Crisis Intervention Assessment Flashcards
1
Q
What should a worker do when conducting a crisis intervention assessment?
A
explore the following:
- stress producing event/situation
- individual’s response to it
- responses to past crises
be aware of:
- typical signs, phases, and patterns of adaptation and maladaptation
emphasis should be on:
- current state of functioning
- internal and external supports and deficits
2
Q
What is crisis intervention?
A
immediate and short-term psychological care
assisting individuals in a crisis situation
to restore equilibrium to their bio-psycho-social functioning
to minimize the potential of long-term psychological trauma
***it is important for people to resolve their crises situations and experiences in order to cope with new developments and crises
