Medication management alone Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) None 3. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management When working with a client who has a history of trauma, which of the following interventions is primarily aimed at stabilizing the client before proceeding to trauma processing? EMDR DBT skills training Narrative therapy Exposure therapy None 4. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management For a client dealing with grief after losing a spouse, which intervention is most appropriate for facilitating the expression of unresolved anger and sadness? Behavioral activation Psychodynamic psychotherapy Solution-focused brief therapy Motivational interviewing None 5. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management Which technique is best suited for a client who has obsessive-compulsive disorder 'OCD' and is primarily struggling with compulsive checking? Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) Exposure and response prevention (ERP) Interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT) Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) None 6. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management When assessing a client with bipolar disorder, which intervention would be prioritized to prevent relapse during periods of remission? Crisis intervention Psychoeducation about mood triggers and stabilization techniques Brief psychodynamic therapy Immediate hospitalization None 7. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management What intervention should be prioritized when beginning treatment with a client experiencing dissociative identity disorder 'DID'? Long-term memory retrieval Immediate integration of personalities Establishment of safety, stability, and symptom reduction Pharmacological intervention None 8. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management For a client who is chronically suicidal, which therapeutic approach provides the most direct intervention to reduce risk and improve emotional regulation? Cognitive therapy Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Psychodynamic therapy Humanistic therapy None 9. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management A client is struggling with severe anxiety and avoidance behavior regarding social situations. Which of the following interventions is most appropriate for reducing these symptoms? Psychodynamic exploration of childhood relationships Cognitive restructuring and exposure therapy Supportive therapy focusing on current stressors Medication management focusing on anxiety reduction None 10. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management In dealing with a client facing chronic pain and opioid dependence, which intervention should a social worker prioritize to address both pain management and addiction issues? Narcotics Anonymous meetings Cognitive-behavioral therapy focusing on pain management Referral to a pain management clinic Immediate detoxification protocol None 11. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management Which intervention is considered best practice for a client diagnosed with anorexia nervosa to address distorted body image? Nutritional counseling Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for eating disorders Pharmacological interventions Intensive hospitalization None 12. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management A social worker is working with a client who exhibits symptoms of PTSD following a violent assault. Which of the following interventions would be most effective for treating intrusive thoughts related to the trauma? Prolonged Exposure Therapy Solution-Focused Brief Therapy Transactional Analysis Play Therapy None 13. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management What is a primary therapeutic technique used in Motivational Interviewing (MI) that helps clients overcome ambivalence about change in substance abuse treatment? Confrontational disputing Open-ended questions, affirmation, reflective listening, and summarizing (OARS) Systematic desensitization Use of therapeutic metaphors None 14. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management For a client who frequently experiences dissociation as a symptom of borderline personality disorder, which intervention is primarily used to help control this symptom? Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Aversion therapy Classical conditioning Psychoanalytic therapy None 15. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management When implementing a treatment plan for a child diagnosed with ADHD, which of the following interventions would be considered most effective in managing impulsivity and attention issues in a school setting? Cognitive-behavioral therapy sessions once a week Daily behavioral modification techniques implemented by teachers Monthly consultations with a psychiatrist Play therapy sessions twice a month None 16. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management What approach is most effective for a social worker to utilize when facilitating a support group for individuals recovering from substance abuse, aiming to enhance group cohesion and support? Psychoeducational approach Directive leadership Non-directive, facilitative approach Individual therapy within the group setting None 17. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management A client is diagnosed with schizophrenia and frequently experiences auditory hallucinations. Which intervention is most directly aimed at reducing the frequency and impact of these hallucinations? Psychodynamic therapy Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) focusing on psychosis Existential therapy Client-centered therapy None 18. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management In case management, when working with a client who is homeless and has a severe mental illness, which of the following is a priority intervention? Immediate job training Long-term psychotherapy Securing stable housing Social skills training None 19. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management For a client experiencing severe anxiety and panic attacks, which of the following interventions is crucial for immediate symptom management? Transference-focused psychotherapy Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) with a focus on relaxation techniques Narrative therapy Long-term inpatient treatment None 20. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management In treating a client with chronic depression, which therapeutic approach is most effective at addressing pervasive negative thought patterns? Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) Supportive-expressive therapy Gestalt therapy None 21. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management For a client dealing with addiction and recent relapses, what is the most effective approach to prevent further relapse? Inpatient hospitalization 12-step facilitation therapy Intensive outpatient programs Art therapy None 22. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management A client presents with symptoms of PTSD and complex grief after losing a family member in a traumatic accident. Which intervention is most suitable for addressing both trauma and grief? Brief psychodynamic therapy Trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) Interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT) Pharmacological treatment focusing on mood stabilization None 23. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management When assessing a new client with signs of depression and anxiety, which of the following is the most critical initial step in the clinical intervention? Conducting a comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment Prescribing antidepressant medication immediately Starting psychoeducational interventions Encouraging the use of self-help books None 24. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management What is the most effective clinical approach for a client who experiences significant fear of abandonment, affecting their romantic relationships? Cognitive restructuring Couples therapy Psychodynamic psychotherapy Exposure therapy None 25. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management A client with obsessive-compulsive disorder 'OCD' is struggling with severe anxiety due to intrusive thoughts. Which therapeutic strategy should be prioritized to manage these thoughts? Psychodynamic therapy Exposure and response prevention (ERP) Supportive therapy Group therapy None 26. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management In a case where a client is recovering from a severe manic episode and has bipolar disorder, what type of therapy is best suited to stabilize mood and prevent future episodes? Solution-focused brief therapy Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) Interpersonal and social rhythm therapy (IPSRT) None 27. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management For clients with generalized anxiety disorder, what intervention is considered most effective for long-term management of anxiety symptoms? Medication alone Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) Support groups Relaxation training only None 28. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management A social worker is developing a plan for a client who is transitioning out of homelessness and has recently begun treatment for substance use disorder. What element is critical to include in this client's case management plan to support successful recovery and reintegration? Immediate full-time employment Temporary housing with supportive services Relocation to a new city Enrollment in higher education None 29. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management What intervention should be prioritized when beginning treatment with a client experiencing dissociative identity disorder 'DID'? Long-term memory retrieval Immediate integration of personalities Establishment of safety, stability, and symptom reduction Pharmacological intervention None 30. ASWB: Psychotherapy, Clinical Intervention, and Case Management In case management, when working with a client who is homeless and has a severe mental illness, which of the following is a priority intervention? Immediate job training Long-term psychotherapy Securing stable housing Social skills training None 1 out of 30 Time is Up! Time's up
