Social Work ASWB Masters Exam Guide
Questions And Answers.
physical abuse -
\infliction of physical injury
sexual abuse -
\Inappropriate exposure or sexual contact, activity, or behavior without consent
psychological abuse -
\Emotional/verbal/mental injury
neglect -
\Failing to meet physical,emotional or other needs
Causes of abuse -
\Stressors, poor skills, family issues
Indicators or dynamics of sexual abuse -
\Physical injuries to genital & rectal areas. Behavior wise- extreme changes in behavior,
regression, fears and anxiety, withdrawal, sleep disturbances. If a child, unusual interest
in sexual matters or know sexual info inappropriate for age. Sexual promiscuity,
victimization and prostitution are signs also.
Factors influencing effect of sexual abuse -
\Age of victim, extent/duration of abuse,relationship of offender to victim, reaction of
others to abuse, other life experiences
After disclosing abuse, person at risk for -
\Disbelief by others, rejection, being blamed for abuse and consequences
For child, what is one of the most significant factors contributing to adjustment after
sexual abuse -
\Level of parental support
Effects of sexual abuse -
\Aversive feelings about sex;overvaluing sex;sexual identity problems; hyper sexual
behaviors. Feelings of shame and guilt, self-destructive behaviors, lack of trust,
unwillingness to invest in others, angry, acting-out behaviors, perceived vulnerability &
victimization, phobias
circulatory system -
\Bodies transport system. Hearts pumps blood, arteries and veins transport it
Questions And Answers.
physical abuse -
\infliction of physical injury
sexual abuse -
\Inappropriate exposure or sexual contact, activity, or behavior without consent
psychological abuse -
\Emotional/verbal/mental injury
neglect -
\Failing to meet physical,emotional or other needs
Causes of abuse -
\Stressors, poor skills, family issues
Indicators or dynamics of sexual abuse -
\Physical injuries to genital & rectal areas. Behavior wise- extreme changes in behavior,
regression, fears and anxiety, withdrawal, sleep disturbances. If a child, unusual interest
in sexual matters or know sexual info inappropriate for age. Sexual promiscuity,
victimization and prostitution are signs also.
Factors influencing effect of sexual abuse -
\Age of victim, extent/duration of abuse,relationship of offender to victim, reaction of
others to abuse, other life experiences
After disclosing abuse, person at risk for -
\Disbelief by others, rejection, being blamed for abuse and consequences
For child, what is one of the most significant factors contributing to adjustment after
sexual abuse -
\Level of parental support
Effects of sexual abuse -
\Aversive feelings about sex;overvaluing sex;sexual identity problems; hyper sexual
behaviors. Feelings of shame and guilt, self-destructive behaviors, lack of trust,
unwillingness to invest in others, angry, acting-out behaviors, perceived vulnerability &
victimization, phobias
circulatory system -
\Bodies transport system. Hearts pumps blood, arteries and veins transport it
