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Final Qs Ch 13(15)
Final Study Qs for Veterans Ch 13(15)
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Who is the largest employer of MSWs in the United States and where do they work? | The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), who mainly work in VA hospitals and clinics |
| Social Workers might work with people connected to the military in: | -behavioral and mental health counseling -housing -health care -social services -care coordination -private practice -Serving in departments or branch of the armed forces |
| Are there uniformed social workers in the military? If so in what branches? | YES, Army, Navy (marines), and Air force. |
| What must military social workers do and understand? (pt1) | -be clinically astute and recognize how the multiple branches handle pre- and post-deployment -recognize the importance of engaging trust of clients connected to military culture ...etc. |
| What specifically do Military SWs do to build therapeutic alliance with veterans in order to be credible to personnel, veterans, and their families? | They must learn to understand the military’s power and authority structure, military culture, and its influence on people’s lives. |
| What is one way war affect service members? | -despite all the other activities service members may undertake, they are ultimately obligated to engage in battle if their superiors call on them to do so. If they don't they go to jail, even if that means they could be killed or injured while serving. |
| Who has the highest rates of suicide? | The highest suicide rates are among service members who have been engaged in war. |
| What are the four main health and interrelated behavioral health problems social workers see in the military? | Traumatic brain injury (TBI), PTSD, substance use, and suicide |
| Suicide data in the military point to three primary risk factors, what are they? | Relationship, legal, and financial troubles. |
| How are some ways the military takes care of it's own? | DoD funds (only go to current serving members/families) VA Funds (only go to separate service members/families) VA Hospitals and TRICARE military insurance benefits that respond to deployment needs. |
| What are some benefits from VA hospitals and TRICARE military insurance? | -Health care -Housing -Life Insurance -Job Training and Help -Retirement |
| What is secondary trauma? | An emotional distress that develops when you are exposed indirectly to another persons traumatic experience. |