Question

well constructed goals:

focus on input
focus on problem behaviors
require effort and are achievable
are easy to attain so that the person-served will feel successful

Explanation:

Analyze the characteristics of well-constructed goals

Well-constructed goals in treatment planning should be outcome-oriented rather than input-oriented, focus on positive behaviors/strengths rather than just problem behaviors, and be realistic yet meaningful. They should require reasonable effort to promote growth while remaining achievable.

Evaluate the given options

• "Focus on input": Incorrect, as goals should focus on outcomes and results.
• "Focus on problem behaviors": Incorrect, as effective goals are typically framed positively around desired behaviors and strengths.
• "Require effort and are achievable": Correct, as this aligns with the principle that goals should be realistic (achievable) but challenging enough to encourage progress (require effort).
• "Are easy to attain so that the person-served will feel successful": Incorrect, as goals that are too easy do not foster meaningful development or skill acquisition.

Answer:

• Focus on input
• Focus on problem behaviors
• Require effort and are achievable (Correct answer)
• Are easy to attain so that the person-served will feel successful