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Discuss how you would use the data collected by your colleague to guide the next step in the planned change process or to inform future work with clients.
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Colleague 1
RE: Discussion – Week 5
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    Reflect on your fieldwork experience, and identify a case where it would have been beneficial to employ resiliency theory:

        I have not done my fieldwork experience in my MSW I am doing that is this summer but for undergraduate in my Human Services program my fieldwork experience was working with k-5 graders in our before and after school program and working with first graders learning to read. A case where it would have been beneficial to employ resiliency theory was with our ELA learner’s (early language learners).

        Describe the case in 2 sentences:

I had a little girl who was from Burma in first grade I was helping her to learn to read. Her first language was Burmese and she was learning English.

   

Describe the presenting problem in one concise sentence:

        The presenting problem is the language barrier where our early language learners have to translate either Spanish or Burmese as their first language into English their second language at school, but at home parents might speak no English or very little English.

 

Describe an intervention you would implement to promote resiliency:

    An intervention I would use is solution-focused therapy along with adversity to promote resiliency with the client learning a new language. With solution-focused therapy it will help the client focus on each of their strengths. Using adversity with the client will also help them see what they have over come such as moving to a new country, learning a new language, making new friends, getting support from school staff and language interpretors in order to be a successful student.

Identify an instrument from the Smith-Osborne and Whitehill Boltons article that would be appropriate when employing a single-subject design to evaluate how effective the intervention is in increasing the clients level of resiliency:

    I would use the Resilience Scale for Children and Adolescents. The Resilience Scale for Children and Adolescents (RSCA) was developed for use in preventive screening for psychological vulnerability (Prince-Embury, 2008). This scale would be appropriate in order to see  if the child has any psychological vulnerability that could be contributing to their ability to learn English as a new language.

   

Explain why you selected the instrument:

        Why I chose this instrument is because the resilience scale for children and adolescents focus on three content areas: optimism, self-efcacy, and adaptability.(Prince-Embury & Courville, 2008b) this scale will help the social worker and client make a list of things the client is good at and a list of areas in their life they want to build optimism, self-efficacy and adaptability. Perhaps it is areas of social skills to make new friends or obtain a new job, academics, community such as playing sports or interacting with others at church, and family events the client wants to work on.

why would the instrument be appropriate?

  I feel the instrument would be appropriate for a early language learner to take because it focuses on the three areas of optimism, self-efficacy and adaptability. You would have to take into consideration of the persons age, grade, and what grade they came to the United States as a early language learner. I would not use the resilience scale on young elementary students but students in Third grade up to twelveth grade.

References

Prince-Embury, S. (2008). The Resiliency Scale for Children and Adolescents, psychologicalsymptoms, and clinical status in adolescents. Canadian Journal of School Psychology, 23, 4156.

Prince-Embury, S., & Courville, T. (2008b). Measurementinvariance of the Resiliency Scales for Children and Adolescents with respect to sex and age cohorts. Canadian Journal of School Psychology, 23, 2644.

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Colleague 2

RE: Discussion – Week 5 Attachment
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Reflect on your fieldwork experience and identify a case where it would have been beneficial to employ resiliency theory. Describe the case in 2 sentences.

In my current field experience, I am interning at a non-profit after school program targeting at-risk youth grades 5th-8th grade. One goal at Center 360 focuses on is basic life skills, behavior modification and career exposure. For the normal schedule, we set aside 30-minutes for homework time before moving to the next phase of the day.They are expected to complete their homework in its entirety and have interns to review it.

In this case, the resilience theory would be very beneficial. Khalil is a 5th grader who has some behavioral issues and reading his file it gave insight on the reasons behind his behavior. He is a prime example of coping with abandonment issues and beating the odds in his environment at an early ago.

Describe the presenting problem in one concise sentence. 

One student is a 5th grader who has difficulties staying on task and has to be redirected a few times before he completes his homework. I noticed if he finds a math or reading problem difficult he will display resistance and refuses to complete his assignments instead of asking for help as instructed.

Describe an intervention you would implement to promote the resiliency.

The strength-based approach would be an intervention I would implement to promote resiliency for Khalil. I would also apply solution-focused therapy as it would help Khalil to focus on the here and now and completing the task at hand. Minimize the emphasis on past failings and problems. Khalil and I would focus on his strengths and past accomplishments.

Identify an instrument from the Smith-Osborne and Whitehill Boltons article that would be appropriate when employing a single-subject design to evaluate how effective the intervention is in increasing the clients level of resiliency.

An instrument from the Smith-Osborne and Whitehill Boltons article that would be appropriate when employing a single-subject design to evaluate how effective the intervention is in increasing the clients level of resiliency would be the RSCA method by (Prince-Embury, 2008). The RSCA instrument consists of 3 scales: Emotional reactivity, sense of mastery, and sense of relatedness. The sense of relatedness monitors the individuals ability to trust others and the capacity to accept others. Emotional reactivity monitors the individuals sensitivity level and their behavior when upset. Sense of mastery measures the individuals adaptability, and how they perceive uncontrollable factors in life.

Explain why you selected the instrument. In other words, why would the instrument be appropriate? (Consider the age of the client and for whom the instrument was designed, how feasible it would be to administer the instrument such as cost, time to administer it, etc.). 

I believe that the RSCA instrument would be appropriate being that Khalil is 10 years old and falls into the age range for RCSA sampling. The RCSA validation sampled adolescents ages 9 to 18 years old. The sample measures the resilience in children and adolescents. It is also free of cost and would not cause any financial burdens on Khalil or his support system.

References

Smith-Osborne, A., & Whitehill Bolton K. (2013). Assessing resilience: A review of measures across the life course. Journal of Evidence-Based Social Work, 10(2), 111126. doi:10.1080/15433714.2011.597305.

Turner, F. J. (Ed.). (2017). Social work treatment: Interlocking theoretical approaches (6th ed.). New York, NY: Oxford University Press. Chapter 29: Resiliency Theory and Social Work Practice (pp. 441451).

Respond to at least two colleagues:

Compare your response with your colleagues. Identify any insights you gained from your peers response.
Discuss whether or how to address values related to the development and use of a specific theory when working with clients.

Colleague  1

Freuds Psychoanalytical Theory

Freuds psychoanalytical theory basically stated that women have less strongly developed superegos. (Auld, F., Hyman, M., & Rudzinski, D. 2005. p. 219.) With the development of the Id, Ego and Superego, Freud looked into how behavior and personality is developed. According to Freud, women are more passive and men are somewhat more rigid in their application of moral rules. (Auld, F., Hyman, M., & Rudzinski, D. 2005. p. 219) Freud also introduced the idea of Penis Envy stating that women are envious of men and view men as being better.

