A client tells a social worker that he feels 'alone' and does not think that anyone else is having the same problems that he is experiencing. In order to assist the client, it is BEST that the social worker:

A client tells a social worker that he feels 'alone' and does not think that anyone else is having the same problems that he is experiencing. In order to assist the client, it is BEST that the social worker:

• A. Ask the client to explain further what he means by feeling 'alone'
• B. Determine whether the client is at risk for suicide and in need of hospitalization
• C. Refer the client to counseling for depression
• D. State that many people have encountered similar difficulties and that the social worker is there to help

Answer: (D)