Individual Practice SWES Practice Test

A social worker’s primary goal in a crisis intervention is to provide what?

1. Long-term rehabilitative support

2. Immediate stabilization

3. Psychiatric evaluation

4. Therapeutic rapport

The correct answer is: Immediate stabilization

In crisis intervention, the primary goal is immediate stabilization. This means that the social worker focuses on helping the individual regain control and balance in a situation that has caused significant distress or disruption. By providing this immediate stabilization, the social worker aims to lower anxiety, assess the situation, and ensure the safety of the individual. While other approaches, such as building therapeutic rapport or conducting a psychiatric evaluation, are certainly valuable in various contexts, they are not the primary focus in a crisis situation. Long-term rehabilitative support, although necessary in many cases, would typically follow the immediate intervention once the crisis has been addressed. Thus, the emphasis on immediate stabilization is crucial in effectively managing a crisis and preventing further escalation.