Is Psychoanalytical Theory Appropriate for Women?

I do feel that some parts of the psychoanalytical theory can be utilized but the theory was based on a lot of assumptions so utilizing this theory can also be risky. In essence, theories can be developed and adjusted overtime to better fit the society we live in. Over time, theorists have developed more current theories that are more suitable when working with women and minority groups. When discussing the utilization of Id, Ego and Superego, I do believe that it is appropriate for women and trying to understand the development of behavior and personality.

Is the Psychoanalytical Theory Consistent with Social Work Values?

I do not believe Freuds psychoanalytical theory is consistent with social work values and ethics due to it lacking dignity and worth of the client. The psychoanalytical theory believes women are in a sense less than men and that women have penis envy. The theory lacks awareness of women and minorities so I think utilizing this theory may do more harm than good.

References

Auld, F., Hyman, M., & Rudzinski, D. (2005). How is therapy with women different? In Resolution and inner conflict: An introduction to psychoanalytic therapy (pp. 217236). Washington DC: American Psychological Association.

National Association of Social Workers. (2008). Code of ethics of the National Association of Social Workers. Retrieved from https://www.socialworkers.org/About/Ethics/Code-of-Ethics/Code-of-Ethics-English

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Colleague 2APSE
Freuds psychoanalytical theory was based on the concepts of the psychosexual drive energy. Freud seemed to assume that this drive created the internal fantasies that ultimately are responsible for the emergence of personality, social relations, and virtually every other aspect of human development (Turner, 2017). Freud went on to divide his theory into five categories. The first explained how anxiety and depression interfered with everyday functioning, the second focused on obstructions in child development, the third focused on the unconscious, asking that his audience lend meaning to those cryptic wishes (Turner 2017). The fourth category focused on the subject of infantile sexuality, broaching the idea that we were all born bisexual and that this stays with us throughout our lives, regardless of orientation. The fifth and final pillar of his psychoanalytic theory focused on mental health treatment for those who needed help, but whom were scared of the cultural stigma, which indicated that mental health was a disgrace.

As for whether or not it is inappropriate to apply psychoanalytic theory to women and individuals from racial and ethnic minority groups, I would have to think it was inappropriate. If using Freuds original psychoanalytic theory, Freud seemed to have a biased opinion regarding women. For example, he believed that women had less strongly developed superegos (Alud, Hyma, Rudzinski; 2005). In a sense, Freud seemed to believe that women were less than (mentally) compared to their male counterparts. I would not apply his version of the psychoanalytic theory to women due to the bias nature, but times have changed so further, differently understood versions of the psychoanalytic theory could possibly be used.

I do feel that the psychoanalytic theory does and does not follow social work values and ethics. Freud developed this theory as a means to help understand the link between the conscious and unconscious and to help others struggling with mental health. In that stance, the theory instills the values of service and social justice. Service is provided when social workers draw on their knowledge, values, and skills to help people in need and to address social problems (NASW Code of Ethics, 2020). Social justice is achieved when social workers pursue social change, particularly with and on behalf of vulnerable or oppressed individuals and groups of people (NASW Code of Ethics, 2020). Freud was wanting to provide a treatment to those whom were being oppressed (i.e. the mental health population). However, his biased opinions on women were seem as lacking competence, which means that in this sense, the theory did not follow the social work values. Competence means that social workers practice within their areas of competence and develop and enhance their professional expertise (NASW Code of Ethics, 2020). Again, Freud lacked this due to the biased opinions on women.

References:

Auld, F., Hyman, M., & Rudzinski, D. (2005). How is therapy with women different? In Resolution and inner conflict: An introduction to psychoanalytic therapy (pp. 217236). Washington DC: American Psychological Association.

National Association of Social Workers. (2008). Code of ethics of the National Association of Social Workers. Retrieved from https://www.socialworkers.org/About/Ethics/Code-of-Ethics/Code-of-Ethics-English

Turner, F. J. (Ed.). (2017). Social work treatment: Interlocking theoretical approaches (6th ed.). New York, NY: Oxford University Press

Respond to at least two colleagues:

Compare your response with your colleagues. Identify any insights you gained from your peers response.
Discuss whether or how to address values related to the development and use of a specific theory when working with clients.

Colleague  1

Freuds Psychoanalytical Theory

Freuds psychoanalytical theory basically stated that women have less strongly developed superegos. (Auld, F., Hyman, M., & Rudzinski, D. 2005. p. 219.) With the development of the Id, Ego and Superego, Freud looked into how behavior and personality is developed. According to Freud, women are more passive and men are somewhat more rigid in their application of moral rules. (Auld, F., Hyman, M., & Rudzinski, D. 2005. p. 219) Freud also introduced the idea of Penis Envy stating that women are envious of men and view men as being better.

Is Psychoanalytical Theory Appropriate for Women?

I do feel that some parts of the psychoanalytical theory can be utilized but the theory was based on a lot of assumptions so utilizing this theory can also be risky. In essence, theories can be developed and adjusted overtime to better fit the society we live in. Over time, theorists have developed more current theories that are more suitable when working with women and minority groups. When discussing the utilization of Id, Ego and Superego, I do believe that it is appropriate for women and trying to understand the development of behavior and personality.

Is the Psychoanalytical Theory Consistent with Social Work Values?

I do not believe Freuds psychoanalytical theory is consistent with social work values and ethics due to it lacking dignity and worth of the client. The psychoanalytical theory believes women are in a sense less than men and that women have penis envy. The theory lacks awareness of women and minorities so I think utilizing this theory may do more harm than good.

References

Auld, F., Hyman, M., & Rudzinski, D. (2005). How is therapy with women different? In Resolution and inner conflict: An introduction to psychoanalytic therapy (pp. 217236). Washington DC: American Psychological Association.

National Association of Social Workers. (2008). Code of ethics of the National Association of Social Workers. Retrieved from https://www.socialworkers.org/About/Ethics/Code-of-Ethics/Code-of-Ethics-English

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Colleague 2APSE
Freuds psychoanalytical theory was based on the concepts of the psychosexual drive energy. Freud seemed to assume that this drive created the internal fantasies that ultimately are responsible for the emergence of personality, social relations, and virtually every other aspect of human development (Turner, 2017). Freud went on to divide his theory into five categories. The first explained how anxiety and depression interfered with everyday functioning, the second focused on obstructions in child development, the third focused on the unconscious, asking that his audience lend meaning to those cryptic wishes (Turner 2017). The fourth category focused on the subject of infantile sexuality, broaching the idea that we were all born bisexual and that this stays with us throughout our lives, regardless of orientation. The fifth and final pillar of his psychoanalytic theory focused on mental health treatment for those who needed help, but whom were scared of the cultural stigma, which indicated that mental health was a disgrace.

