Figure out did she stop doing any of the activities? Did she stop doing meditation, breathing exercises, yoga journaling? And then we have to find out what the new stressor is.

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Case 3: Susanna

Susanna is a 24-year-old Caucasian female. She’s coming to see you because she reports having anxiety attacks that do not allow her to eat, a lack of sleep, consistently crying at work as well as home. She is one of three children. She is the eldest of the three 24, 22, and has a 16-year-old brother. She is from a large Jewish family, and she has been dating the same boyfriend, Anthony, since freshman year in high school. Because of that boyfriend, she came home every weekend during college, as did he. She never joined a sorority. She never participated in any activities on campus because she always just wanted to get back and spend time with her boyfriend. So although she lived away for four years, she really never left home. In fact, while you’re talking to her, she is still living in her parent’s house. Her sister has moved out, but her brother is still at home.

Susanna is a grade school teacher. She teaches third grade. She did her student teaching at the same school she went to elementary school, and they offered her a job. So now the teachers that are around her, are the teachers she had when she was in grade school and that comforts her. Her grade school was only two miles from her house. She and her boyfriend have recently become engaged, and there’s a huge wedding planned where there will be over 500 guests at a very formal black-tie event. Susanna’s been waiting for this marriage all of her life. She has dreamed about having a huge wedding, but now as it comes closer and closer she’s having a lot more panic attacks and a lot more anxiety about the wedding.

She has lost so much weight that they’ve had to do two different significant alterations on her dress. She’s yelling at her boyfriend because he’s not helping with the wedding as much as she thought he should. Helping stuff envelopes for the invitations, actively choosing food cake and DJ. and so they have fights about this. She and her fiance Anthony, have bought a condo. The condo is half a mile from her work and four miles from her mother’s house. She will not go there to sleep until she and Anthony have moved in there together. That’s going to happen about two weeks before the wedding. Again, she reports some fears about being alone. The fears are keeping her up at night because she’s anxious that when she gets married it’s going to be worse because her fiancé has a traveling job where he’s gone two nights of the week to cover his territory for sales.

When you talk to Susanna for the first time, you find her to be very easygoing but very, very difficult to talk to because she’s speaking at hyper speed. She said that this becomes problematic with her when she’s in her classroom teaching the third graders. She can tell that she loses the third graders interests and she’s afraid that she’s going to loose her job when they start new teacher observations, she’s afraid that even though they know her well and they invited her to come work there, that they’re going to find her not to be worthy.

So as we go along there was much confusion about what’s going on with Susanna. She continues to go out with her fiancé. She continues to socialize with her family. She and her mother are planning the wedding. There have been several bridal showers for her. There’s been a bachelorette party planned with her and her girlfriends, and she goes to all these events, but she can’t relax. She can’t get comfortable, and she can’t eat. As we talk further and further, we find that what’s really going on for her is that she is struggling with being the center of attention with 500 people at the wedding. So we started doing some deep breathing exercises, some meditation, some journaling, and even some yoga. This seems to be calming her down a lot, but she’s apprehensive about the day of the wedding. You have agreed to will attend the wedding in case there’s a panic attack.

So this is a boundary issue here that we need to talk about, and that’s why I’m putting this case up for discussion. We shouldn’t have dual relationships with our clients. So attending a wedding where there are family and friends and that you don’t know anybody else, is awkward. You’re really there for the benefit of the client, and there is purpose to it, but it feels very uncomfortable to you. In your supervision, you talk it over with your supervisor, and she agrees that it is odd, but she also says it’s probably vital to the client to have you thereon a just in case basis. So you reluctantly agree to go to the wedding. You sit through the service, and you watch her walk down the aisle after she walks down the service is over. You wait until she comes back out to join the reception. You see, her mother and her mother say that she’s doing fine and so you’re able to leave. You see Susanna for a few more sessions after the wedding, and she seems to have calmed down immensely. She reports having a great time at her wedding and reports how helpful she found the journaling, meditation and yoga.

