Asked by Audrey Vierk on Apr 23, 2024
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During a session with a social worker, a 30-year-old client conveys angry feelings about the trauma of his childhood abuse. Which of the following statements would be an appropriate Level 4 empathic response?
A) You are likely to succeed in gaining your self-respect at the conclusion of the case plan.
B) I had undergone similar trauma during my childhood.
C) You are really upset about what happened and you are wondering if you will ever gain your self-respect.
D) How did you get along with your last social worker?
Childhood Abuse
Experiencing physical, emotional, sexual, or neglectful harm during childhood, which can have long-lasting effects on mental and physical health.
Empathic Response
A reaction that demonstrates an understanding and sharing of another's emotional experience.
- Master the skill of delivering empathetic and fitting responses to the emotional issues and scenarios faced by clients.
- Acknowledge and respond correctly to varying stages of empathic interaction.
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ZK
Zybrea Knight
May 02, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Choice C reflects a Level 4 empathic response because it acknowledges the client's emotions and conveys understanding of their experience. Choices A, B, and D do not acknowledge the client's emotions and are not appropriate empathic responses.
Learning Objectives
- Master the skill of delivering empathetic and fitting responses to the emotional issues and scenarios faced by clients.
- Acknowledge and respond correctly to varying stages of empathic interaction.