As for whether or not it is inappropriate to apply psychoanalytic theory to women and individuals from racial and ethnic minority groups, I would have to think it was inappropriate. If using Freuds original psychoanalytic theory, Freud seemed to have a biased opinion regarding women. For example, he believed that women had less strongly developed superegos (Alud, Hyma, Rudzinski; 2005). In a sense, Freud seemed to believe that women were less than (mentally) compared to their male counterparts. I would not apply his version of the psychoanalytic theory to women due to the bias nature, but times have changed so further, differently understood versions of the psychoanalytic theory could possibly be used.

I do feel that the psychoanalytic theory does and does not follow social work values and ethics. Freud developed this theory as a means to help understand the link between the conscious and unconscious and to help others struggling with mental health. In that stance, the theory instills the values of service and social justice. Service is provided when social workers draw on their knowledge, values, and skills to help people in need and to address social problems (NASW Code of Ethics, 2020). Social justice is achieved when social workers pursue social change, particularly with and on behalf of vulnerable or oppressed individuals and groups of people (NASW Code of Ethics, 2020). Freud was wanting to provide a treatment to those whom were being oppressed (i.e. the mental health population). However, his biased opinions on women were seem as lacking competence, which means that in this sense, the theory did not follow the social work values. Competence means that social workers practice within their areas of competence and develop and enhance their professional expertise (NASW Code of Ethics, 2020). Again, Freud lacked this due to the biased opinions on women.

References:

Auld, F., Hyman, M., & Rudzinski, D. (2005). How is therapy with women different? In Resolution and inner conflict: An introduction to psychoanalytic therapy (pp. 217236). Washington DC: American Psychological Association.

National Association of Social Workers. (2008). Code of ethics of the National Association of Social Workers. Retrieved from https://www.socialworkers.org/About/Ethics/Code-of-Ethics/Code-of-Ethics-English

Turner, F. J. (Ed.). (2017). Social work treatment: Interlocking theoretical approaches (6th ed.). New York, NY: Oxford University Press

Respond to at least two colleagues:

Compare your response with your colleagues. Identify any insights you gained from your peers response.
Discuss whether or how to address values related to the development and use of a specific theory when working with clients.

Colleague  1

Freuds Psychoanalytical Theory

Freuds psychoanalytical theory basically stated that women have less strongly developed superegos. (Auld, F., Hyman, M., & Rudzinski, D. 2005. p. 219.) With the development of the Id, Ego and Superego, Freud looked into how behavior and personality is developed. According to Freud, women are more passive and men are somewhat more rigid in their application of moral rules. (Auld, F., Hyman, M., & Rudzinski, D. 2005. p. 219) Freud also introduced the idea of Penis Envy stating that women are envious of men and view men as being better.

Is Psychoanalytical Theory Appropriate for Women?

I do feel that some parts of the psychoanalytical theory can be utilized but the theory was based on a lot of assumptions so utilizing this theory can also be risky. In essence, theories can be developed and adjusted overtime to better fit the society we live in. Over time, theorists have developed more current theories that are more suitable when working with women and minority groups. When discussing the utilization of Id, Ego and Superego, I do believe that it is appropriate for women and trying to understand the development of behavior and personality.

Is the Psychoanalytical Theory Consistent with Social Work Values?

I do not believe Freuds psychoanalytical theory is consistent with social work values and ethics due to it lacking dignity and worth of the client. The psychoanalytical theory believes women are in a sense less than men and that women have penis envy. The theory lacks awareness of women and minorities so I think utilizing this theory may do more harm than good.

References

Auld, F., Hyman, M., & Rudzinski, D. (2005). How is therapy with women different? In Resolution and inner conflict: An introduction to psychoanalytic therapy (pp. 217236). Washington DC: American Psychological Association.

National Association of Social Workers. (2008). Code of ethics of the National Association of Social Workers. Retrieved from https://www.socialworkers.org/About/Ethics/Code-of-Ethics/Code-of-Ethics-English

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Colleague 2APSE
Freuds psychoanalytical theory was based on the concepts of the psychosexual drive energy. Freud seemed to assume that this drive created the internal fantasies that ultimately are responsible for the emergence of personality, social relations, and virtually every other aspect of human development (Turner, 2017). Freud went on to divide his theory into five categories. The first explained how anxiety and depression interfered with everyday functioning, the second focused on obstructions in child development, the third focused on the unconscious, asking that his audience lend meaning to those cryptic wishes (Turner 2017). The fourth category focused on the subject of infantile sexuality, broaching the idea that we were all born bisexual and that this stays with us throughout our lives, regardless of orientation. The fifth and final pillar of his psychoanalytic theory focused on mental health treatment for those who needed help, but whom were scared of the cultural stigma, which indicated that mental health was a disgrace.

As for whether or not it is inappropriate to apply psychoanalytic theory to women and individuals from racial and ethnic minority groups, I would have to think it was inappropriate. If using Freuds original psychoanalytic theory, Freud seemed to have a biased opinion regarding women. For example, he believed that women had less strongly developed superegos (Alud, Hyma, Rudzinski; 2005). In a sense, Freud seemed to believe that women were less than (mentally) compared to their male counterparts. I would not apply his version of the psychoanalytic theory to women due to the bias nature, but times have changed so further, differently understood versions of the psychoanalytic theory could possibly be used.

I do feel that the psychoanalytic theory does and does not follow social work values and ethics. Freud developed this theory as a means to help understand the link between the conscious and unconscious and to help others struggling with mental health. In that stance, the theory instills the values of service and social justice. Service is provided when social workers draw on their knowledge, values, and skills to help people in need and to address social problems (NASW Code of Ethics, 2020). Social justice is achieved when social workers pursue social change, particularly with and on behalf of vulnerable or oppressed individuals and groups of people (NASW Code of Ethics, 2020). Freud was wanting to provide a treatment to those whom were being oppressed (i.e. the mental health population). However, his biased opinions on women were seem as lacking competence, which means that in this sense, the theory did not follow the social work values. Competence means that social workers practice within their areas of competence and develop and enhance their professional expertise (NASW Code of Ethics, 2020). Again, Freud lacked this due to the biased opinions on women.