Chapter one of Susanna. Chapter two of Susana becomes more interesting. She and her husband got transferred to a larger territory, and she had to leave the state. She left the state. She lived for three years someplace else and then her husband was transferred back to this area to take an administrative job, vice president of sales. They were in a much larger house. Her brother had died from an overdose ofherion, and she couldn’t get the same job back, so she was doing some tutoring on the side to keep her busy, and she now also had two children.

The anxiety attacks were returning, and she didn’t understand why because she was home with her mother. She had her kids, she had her own house, she had a very nice schedule with her tutoring, but things were getting uncomfortable for her again. She returns, finds you still in practice, and we agreed to come for sessions. Here we have to figure out did she stop doing any of the activities? Did she stop doing meditation, breathing exercises, yoga journaling? And then we have to find out what the new stressor is. So your goal is to figure out what questions you’re going to ask to find out where the unique stressors are if she’s back in her old neighborhood has her children to care for, has a new house, and her husband is available (not traveling as much). So what kind of questions will you explore, and what areas do you think that this new stressor has become an issue?

Analyze your issue or event in technology through the first two lenses introduced in this course: history and the humanities

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4-2 Final Project Milestone Two: Analyzing an Issue or Event in Technology through the Lenses of History and the Humanities

Analyze your issue or event in technology through the first two lenses introduced in this course: history and the humanities. This will provide you with a chance to practice analyzing your issue or event through these lenses. You will receive feedback on this practice attempt.

Demonstrate an advanced level of analysis and understanding of the ways in which psychological perspectives underpin and inform communication theory?

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A critique of a simulated interview

 

This assignment is based around video clip. watch it from 52:00 minutes till 1:02:19.

Below is the link for the video.

https://youtu.be/U6l1GegXHhc

Introduction- Explain the scenario of social worker and the young child?

Paragraph one-
1 a) Demonstrate an advanced level of analysis and understanding of the ways in which psychological perspectives underpin and inform communication theory?

  • Carl Rodgers- what you understand of his theory?, how does this theory link to the video?
  • Bowlby -Theorist – how does this theory talk about communication? How does this link to the video?
  • Transition analysis- what is this theory? How does it link to the video? What are key faces of this theory throughout communication?
  1. b) demonstrate and in-depth theoretical understanding of the person-centred approach
  • Did this happen in the video? Was the child getting the help that was needed? Was she in the centre of social workers eye?
  1. c) Recognise theories on the impact of authority and power on interpersonal communication
  • Explain theory of interaction?- in the video the residential worker allowed  the resident to make her own choice. The social worker didn’t allow the child to make her own decision
  1. d) critique and appraise a range of communication skills theory.
  • Use non verbal communication – include Solar theory

Paragraph 2

Demonstrate an advanced understanding of interviewing skills and methods of communicating effectively with diverse groups of people(e.g. culture, age, language, disability)

  • Explain and analyze PCA?
  • Age- dealing with a 12 year old child?, age appropriate language?

Provide a critical analysis of the person- centered approach in its relation to social work practice?

Paragraph 3:

Demonstrate an understanding of how to communicate and listen actively to others, understand accurately their viewpoint and recognize personal prejudices/bias.

  • Social workers took time to understand the situation that the young girl was in
  • Understand impact of personal prejudices? Link to a theory?
  • Include how a person sits? Poor posture ( as shown in video) means that the social worker aint interested in what the child has to say?

Add theories to back the above points up. Who tells you about poor posture?

Demonstrate an understanding of theories of critical reflection and how you might apply these to your own practice?

  • Talk about the atkins & Murphy theory about critical reflection and back it up with the video

Conclusion:

  • The video shows two different scenario of good and poor practice
  • What you have spoken about
  • How this interview could had been better? Poor communication took place between the child and the social worker? Include long term impact- will the child trust the social worker? Will she ask for help? Are the residential home staff better and more supportive ?
  • Poor opinion?

