Foundations Workshop 1 & 2

Question 1

Which age group tends to be more suggestible?

Accepted Answer

Preschoolers

Question 2

Why are “interview instructions” used during the Information Collection phase with children?

Accepted Answer

To help them understand their role and feel safe sharing honestly

Question 3

Why should questions that begin with "Did," "Can you tell me," or "Did you know" be avoided?

Accepted Answer

They limit the child's response and may influence answers

Question 4

When explaining the interview purpose to a child, how should it be communicated?

Accepted Answer

In an age-appropriate manner: “I’m here to talk with you about your family”

Question 5

In Motivational Interviewing, what does the principle of Autonomy mean?

Accepted Answer

The parent is solely responsible for making decisions about change

Question 6

Which of the following is an example of using a frame effectively?

Accepted Answer

“We’re going to discuss what you like or dislike doing after school.”

Question 7

Why is trust-building critical in interviews with potentially abused children?

Accepted Answer

To overcome the child’s fear and coercion not to tell

Question 8

What is the primary goal during the "Rapport Building and Setting the Stage" phase?

Accepted Answer

Establish rapport and make the child feel at ease

Question 9

Why can script memory pose a challenge in child abuse investigations?

Accepted Answer

Repeated abuse may result in vague or non-specific details

Question 10

How should the interview be concluded?

Accepted Answer

By summarizing the plan and discussing next steps

Question 11

Which of the following reflects the best way to respond to labeling by a family member?

Accepted Answer

“Labels are not important. You are important, & I’d like to hear more....”

Question 12

Which of the following is a common cause of suggestibility during child interviews?

Accepted Answer

Use of leading or coercive questioning

Question 13

How can an interviewer avoid the “Premature Focus Trap”?

Accepted Answer

Start by exploring the parent's concerns and priorities

Question 14

What is the main challenge when interviewing children in the Information Collection phase?

Accepted Answer

Children may say what they think the adult wants to hear

Question 15

The engagement skills continuum is different for adults and children.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 16

Are young children’s memories less accurate than older children’s or adults’?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily — they may be less complete, but not less accurate

Question 17

What type of memory includes facts like “the name of your kindergarten teacher”?

Accepted Answer

Episodic memory

Question 18

What occurs during the Language Assessment and Gathering Impactful Information phase?

Accepted Answer

The child’s language is assessed while collecting meaningful information

Question 19

What is script memory?

Accepted Answer

Memory of repeated events; big features recalled; specific details may not

Question 20

What are "frames and cues" used for in the third phase of the continuum?

Accepted Answer

To provide structure that helps children communicate accurately

Question 21

What happens when an interviewer directly opposes resistance?

Accepted Answer

It often reinforces the resistance

Question 22

Which strategy helps parents reflect on past, present, and future strengths?

Accepted Answer

Solution-focused questions

Question 23

Why should interviewers avoid leading or coercive questions?

Accepted Answer

They can influence the child or parent’s responses

Question 24

What type of questions should be prioritized when interviewing children during the information gathering phase?

Accepted Answer

Open-ended questions

Question 25

What type of questions are likely to increase memory errors in children?

Accepted Answer

Questions about peripheral details

Question 26

Which of the following is an example of episodic memory?

Accepted Answer

Recalling the day of your 6th birthday party

Question 27

What should the interviewer say if the child goes off-topic?

Accepted Answer

“We’ll discuss that shortly. For now, let’s continue talking about…”

Question 28

In the Constructing a Plan and Closure phase, what is a key focus?

Accepted Answer

Empowering the child by exploring their feedback and creating a plan

Question 29

What is the main purpose of the Engagement Skills Continuum in interviews?

Accepted Answer

To guide skills used across the 4 phases to gather dependable information

Question 30

Which of the following is a flashbulb memory?

Accepted Answer

Finding out a loved one died

Question 31

What is the “Expert Trap”?

Accepted Answer

Interviewer acts like they have all the answers & tells parents what to do

Question 32

What is a key sign that coercion not to tell may be present?

Accepted Answer

The child shows fear or silence and refers to threats made by the caregiver

Question 33

Why is the “Blaming Trap” harmful in interviews?

Accepted Answer

It causes parents to shut down and limits honest communication

Question 34

What is the main purpose of the closing phase in an interview?

Accepted Answer

To confirm understanding, review next steps, and follow-up needs

Question 35

How can interviewers avoid the “Need to Not Know” phenomenon?

Accepted Answer

Approach every case with openness, curiosity, and suspend judgment

Question 36

Which types of skills are primarily used during rapport-building and information collection?

Accepted Answer

Listening and exploring skills

Question 37

What type of questions are most effective for helping children provide accurate information?

Accepted Answer

Specific but non-leading questions

Question 38

Which of the following is an example of a forced choice question that should be avoided?

Accepted Answer

Did it happen inside or outside?

Question 39

How can a frame help when the interviewer needs clarity on a previous response?

Accepted Answer

By referencing the child’s earlier comment and asking for elaboration

Question 40

What is an example of coaching or shaping by a caregiver?

Accepted Answer

Telling a child, If you say dad hurt me, they might put you in foster care

Question 41

What does Evocation in MI focus on?

Accepted Answer

Drawing out the parent’s internal motivations and views

Question 42

What style of communication is used in MI to show support and respect for autonomy?

Accepted Answer

Acceptance and non-confrontation

Question 43

Why is it important to avoid leading questions with children, especially during emotional situations?

Accepted Answer

Leading questions can influence their memory and responses

Question 44

Which of the following best describes children's memory?

Accepted Answer

Not like a recording device

Question 45

What is the core belief of Motivational Interviewing (MI)?

Accepted Answer

Lasting change occurs when individuals feel in control and engaged

Question 46

What is a good follow-up to a child’s initial response within a frame?

Accepted Answer

Tell me more.”

Question 47

What is a common pattern when children are asked forced-choice questions?

Accepted Answer

They often choose the last option presented

Question 48

What is the “Labeling Trap” in motivational interviewing?

Accepted Answer

Applying negative labels that block change and create defensiveness

Question 49

Why are memory cues helpful when interviewing children?

Accepted Answer

They provide structure to help retrieve details from basic narratives

Question 50

How does Collaboration function in MI?

Accepted Answer

The interviewer partners with the parent in a non-judgmental way

Question 51

What should an interviewer include in their personal introduction?

Accepted Answer

A compliment or appreciation if appropriate

Question 52

Why is “rolling with resistance” important in MI?

Accepted Answer

It helps avoid conflict and encourages openness

Question 53

Which question stem should interviewers avoid when talking to children?

Accepted Answer

Did it hurt?

Foundations Workshop 1 & 2

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Foundations Workshop 1 & 2

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