References:

Auld, F., Hyman, M., & Rudzinski, D. (2005). How is therapy with women different? In Resolution and inner conflict: An introduction to psychoanalytic therapy (pp. 217236). Washington DC: American Psychological Association.

National Association of Social Workers. (2008). Code of ethics of the National Association of Social Workers. Retrieved from https://www.socialworkers.org/About/Ethics/Code-of-Ethics/Code-of-Ethics-English

Turner, F. J. (Ed.). (2017). Social work treatment: Interlocking theoretical approaches (6th ed.). New York, NY: Oxford University Press

Respond to at least two colleagues:

Compare your response with your colleagues. Identify any insights you gained from your peers response.
Discuss whether or how to address values related to the development and use of a specific theory when working with clients.

Colleague  1

Freuds Psychoanalytical Theory

Freuds psychoanalytical theory basically stated that women have less strongly developed superegos. (Auld, F., Hyman, M., & Rudzinski, D. 2005. p. 219.) With the development of the Id, Ego and Superego, Freud looked into how behavior and personality is developed. According to Freud, women are more passive and men are somewhat more rigid in their application of moral rules. (Auld, F., Hyman, M., & Rudzinski, D. 2005. p. 219) Freud also introduced the idea of Penis Envy stating that women are envious of men and view men as being better.

Is Psychoanalytical Theory Appropriate for Women?

I do feel that some parts of the psychoanalytical theory can be utilized but the theory was based on a lot of assumptions so utilizing this theory can also be risky. In essence, theories can be developed and adjusted overtime to better fit the society we live in. Over time, theorists have developed more current theories that are more suitable when working with women and minority groups. When discussing the utilization of Id, Ego and Superego, I do believe that it is appropriate for women and trying to understand the development of behavior and personality.

Is the Psychoanalytical Theory Consistent with Social Work Values?

I do not believe Freuds psychoanalytical theory is consistent with social work values and ethics due to it lacking dignity and worth of the client. The psychoanalytical theory believes women are in a sense less than men and that women have penis envy. The theory lacks awareness of women and minorities so I think utilizing this theory may do more harm than good.

References

Auld, F., Hyman, M., & Rudzinski, D. (2005). How is therapy with women different? In Resolution and inner conflict: An introduction to psychoanalytic therapy (pp. 217236). Washington DC: American Psychological Association.

National Association of Social Workers. (2008). Code of ethics of the National Association of Social Workers. Retrieved from https://www.socialworkers.org/About/Ethics/Code-of-Ethics/Code-of-Ethics-English

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Colleague 2APSE
Freuds psychoanalytical theory was based on the concepts of the psychosexual drive energy. Freud seemed to assume that this drive created the internal fantasies that ultimately are responsible for the emergence of personality, social relations, and virtually every other aspect of human development (Turner, 2017). Freud went on to divide his theory into five categories. The first explained how anxiety and depression interfered with everyday functioning, the second focused on obstructions in child development, the third focused on the unconscious, asking that his audience lend meaning to those cryptic wishes (Turner 2017). The fourth category focused on the subject of infantile sexuality, broaching the idea that we were all born bisexual and that this stays with us throughout our lives, regardless of orientation. The fifth and final pillar of his psychoanalytic theory focused on mental health treatment for those who needed help, but whom were scared of the cultural stigma, which indicated that mental health was a disgrace.

As for whether or not it is inappropriate to apply psychoanalytic theory to women and individuals from racial and ethnic minority groups, I would have to think it was inappropriate. If using Freuds original psychoanalytic theory, Freud seemed to have a biased opinion regarding women. For example, he believed that women had less strongly developed superegos (Alud, Hyma, Rudzinski; 2005). In a sense, Freud seemed to believe that women were less than (mentally) compared to their male counterparts. I would not apply his version of the psychoanalytic theory to women due to the bias nature, but times have changed so further, differently understood versions of the psychoanalytic theory could possibly be used.

I do feel that the psychoanalytic theory does and does not follow social work values and ethics. Freud developed this theory as a means to help understand the link between the conscious and unconscious and to help others struggling with mental health. In that stance, the theory instills the values of service and social justice. Service is provided when social workers draw on their knowledge, values, and skills to help people in need and to address social problems (NASW Code of Ethics, 2020). Social justice is achieved when social workers pursue social change, particularly with and on behalf of vulnerable or oppressed individuals and groups of people (NASW Code of Ethics, 2020). Freud was wanting to provide a treatment to those whom were being oppressed (i.e. the mental health population). However, his biased opinions on women were seem as lacking competence, which means that in this sense, the theory did not follow the social work values. Competence means that social workers practice within their areas of competence and develop and enhance their professional expertise (NASW Code of Ethics, 2020). Again, Freud lacked this due to the biased opinions on women.

References:

Auld, F., Hyman, M., & Rudzinski, D. (2005). How is therapy with women different? In Resolution and inner conflict: An introduction to psychoanalytic therapy (pp. 217236). Washington DC: American Psychological Association.

National Association of Social Workers. (2008). Code of ethics of the National Association of Social Workers. Retrieved from https://www.socialworkers.org/About/Ethics/Code-of-Ethics/Code-of-Ethics-English

Turner, F. J. (Ed.). (2017). Social work treatment: Interlocking theoretical approaches (6th ed.). New York, NY: Oxford University Press

you have read, theory guides the conceptualization of the clients problem and how social workers assess and intervene relative to the problem. However, theory can also shape the self-reflective questions social workers ask themselves. Clients often come to social workers under stress or distress. This then affects how the social worker responds and thus the client-social worker relationship. As a result, Foley, Nash, and Munford (2009) employed attachment theory as a lens in which to view the reflective process itself and to gain greater understanding and empathy for what each social worker within each unique social work-client relationship can access of that relationship for reflection (pp. 44).

This week, you will apply attachment theory to the case study you chose in Week 2. In other words, your theoretical orientationor lensis attachment theory as you analyze the case study.