Identify two myths that you will use to make a comparison. Identify the philosophical view of nature that each myth embodies. Identify the religious perspective on the supernatural that aligns with each myth. Compare how the two myths imagine the relationship between humans and nature.

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Creation, Migration and Origin Stories

-Native American creation stories from : Creation, Migration and Origin Stories

-Creation myths from world religions throughout history at the Big Myth website: The Teacher’s Guide

Choose TWO myths and develop a comparison. First, explain which worldview each story seems to embody most closely. For example, ask yourself, “Which religious tradition fits best with the myth?” and “Which philosophical view of nature fits best with the myth?” Be sure to explain how you determined which worldview fits with the story, giving evidence from the texts to support your interpretation. Then compare and contrast similarities and differences in how the two myths imagine the relationship between humans and nature.

In your paper,

-Identify two myths that you will use to make a comparison.

-Identify the philosophical view of nature that each myth embodies (e.g., dualism, materialism, or idealism).

-Identify the religious perspective on the supernatural that aligns with each myth (e.g., monotheism, naturalism, or pantheism).

-Compare how the two myths imagine the relationship between humans and nature.

 

In a well-organized paragraph, briefly state what the cod fishing industry meant in the past in the Atlantic provinces. Then, explain what was done to try to save cod fishing industry. Finally, state what you think should be done now regarding the “Sustained Yield Management” of the cod industry

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TYPES OF INDUSTRY

1. In a well-organized paragraph, briefly state what the cod fishing industry meant in the past in the Atlantic provinces. Then, explain what was done to try to save cod fishing industry. Finally, state what you think should be done now regarding the “Sustained Yield Management” of the cod industry

2. Search for 2 countries, other than Canada, that are globally important sources of forest products. Consider the following information once you have chosen your countries. Renewable Resources Resources that can be regenerated if used carefully (e.g., farming, forestry, fishing, soil)
in a well-written paragraph identify three natural characteristics these forests have compared to Canada.

What have been this population’s defining experiences? What is this population’s relationship with the larger culture? What challenges has this population faced? What are strengths of this population?

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Homeless people in the United States

This research paper is going to be on homeless people in the United States. Throughout the paper you’re going to answer the following questions:

Describe the population group and its characteristics. (you may want to use census data here)

What is required for “membership” in this group? (how is it defined?)
Describe this population in the U.S. as a whole.
Describe this population in NY state.
Describe this population in the city of Albany
Provide an overview of this population in American history

What have been this population’s defining experiences?
What is this population’s relationship with the larger culture?
What challenges has this population faced?
What are strengths of this population?
What approaches has this group historically taken to address oppression? In what was have this group’s members advocated for themselves
Provide information about how this population interacts with helping professions.

What are the unmet needs of this group?
What are some barriers to service delivery?
What tips would you have for helping professionals about working with this population?

In what ways could/should you intervene on behalf of this group?
What would be “mistakes” when working with this group?

Explain whether you believe it is appropriate to apply psychoanalytic theory to women and individuals from racial and ethnic minority groups. Explain whether you believe psychoanalytic theory is consistent with social work values and social work ethics.

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Evaluating Psychoanalytical Theory

Psychoanalytical Theories and Attachment Theory

Psychodynamic theory and its derivatives can be traced to the father of psychoanalysis, Sigmund Freud. You likely are familiar with the image that Freud often conjures: A client lying on a couch with a therapist sitting nearby, notepad in hand. The psychoanalytic terms “id,” “ego,” “superego,” “repression,” and “unconscious” are deeply embedded in the layperson’s jargon.

Freud’s theories have been challenged over time and are not always as relevant. But theories evolve, and despite “pure” Freudian theory falling out of favor, many theories have sprung from Freud’s psychoanalytical principles. Attachment theory is one example. Its originator, John Bowlby, was directly influenced by Freud, but because of Bowlby’s experiences in working with disturbed children, he believed that a child’s psychosocial development is linked to their attachment to the mother. Because all theories must be tested using empirical research methods, Mary Ainsworth tested John Bowlby’s theory using the Strange Situation experiment, which involved observing children react to caregivers and strangers. The results from her research led to what we now know as attachment styles.

