exam 1 slides

Question 1

what is social work?

Answer 1

profession devoted to helping people function the best they can in their environment

Question 2

what is diversity and why do we study it?

Answer 2

• includes the sociocultural experiences of people inclusive of but limited to
• We study this to create a better workplace, understand others, and become aware of social inequalities to eventually end them

Question 3

what does does socio economic state play in health disparities

Answer 3

whether they can get treatment. people on the lower end of the spectrum have higher rates of mortality and morbidity

Question 4

steps from the unawareness to culturally grounded

Answer 4

unaware - different experiences
resistance - everyone should know it
contemplation - open minded
awareness - different perspectives exist
sensitivity
competence - good person that works with people
culturally grounded - still learning