To prepare:

Review the same case study you selected from last weeks Assignment. (Remember, you will be using this same case study throughout the entire course). Use the Dissecting a Theory and Its Application to a Case Study worksheet to help you dissect the theory. You do not need to submit this handout. It is a tool for you to use to dissect the theory, and then you can employ the information in the table to complete your assignment.
Review attachment theory and the following article listed in the Learning Resources: Foley, M., Nash, M., & Munford, R. (2009). Bringing practice into theory: Reflective practice and attachment theory. Aotearoa New Zealand Social Work Review, 21(1/2), p3947. Retrieved http://dx.doi.org/10.11157/anzswj-vol21iss1-2id318
By Day 7
Submit a 1- to 2-page case write-up that addresses the following:

Summarize the assumptions of attachment theory in 2 to 3 sentences.
Identify the problem in your chosen case study to be worked on from an attachment theory perspective.
Explain how attachment theory defines and explains the cause of the problem in one to two sentences.
Develop two assessment questions that are guided by attachment theory that you would ask the client to understand how the stress or distress is affecting the client.
Discuss two interventions to address the problem. Remember, the theory should be driving the interventions. In other words, you would not identify systematic desensitization since this is not an intervention guided by attachment theory.
Formulate one self-reflective question that is influenced by attachment theory that you can ask yourself to gain greater empathy for what the client is experiencing.
Explain which outcomes you could measure to evaluate client progress based theory.
Be sure to:

Identify and correctly reference the case study you have chosen.
Use literature to support your claims.
Use APA formatting and style.
Remember to double-space your paper.

Plummer, S.-B., Makris, S., & Brocksen S. M. (Eds.). (2014). Sessions: Case histories. Retrieved from Baltimore, MD: Laureate International Universities Publishing. [Vital Source e-reader].

You said you use the Levi case study. These the References from the assignment you did
Turner, F. (2011). Theory and social work treatment. In Social work treatment: Interlocking theoretical approaches (5th ed., pp. 313). New York, NY: Oxford University Press.

Walker, S. (2012). Effective social work with children, young people, and families: Putting systems theory into practice. Sage

you have read, theory guides the conceptualization of the clients problem and how social workers assess and intervene relative to the problem. However, theory can also shape the self-reflective questions social workers ask themselves. Clients often come to social workers under stress or distress. This then affects how the social worker responds and thus the client-social worker relationship. As a result, Foley, Nash, and Munford (2009) employed attachment theory as a lens in which to view the reflective process itself and to gain greater understanding and empathy for what each social worker within each unique social work-client relationship can access of that relationship for reflection (pp. 44).

This week, you will apply attachment theory to the case study you chose in Week 2. In other words, your theoretical orientationor lensis attachment theory as you analyze the case study.

To prepare:

Review the same case study you selected from last weeks Assignment. (Remember, you will be using this same case study throughout the entire course). Use the Dissecting a Theory and Its Application to a Case Study worksheet to help you dissect the theory. You do not need to submit this handout. It is a tool for you to use to dissect the theory, and then you can employ the information in the table to complete your assignment.
Review attachment theory and the following article listed in the Learning Resources: Foley, M., Nash, M., & Munford, R. (2009). Bringing practice into theory: Reflective practice and attachment theory. Aotearoa New Zealand Social Work Review, 21(1/2), p3947. Retrieved http://dx.doi.org/10.11157/anzswj-vol21iss1-2id318
By Day 7
Submit a 1- to 2-page case write-up that addresses the following:

Summarize the assumptions of attachment theory in 2 to 3 sentences.
Identify the problem in your chosen case study to be worked on from an attachment theory perspective.
Explain how attachment theory defines and explains the cause of the problem in one to two sentences.
Develop two assessment questions that are guided by attachment theory that you would ask the client to understand how the stress or distress is affecting the client.
Discuss two interventions to address the problem. Remember, the theory should be driving the interventions. In other words, you would not identify systematic desensitization since this is not an intervention guided by attachment theory.
Formulate one self-reflective question that is influenced by attachment theory that you can ask yourself to gain greater empathy for what the client is experiencing.
Explain which outcomes you could measure to evaluate client progress based theory.
Be sure to:

Identify and correctly reference the case study you have chosen.
Use literature to support your claims.
Use APA formatting and style.
Remember to double-space your paper.

Respond to two colleagues:

Evaluate an identified limitation your colleague may encounter when relying on intuition or personal experience in making decisions about an intervention plan.

Colleague 1
RE: Discussion 2 – Week 1
COLLAPSE
I understand the comparison of the two situations. However, I feel as though in my line of work the options are different than in a medical professionals line of work. I work as a case worker for CPS. I work with families after their children have been removed from the home. A lot of what I do for these families are based on their needs, resources available, and court orders. While I do utilized strength based practice in the way I interact with these families and I often look back on Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs when dealing with the children. I would not say that I generally use any social work theories. I am not super versed on social work theories if I am being honest. Most of what I do is based on my experience, knowing the resources available, and what I would refer to as common sense but you can call it intuition. However if  my doctor is treating me, you better believe I want tests ran to back up any gut feelings he has. Turner stated that “without such an understanding, practice remains in the realm of guesswork” (2011, pg. 9).  I understand this conclusion, however I also see that we send our families to therapist and psychologist/psychiatrist to be evaluated. While I evaluate the family’s needs and strength based on the removal affidavit and conversations with the family, I would not say I utilize any particular theories while doing so. I could be wrong.

I hope in this class to learn more about theories that I may utilize without even knowing it.

Reference

Turner, F. (2011). Theory and social work treatment. In social work treatment: Interlocking theoretical approaches (5th ed., pp. 3-13) New York, NY: Oxford University Press.

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Colleague 2
RE: Discussion 2 – Week 1
COLLAPSE
In the two different situations presented, there were only a few differences. In the first situation, I relied more on my professional and personal experiences as well as what other professionals had suggested with examples, provided via their cases as well as data in various research. Where there was a difference in these two situations, rested more on the other situation. I believe these choices differed based on several factors. For example, when working with a client, you rely on them to let you know how something is working, if they believe something is helpful or they are following through on a suggestion or a step you provided, you tend to have to go based off of their self-reporting, or that of another social worker or other person involved in their treatment. In contrast, in the second situation, a medical doctor often as other ways of being able to tell if treatment is working effectively, such as through blood tests and other labs.

              When following ones intuition or personal experience, there are several advantages; when following your own experiences, you can share not only your own successes or struggles, you are also sharing your personality which can be an asset when building repour. An additional advantage to sharing personal experiences is that it falls under two of the National Association of Social Workers code of ethics; dignity and worth of the person and importance of human relationships. (NASW, 2017). When a social worker shares their personal experiences, they are engaging in the importance of human relationships by helping the client view the social worker as a person and helps to limit some imbalance of power. The additional ethical consideration of the dignity of the person is that it allows the client to not feel so alone in a problem or problem behaviors along as gives hope to the client and sets an example.  While personal experiences are great for helping build repour with clients, and an excellent place to start with various interventions and treatment, it is also essential for a social worker to be mindful and realize when self-disclose is appropriate and done professionally.