Discussion: Evaluating Psychoanalytical Theory

Sigmund Freud is often hailed as the father of psychoanalytical theory. His theory was the first to point to the influence of early childhood experiences. However, psychoanalytical theory has received a lot of criticism. Although theories are supposed to be objective and value-free, they are developed within a sociocultural and political context. For example, with historical perspective, it is possible to see that values within the Western Victorian era influenced Freud as he developed his theory. Another criticism is that many psychoanalytical concepts cannot be measured. For example, how do you measure the id, ego, and superego or the notion of unconscious conflicts? As a result, it is difficult to test the accuracy of these concepts using social science research methods.

It is important to critically evaluate theories for their practical use. For example, is it appropriate to use a theory when working with diverse populations or with populations different from those with whom the theory was normed (e.g., women, racial and ethnic minority groups, those who are economically disadvantaged)? Finally, are the assumptions of theories consistent with the values underlying the field? In this Discussion, you respond to some of these concerns.

Question to be answers.

• 1.Summarize the assumptions of Freud’s psychoanalytical theory in 2–3 sentences.

• 2.Explain whether you believe it is appropriate to apply psychoanalytic theory to women and individuals from racial and ethnic minority groups.

• 3.Explain whether you believe psychoanalytic theory is consistent with social work values and social work ethics.

You can use more reference if like.

Describe your interest and understanding of child welfare services and discuss what motivates you to pursue a career in public child welfare. Explain what type of current or past work/volunteer/life experience(s) have led you here.

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IV-E Essay

Include a 2-3-page typed statement (double spaced, 12-point font, one-inch margins) with this application form. Include your name on the response document. Describe your interest and understanding of child welfare services and discuss what motivates you to pursue a career in public child welfare. Explain what type of current or past work/volunteer/life experience(s) have led you here.

Discuss the origins and impact of that issue/problem, and develop a social justice response to this problem with the assumption that you have the resources and power to promote change.

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Essay – Analytical Question

Select a social issue/social problem that you are likely to encounter as a social worker in today’s society/world. Discuss the origins and impact of that issue/problem, and develop a social justice response to this problem with the assumption that you have the resources and power to promote change.

Identify the political ramifications of each alternative. What are the real or predicted consequences/outcomes of the proposals?

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Social Welfare Policy Problem

The policy position paper offers students the opportunity to demonstrate their ability to analyze a policy problem, discuss a range of policy solutions, analyze the rational and political ramifications of each alternative, and support a proposed policy change with evidence from the professional literature. This paper synthesizes the policy analysis approaches learned throughout the semester.

Students will select a social welfare policy problem of their choice and clear the topic with the instructor no later than week 6 of the semester. Students will conduct a search of the available literature (with emphasis on peer-reviewed journal articles) surrounding the selected policy problem. Students will prepare an 8 to 10 page paper (not including title page or references page) in APA-6th edition style. Topics to be addressed (use these as headings in your paper) are:

1. Brief introduction to the policy problem (briefly explain the social issue the policy is addressing)

2. History of social welfare policy in this area (what previous policies have aimed to address this issue?)

3. Alternative proposals to address this problem (minimum of two alternatives). Identify at least 2 policy proposals that aim to address this issue

4. Analyze and compare these alternatives using a rational policy analysis approach (refer back to text book and lectures on rational policy analysis)

5. Identify the political ramifications of each alternative (what are the real or predicted consequences/outcomes of the proposals? Arguments should be based on scholarly research and data. Reference the findings of reputable policy institutions (Lincy, Urban Institute, Brookings, etc), and policy forums focused on the policy area.

6. Proposal for policy change based in the alternatives (with evidentiary support from the literature) (based on your critical analysis of the alternatives, what policy action should occur?)

7. Summary and conclusion.

You can find my textbook online. It is called Social welfare: Politics and Public policy, (2016) by DiNitto and Johnson