Madeline is a single parent who works for a very controlling boss. He is demeaning and gives her jobs
that others refuse. Madeline is afraid to speak up for herself due to needing the money to support her
family. When she comes home in the evenings, immediately Madeline begins yelling at her children
because the house is a mess. What behavior is the mother displaying?

• A. Displacement
• B. Anxiety
• C. Mental abuse
• D. Mental abuse

A clinical social worker is providing services to a woman diagnosed with bipolar disorder. She
experiences frequent manic episodes that include motor hyperactivity, elation, poor judgment, pressured
speech and hostility. To try and bring about normalization of symptoms, what is the best choice for
medication?

• A. Effexor
• B. Citalopram
• C. Lithium
• D. Adderall

Mrs. Humberson is a second grade teacher at Millville Elementary. She makes a referral to a social
worker in regards to a child in her classroom named Emily. Mrs. Humberson has many concerns about
the child's home life and worries she may need medical care. Emily has missed several days of school
and does not give a reason nor does the parent send in an absence note. She comes to school with a
distinct body odor, wearing the same set of clothes for days. During lunch, Emily appears very hungry and
eats everything on her tray; however, she is very thin. What type of abuse may be taking place?

• A. Neglect
• B. Physical
• C. Sexual
• D. Medical

A clinical social worker is helping a client who has had a tumultuous past. The client's main issue is the
way his history has come full circle and now presents current problems. After a thorough assessment, the
social worker decides to focus on the here and now. What therapy might she utilize?

• A. Brief therapy
• B. Holistic therapy
• C. Gestalt therapy
• D. Cognitive behavioral therapy

Anorexia is a severe eating disorder that may coexist with psychiatric and physical illness. Most people
with this problem see themselves as overweight and are ten times more likely to die than those who eat
nutritionally. Individuals suffering with anorexia may exercise extensively, induce vomiting or misuse
laxatives. Which of the following is not a symptom associated with long-term anorexia?

• A. Thickening of bone tissue
• B. Brittle hair and nails
• C. Loss of menses
• D. Drop in internal blood temperature