              The advantages of using theories and research evidence are just as vast as utilizing personal experiences. The advantages of using evidence-based research and various theories are that the studies or ideas are backed by data; the data can help a social worker decided what is the best intervention or type of treatment as well as gives the social worker and their team an idea of the success rate.          A disadvantage to solely using evidenced-based research and theories is that they can limit the way a social worker views a client, for example, clients are humans who have multiple intersections and are not just a statistic in data.

Work cited

About. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.socialworkers.org/About/Ethics/Code-of-Ethics/Code-of-Ethics-English

An Introduction to Use of Self in Field Placement. (2014, August 28). Retrieved from https://www.socialworker.com/feature-articles/field-placement/An_Introduction_to_Use_of_Self_in_Field_Placement/

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Qualitative Article Review

Dennis, C. L., & Vigod, S. (2013). The relationship between postpartum depression, domestic violence, childhood violence, and substance use: Epidemiologic study of a large community sample. Violence against Women, 19(4), 503-517. DOI: 10.1177/1077801213487057

Title

After reading the entire article, do you think the title adequately describes the study? Does the title catch your attention? Please explain.

Based on the contents delivered by the article, I can say that the title of the article, The relationship between postpartum depression, domestic violence, childhood violence, and substance use: Epidemiologic study of a large community sample, adequately describes the study in question. One aspect of the title that specifically stands out is its descriptive formatting. The subject of the article is sufficiently hinted to reveal the primary focus of the study. The descriptive title succinctly announces the studys topic in a way that the reader anticipates what they expect to find in the article. Even though the title may lack creativity and flair, on the contrary, it comes up as appropriate and vivid. It caught my attention the moment I read it and I yearned to read the contents therein.

Abstract

Does the abstract contain the recommended content (see Abstract, pp. 314, in Yegidis et al.)? How difficult do you think it is to summarize so much information in 150250 words? Please explain.

The abstract of this article applies an informational form of an abstract. This comes out by the fact that it communicates, in brief, the content, purpose, research method used, scope, and the findings of the study. In so doing, the abstract leaves the greatest decision to the reader as to whether or not to read the report. Based on the features of an informational abstract, the abstract contains the recommended content.

Writing an abstract can prove to be a tough exercise. Summarizing an exhaustive article content in few words, commands careful selection of words and, at the same time ensuring all the required information is captured in brief. Elements such as the purpose of the study, the problem the study intends to solve, methodology applied, findings, and implications must be tackled creatively to give the reader a reason to read the entire report. Covering all the information included in an article in 150 -250 words demands a good grasp of the articles content and the ability to articulate the intentions and purpose of the article briefly. A poor abstract communicates the incompetence of the author and lack of attention to quality.

Introduction

Why did the authors conduct this study and write this article? What was the problem of interest or concern? Be specific. Use quotes and paraphrases with citations. What audience might be interested in this study?

The author conducted the study to investigate the contribution that interpersonal violence and substance use may have towards predicting postpartum depressive symptoms. The study was inspired by the need to mitigate depression cases that have grown to be a serious concern in todays society. Exploring the experiences of depression is one way of unraveling why other occurrences occur, including domestic violence, childhood violence, and substance use. As evident from the study, the author keenly focuses on assessing the prevalence of depressive symptomatology in women. The focus spreads to how such factors as interpersonal violence and substance abuse contribute to the occurrence. The purpose of this community-based study was to determine the contribution of both interpersonal violence (past and current) and substance use (personal and partner) to the prediction of clinically significant depressive symptomatology in women (Dennis & Vigod, 2013). Healthcare institutions, physicians, women at the risk of developing depression, and the overall community may find this study interesting since it tackles one of the most pressing challenges facing society today. 

Do you feel the problem is significant enough to warrant a journal article? Did you have a so what reaction? If so, why do you think it was accepted for publication? Please justify your position.

A journal article details information regarding a specific topic by an expert in the field under study. The problem of depression, substance use, and child violence forms some of the most pressing concerns facing society, which makes them significant enough to be researched in depth. To express it differently, the problem under investigation casts light on the link between depression, domestic and childhood violence, and substance abuse, which promotes a better understanding of some of the challenging phenomena facing women in our societies today. In this connection, examining the problem can offer significant insights into the subject area and considerably affect the target audience.

To what extent does the literature presented in the introduction help you understand the problem? How does the literature reviewed put the problem in context? Be specific.

The literature presented in the article greatly helps me to understand the subject matter in several ways. First, the study expounds on my understanding of the association between childhood violence and substance abuse and the rate of postpartum depressive symptomatology. According to the literature, women who are exposed to violence are highly likely to report postpartum depression compared to those who experience none at all. Similarly, the article cites a history of interpersonal violence as a significant predictor of depression cases, especially among women in the perinatal period. However, as the literature suggests, physical discipline from a parent is the only strong predictor of postpartum depressive symptoms. Second, the literature promotes a better understanding of the link between childhood interpersonal violence and significant depressive illnesses. As the literature maintains, children exposed to violence develop long-lasting neurobiological changes that make them highly vulnerable to major depressive illnesses. In this case, the article stretches the argument that links psychological and physical parenting stress occurring during the postpartum period to increased women’s vulnerability to depressive episodes and poor puerperal transition. Lastly, the literature promotes a better understanding of why depressed persons are more likely to abuse substances compared to non-depressed ones. Depressive symptoms push one to abuse substance, a clear indication of why postpartum depressive symptoms are consistent with substance abuse, especially among women. Tackling distinct subject areas that touch on depressive cases offers significant insights that enhance the understanding of the problem under investigation.

Does the researcher indicate how this research is different from and/or similar to earlier ones reported in the literature? Summarize what this article intends to add to the knowledge base.

From the literature, the study highlights areas where the research coincides and differs from other studies conducted in a similar subject area. A longitudinal study conducted by Leung, Kung, Lam, Leung, and Ho (2002), showed a positive relationship between postpartum depression and victims of physical and sexual abuse. In their study, it was observed that those women who had experienced verbal abuse over the past year registered higher EPDS (Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale) scores compared to those who experienced none at all. The studys findings conformed to the results of Leung, Kung, Lam, Leung, and Ho (2002) linking interpersonal violence to depressive episodes. However, the studys findings appear inconsistent with a previous study done on the relationship between maternal cigarette smoking and postpartum depression. Previous studies demonstrate that cigarette smoking correlates highly with significant depression (Lindeman et al., 2000; Quattrocki, Baird, & Yurgelun-Todd, 2000). This study’s findings differ with Dennis and Vigod (2013) findings in that it does not identify any association between cigarette smoking and major depressive symptoms. However, the study shows a direct correlation between maternal substance abuse and postpartum depression. The article intends to add to the knowledge base the risks of maternal postpartum depression and the need for detecting postpartum depressive symptoms early for enhanced maternal-infant interaction.

