Association of Social Work Boards Masters (ASWB MSW) Practice Exam

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Which is a behavioral warning sign of potential violence?

  1. Calm demeanor

  2. Preoccupation with violence

  3. Avoidance of alcohol and drugs

  4. Engagement in community activities

The correct answer is: Preoccupation with violence

A calm demeanor is not a behavioral sign of potential violence, as many individuals who are prone to violence may possess a calm demeanor in certain situations. This option should be eliminated as a potential answer because it may lead one to believe that a calm person is not capable of violence, which is not always the case. Similarly, avoidance of alcohol and drugs is not a clear indicator of potential violence as individuals can still be violent even if they do not consume these substances. This option is incorrect because it could give the false impression that someone who does not engage in substance abuse is not capable of violence, which is not always the case. Engagement in community activities can indicate a healthy and positive lifestyle but it is not directly related to potential violence. This option is not the correct answer because it could lead one to believe that individuals who are involved in their community are not capable of violence, which is not always the