What is the ethical issue in the scenario? What would you, as the social worker do?

/in /by

The paper should outline the following:

• What is the ethical issue in the scenario?

• What would you, as the social worker do?

• What ethical principles from the NASW Code of Ethics would you use?

• Are there any value or belief conflicts for you in the scenario?

Ethical Dilemma

As a clinician you have an 18 year old female client who is currently homeless. She has a history of depression and has a history of cutting and one suicide attempt when she was 15. At present, the client is non-compliant with medication due to costs. She has family that live in a nearby county that want to be a part of her life but she refuses to contact them, she states . As her clinician you are very worried about her safety, in fact, last week when you saw her she had bruises on her face, she stated that someone had robbed her while she was sleeping on the street.

Identify and explore two arguments the speaker made that you agreed with or not.

/in /by

Teen violence

Identify and explain the speaker’s primary argument related to teen violence

Identify and explore two arguments the speaker made that you agreed with or not.

What are some of these grey areas that you might see in career counseling and how do you see yourself handling these concerns?

/in /by

The National Career Development Association (NCDA) and the American Counseling Association (ACA) provide a code of ethics for those counselors servicing both students and adults.

In studying ethics, there are times where there may seem to be some “grey’ areas that may arise when working with students as a career counselor.

What are some of these grey areas that you might see in career counseling and how do you see yourself handling these concerns?

Examine the neuroanatomy of the topic, the neurotransmitter systems involved, and any other biological system, such as hormones, that may be involved.

/in /by

 The Biological Basis of Behavior: Final Project
STROKES
For your research, students are instructed to use the PubMed Central (Links to an external site.) web page.
In your paper,
Analyze of the role of the brain in a disorder. (selected disorder: Strokes)

Examine the neuroanatomy of the topic, the neurotransmitter systems involved, and any other biological system, such as hormones, that may be involved.

Identify any life-span implications, how the topic is studied, and relevant history of the topic.

Describe behavioral processes that are involved in the disorder or brain process.

Disorders and behaviors that have heavy social influences are not suitable topics (i.e. addiction).

How do you know that the information derived from your assessment is applicable to your client?

/in /by

Norms and Basic Interpretation of Test Scores

How do you know that the information derived from your assessment is applicable to your client?

This assignment explored the basic concepts of normative samples and interpretation of test scores.

Discuss how validity and reliability relate to the development and interpretation of psychological assessments

/in /by

Reliability and Validity

Validity and Reliability – What is the difference? Discuss the meaning of these two concepts and how they relate to each. Discuss how validity and reliability relate to the development and interpretation of psychological assessments

Describe your treatment recommendations, including the type of treatment modality and whether or not you would refer the client to a medical provider for psychotropic medications.

/in /by

Depression, the Secret We Share

View the TED Talk “Depression, the Secret We Share” (TED Conferences, LLC, 2013) and compare the description of Andrew Solomon’s symptoms to the criteria for depressive disorders in the DSM-5. Next review the steps in diagnosis detailed in the Morrison (2014) reading, and then read the case provided by your instructor for this week’s Discussion, considering the client against the various DSM-5 criteria for depressive disorders and bipolar disorders.

Provide the full DSM-5 diagnosis for the client. For any diagnosis that you choose, be sure to concisely explain how the client fits that diagnostic criteria.

Remember, a full diagnosis should include the name of the disorder, ICD-10-CM code, specifiers, severity, medical needs, and the Z codes (other conditions that may be a focus of clinical attention). Keep in mind a diagnosis covers the most recent 12 months.`

Explain the diagnosis by matching the symptoms identified in the case to the specific criteria for the diagnosis.

Recommend a specific evidence-based measurement instrument to validate the diagnosis and assess outcomes of treatment.

Describe your treatment recommendations, including the type of treatment modality and whether or not you would refer the client to a medical provider for psychotropic medications.

How does the work of Poe and Hawthorne illustrate the main tenets of American Gothic-ism?

/in /by

Poe and Hawthorne

A. Write a well thought out, but concise essay to answer one of the following prompts. Your essay should be at least two pages.

1. In “Rappaccini’s Daughter” and “The Birth-mark,” Hawthorne seems to be pointing the finger at science. What is he saying about science and how is this illustrated in the stories?

2. Both Poe and Hawthorne focus on the darker side of man’s psyche. Discuss the differences between Poe’s and Hawthorne’s examinations of human psychology. Use examples from the stories you have read to back up your thoughts.

B. How does the work of Poe and Hawthorne illustrate the main tenets of American Gothic-ism?

 

What are some of the drawbacks to pet ownership that may detract from potential benefits to health?

/in /by

The Impact of Pets on Human Health and Psychological Well-Being: Fact, Fiction, or Hypothesis? | Harold Herzog (2011)
Then, answer the following questions;

Participants were RANDOMLY ASSIGNED to one of two conditions. What was the EXPERIMENTAL condition and what was the CONTROL condition?

What was the INDEPENDENT variable?

What was the DEPENDENT variable?

What were the researcher’s basic conclusions?

What are some of the benefits to pet ownership discussed in either of the two articles?

What are some of the drawbacks to pet ownership that may detract from potential benefits to health?

Take some time to name and discuss other activities or relationships that are more effective than pet ownership for managing stress and/or improving health.

Do you think laws controlling the sale of pseudo-ephedrine will impact the meth epidemic? Why or why not? Be sure to explain WHY or WHY NOT.

/in /by

Give specific examples of what you learned about the impact of methamphetamine on: the brain, body, and the lives of users. Be sure to provide examples for ALL three.

Do you think laws controlling the sale of pseudo-ephedrine will impact the meth epidemic? Why or why not? Be sure to explain WHY or WHY NOT.

This video is from 2011 and focuses on Oregon. Share a link to a NEWS article and a brief summary of the CURRENT meth epidemic in Missouri and/or St. Louis.
Comment about how the film impacted you as a viewer.