Do the authors state their research questions and/or hypotheses? What are the hypotheses or focused research questions?

The article does not directly state the research questions, although, from the study’s analysis, the author highlights suggestive findings that might have guided their experiments. The parameters, namely, whether depressive symptomatology is linked to childhood violence, whether interpersonal violence is a predictor of major depression, and whether substance abuse is associated with depressive symptoms, can be phrased as research questions although they do not surface straightaway in the study.

Methods

What specific qualitative method is used? How does a qualitative research design correspond with the research questions? Can you determine whether the design was appropriate? To what extent can the design answer the research questions?
Elaborate.

From the study, the use of questionnaires was used as research measures. The data collection method is described clearly to allow for replication as a way to ensure the studys findings are reliable and valid. Most importantly, replication is crucial to test whether the same research would provide consistent results if it was performed again, thereby improving the chances of the studys applicability.

What were the key concepts being explored in the study? What measures or observations were used in the research? Explain why you do, or do not, think that the methods used to collect the data are described clearly enough to allow for replication. Be specific, and please elaborate.

The key concepts being investigated in the study included the prevalence of abuse (woman and child abuse), maternal substance use, and paternal substance use. The primary reasons for including these concepts were to assess the likelihood of experiencing depressive symptoms because of violence and the link between violence and substance abuse.

How was research reactivity and bias managed in the study?

Bias and reactivity in research is a common occurrence and can pose a significant risk towards the studys findings and application. The study in question did not escape the two aspects (bias and reactivity) despite managing each. The research managed bias by reactivity through viewing more data sources (as evident in numerous studies referenced). Besides, the researchers further did so by exploring additional explanations that were contextually applicable to explain conflicting findings. Participant reactivity was managed by ensuring the participants understand that their data was treated as confidential and that the information offered was done in a judgment-free manner.

Explain whether or not information was provided concerning the credibility and trustworthiness of the measures or observations. Was this information adequate? Be specific.

Even though there is no information provided on credibility and trustworthiness, the random assignment of the participants to groups and the presence of a control group affirm its credibility. Furthermore, the study also used reliable tools such as the Antenatal Psychosocial Health Assessment (ALPHA) form and the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS).

In terms of trustworthiness, the reliability, credibility, transferability, and dependability of the study affirm that the study is trustworthy. It is also carried out according to the protocols of research from participant recruitment, selection, and data collection to analysis and reporting.

What strategies were used to establish credibility?

To establish research credibility, the study utilized research published in reputable scientific journals and reported the studys findings without bias.

Was there evidence of an audit trail and/or peer consultation on the project?

There is no mention as to whether there was an audit trail or peer consultation on the project. However, for the journal article to be published in a peer-reviewed journal, there is a possibility that there was peer consultation prior to the research. Specifically, the authors in their literature review identified some gaps in research that informed the scope of their study.

Sample

How were the participants recruited or selected for the study? What sampling

strategy was used? Did the author(s) offer any justification for the sample

size? Are you satisfied with the information reported about the sample? What

questions might you have about the sample that were not addressed? Please

be sure to provide an explanation for all of your answers.

The recruitment of the participants followed a careful selection plan that required the respondents approved from the university ethics committee and study authorization in the participating health region. The studys selection criterion was women with at least 18 years and with a good understanding of the English language. A simple random sampling method was applied whereby the participants had an equal probability of being selected, provided they met all the required qualifications. However, the study does not offer any justification for the sample size taken, although one might question whether the rest of the sample not considered could have in any way influence the outcomes of the study.

Are the demographics of the participants (e.g., background characteristics such as age, race, etc.) described in sufficient detail? If so, how is the presentation of this descriptive data useful in evaluating the research? If not, please explain how that may affect the evaluation of the research.

The demographics of the participants greatly factored gender, age, and race, whereby, in this case, women with a mean age of 28.5 years and Caucasian were used. Other demographics included education, income, frequency of delivery, mode of delivery, and history of depression. The presentation of this descriptive data was paramount since they directly relate to exposure to substance use and interpersonal violence. The demographics were similarly important since they gave the study a room to focus on other likely factors (mode of delivery and frequency) that are likely to influence the studys outcomes (influence towards postpartum depression).

Was the sample reflective of the population from which it was drawn? Is representativeness important in this research? Please explain.

The sample was representative of the whole population due to the broad demographic categories utilized. A representative sample was important to allow the study to generalize the studys findings from the sample to the population. Besides, the representative sample for the study was important to avoid bias that would have otherwise mislead the findings and a consequent wrong practice, especially in the clinical setting.

Please explain any ethical concerns you may have about the sample and how
the sample was recruited.

The primary ethical sample about the sample is the confidentiality of the participants and the processes used to determine sexual abuse and other cases of humiliation. From the study, the participants were recruited through credible bodies (university ethics committee and involved health region), a situation that depicts ethical considerations during the selection exercise. The measures used during recruitment do not raise ethical concerns as proper ethical channels were followed.

Results

How were the data analyzed? (What qualitative data analysis technique was used?)

A descriptive data analysis technique is used to analyze the data. In this case, the relationship between the EPDS scores and ALPHA scores is investigated and consequently used to predict depression symptoms among the target group. The context of the study is adequately described since descriptions to support the findings are adequately availed. Here, the study several relationships are tested, including that of violence and substance abuse and likely predictors of depressive symptomatology. From the context of the study, the study corroborates its findings through thick descriptions as the participant behaviors are assessed and patterns of social relationships (substance abuse and violence) put into context to understand the depression trends.

How extensive or thick were the descriptions supporting findings? Was the context adequately described?

Entirely, the descriptions supporting the findings were extra thick or extensive. As evident in the discussion section, the researchers discussed each of the correlations in-depth, and at some point, they also used literature to support or contrast their findings.

How did the researchers corroborate their findings? For example, were triangulation, member checking, or thick descriptions used? If so, please explain how it was used. If not, explain what you would recommend to corroborate the findings.

