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a0266361136 · **on:** Jul 30, 2018

Including questions in the assessment process pertaining to a client's spirituality and religion serves all of the following purposes EXCEPT

a. obtaining a preliminary indication of the relevance of spirituality and religion for the client.
b. gathering information that the helper might refer to at a later point in the helping process.
c. indicating to the client that it is acceptable to talk about religious and spiritual concerns.
d. learning what is needed to challenge the client's beliefs.

Question 2

Michael is hesitant to seek counseling for his work-related problems because he believes that he should find the inner strength to resolve his issues due to his strong religious values. If he decides to see a counselor, it will be important for the counselor to

a. view his religious values as a potential resource in promoting his well-being.
b. challenge his belief that religion is a source of healing.
c. ignore the influence of religion in his life since Michael's issues have nothing to do with religion.
d. adopt Michael's religious values in order to work effectively with him.