Elder Abuse/LGBT/Macro Strategy

What forms of elder abuse are commonly tested?

• Physical abuse

• Psychological abuse

• Neglect

• Financial abuse

What type of abuse is uniquely emphasized in elder abuse questions?

Answer:
Financial abuse.

Examples:

• Unexplained withdrawals

• Unpaid bills

• Caregiver controlling finances

What is one major reporting difference between child abuse and elder abuse?

Financial abuse is reportable for elders but is not typically considered child abuse because children are financially dependent on caregivers.

What is the difference between gender identity and sexual orientation?

• Gender Identity = Internal sense of gender.

• Sexual Orientation = Who a person is emotionally, romantically, or sexually attracted to.

What is gender dysphoria?

Distress that occurs when a person's assigned sex at birth does not align with their gender identity.

What is the most culturally responsive action when working with a transgender client?

Ask and use the client's preferred pronouns

What is conversion therapy?

Answer:
An attempt to change a person's sexual orientation or gender identity.

🚨 ASWB Tip:
Conversion therapy violates the NASW Code of Ethics and is considered unethical.

What are common risk factors experienced by LGBTQ+ individuals?

• Discrimination

• Verbal abuse

• Physical violence

• Suicide risk

• Social rejection

🚨 ASWB Tip:
The exam often asks about minority stress and discrimination.

What is the FIRST step in program development?

Conduct a needs assessment.

🚨 ASWB Tip:
When you see "new program," think:
➡ Needs Assessment

What is the purpose of a needs assessment?

To identify the problem, target population, and community needs before planning services.

What is the purpose of program evaluation?

To determine whether goals and objectives were achieved.

What is process evaluation?

Evaluation of how services were delivered and whether implementation occurred as intended.

What is outcome evaluation?

Evaluation of whether the program achieved its goals.

What is the FIRST step in advocacy?

Identify the need or problem.

What comes after identifying the need in advocacy?

Gather supporting data.

🚨 ASWB Tip:
ASWB loves:
Need → Data → Decision Maker → Advocacy