In the context of the research, thick descriptions were used to corroborate the findings. The researcher elucidates the research processes, including the context and data collection, which ensures that the findings are of high quality. I would have recommended triangulation where the researchers use a combination of methods of data collection, like for instance, a questionnaire and a focus group or interview, to confirm the findings. Cross-validation of the research findings before making a conclusion is a valuable mechanism of cementing credibility and trustworthiness of a study.

To what degree do you find the research procedures increased the trustworthiness of the findings?

The degree at which the research procedures increased the trustworthiness of the findings is satisfactory. The research follows an appropriate research procedure from sample selection to data analysis. Again, the study references its findings with other previously done studies as a way of demonstrating consistency with the already established outcomes.

Explain how easy or difficult it was for you to understand the reporting of results. What questions do you have after reading the results section? Please elaborate.

Even though the researchers have strived to report the results in an easy to understand format, the results section leaves much to be desired. It would be challenging to convince a ready from the onset. Therefore, it would be prudent for the authors to consider using visual representations of the findings such as pie charts or graphs to depict the established relationships easily and conveniently.

Were the findings transferable, applicable, or useful for your population, setting or area of practice? What are the limits of transferability?

The findings are transferable. First off, they are consistent with previous literature that focuses on interpersonal violence among new mothers. Interpersonal violence is a ubiquitous problem that only differs in scale. The fact that the researchers pointed out that some of the independent and dependent variables make it transferable. The study helps to screen postpartum depression at the community level, everywhere and anywhere.

Do you feel the results of this study have meaning for social work practitioners or managers? Please elaborate.

Overall, the findings appear useful to the clinical practice area or social work practitioners since it provides additional insights on specific areas that can be addressed to avoid depressive episodes, especially among women.

Discussion

Explain whether or not the authors made sense of their data in the discussion section. Explain why you think the conclusions are (or are not) reasonable.

The authors made sense in their data as they focus on expressing relationships between different factors to depression. In this case, the study expounds on the findings of the study by examining other similar studies conducted to investigate the same phenomenon. Due to high consultations of other works, the conclusions arrived at are reasonable, and best communicates the objectives of the research.
Did the authors discuss the limitations of their study? Did they stay within the limitations of their findings, or did they make more of their findings than was warranted? Please elaborate.

The study similarly communicates the limitations of the study and strives to stay within the limitations of their findings. In this case, the author highlights the distinct areas the study is limited and suggests ways the study could have been promoted if the research was broader.

Did the author(s) suggest issues that future research should consider? If so, were there any surprises? Please elaborate

Future research suggestion is also made, such as exploring further interventions based on potentially modifiable risk factors that can be applied to minimize the rate of postpartum depression in women. The suggestion is expected considering most of the risk factors of postpartum depression can be reduced by improving the psychosocial aspects (alleviating violence and substance abuse).

         

References

Dennis, C. L., & Vigod, S. (2013). The relationship between postpartum depression, domestic violence, childhood violence, and substance use: Epidemiologic study of a large community sample. Violence against Women, 19(4), 503-517. DOI: 10.1177/1077801213487057

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Respond to two colleague’s post by raising questions about the value of the evidence based on the quantitative or qualitative data analysis described by the classmate. Please use the resources to support your post.

Colleague 1
In the case study entitled, Social Work Research: Measuring Group Success, a group of eight female sexual abuse and/or incest survivors were participants in a treatment group over the course of 12 weeks (Plummer, Makris, & Brocksen, 2014). The women were given a pretest and posttest administration of the Depression Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS) (Plummer, Makris, & Brocksen, 2014) and were exposed to therapeutic treatment over the course of the study. The descriptive statistics that may be used to analyze data are the pretest summed scores of all participants that show symptoms they are experiencing, such as: depression 210, anxiety 138, and stress 190; and the posttest summed scores of: depression 45, anxiety 45, and stress 61. Rather than using each participants score, the sum of each category provides a simplified descriptive context for data analysis (Plummer, Makris, & Brocksen, 2014; Trochim, 2020). Inferential statistics may be applied by comparing the differences between the pretest and posttest scores, and making an inference as to the relationships.

            In practice, utilizing descriptive statistics can give researchers and social workers an idea of what the data is showing, whereas inferential statistics attempt to go beyond what the data show by making inferences about general conditions (Trochim, 2020). In the above study, a social worker may find the cumulative scores more manageable and they provide a glimpse of what is going on with the participants. By comparing both data sets, it may be inferred that the treatment process may have had a substantial impact on the participants reported symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stressso long as they are not simply the result of sampling error (Yegidis, Weinbach, & Myers, 2018). In understanding these relationships and applying them to future practice as a social worker, the provision of services may be more effective.

References

Plummer, S.-B., Makris, S., & Brocksen S. M. (Eds.). (2014). Social work case studies: Foundation year.

            Baltimore, MD: Laureate International Universities Publishing. [Vital Source e-reader]

Trochim, W. M. (2020). Descriptive statistics. Retrieved January 22, 2020, from 

            https://socialresearchmethods.net/kb/descriptive-statistics/

Yegidis, B. L., Weinbach, R. W., & Myers, L. L. (2018). Research methods for social workers (8th ed.).

            New York, NY: Pearson.

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Colleague  2
The case study evaluated a 12-week psychoeducational support group for survivors of trauma consisting of eight women (five of whom identified as Caucasian and three of whom were Hispanic in origin) who had a history of sexual abuse and/or incest (Plummer, 2014). I would utilize descriptive statistics to describe and measure the data collected from the support group. I would evaluate the range and frequency occurring within the data collected from analyzing every aspect of the survivors participating in the support group. Descriptive statistics allows you to understand the specific set of observations (Frost, 2018). With descriptive statistics, there is no uncertainty because you are describing only the people or items that you actually measure (Frost, 2018).  Youre not trying to infer properties about a larger population (Frost, 2018). This procedure allows us to gain more insights and visualize the data (Frost, 2018). As social workers you encounter various situations, working in the field evaluating findings using descriptive statistics can be very helpful in terms of educating yourself with a concise outline of data collected. This approach is easier to interpret and visualize.

Reference

Frost, J. (2018). Difference between Descriptive and Inferential Statistics. Retrieved from

                https://statisticsbyjim.com/basics/descriptive-inferential-statistics/

Plummer, S.-B., Makris, S., & Brocksen S. M. (Eds.). (2014). Social work case studies: Foundation year.

Baltimore, MD: Laureate International Universities Publishing. [Vital Source e-reader].

Social Work Research: Measuring Group Success