Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Practice Exam

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When a child has been abused, what is a primary goal for the social worker?

Support the emotional healing of the child
Prioritize the child's educational needs
Facilitate parental understanding of the abuse
Develop a treatment plan for the parents

The correct answer is: Support the emotional healing of the child

Supporting the emotional healing of the child is a primary goal for the social worker when a child has been abused. This focus is essential because abuse can lead to significant trauma, affecting the child's mental health, self-esteem, and overall development. Social workers employ trauma-informed practices to create a safe environment where the child feels comfortable expressing their feelings and experiences. They help the child process their emotions, develop coping strategies, and gradually rebuild their sense of security and trust. While addressing educational needs, facilitating parental understanding, or developing treatment plans for parents are important and may also form part of a comprehensive approach to the situation, they are typically secondary to ensuring the child feels emotionally supported and safe. The child's immediate well-being and healing from the trauma of abuse must take precedence.