Explain why each of the techniques used was or was not appropriate for this session, from an Interpersonal Psychotherapy approach’s perspective.

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To prepare for this Project Assignment:

Jennie, a first year practicum student, was off to a good start with her client, Sue. However, at their session, Sue entered in true crisis. “I have breast cancer!” she cried. “My doctor says I have breast cancer!” With undisguised anguish, she went right to her biggest fear: “My girls may not have a mother to help them grow up!” Taken aback by the intensity of this raw emotion, Jennie didn’t know what know what to do at first. Thinking of what she could say, Jennie jumped in and began doing what she had always done best: getting the facts, making plans, and solving problems: “Have you got a second opinion? Have they talked to you about your treatment options yet? They can do much more now than they used to chemo has become so much more effective…”

The next day, in supervision Jennies supervisor tried to help Jennie see that she had moved right into problem-solving and reassuring mode without responding directly to Sue’s profound fear. The supervisor commented, “Such bid feelings, Jennie, such vulnerability. It sounds like you wanted to help Sue figure out what to do. Instead, what do you think would have happened if you had just tried to stay with her feelings longer?” Jennie was rather quiet, and vaguely suggested that she wasn’t sure how to do that. Her supervisor tried to be more specific: “I’m thinking of several ways you might be able to do that in the future- like expressing more directly your own compassion or concern for her. Or perhaps helping her clarify or name her feelings that seem so overwhelming, or maybe just affirming how frightening all of this is right now? I think the sequence is important her. If you respond to her feelings first with this type of understanding or empathy, I think that then she could better use your suggestions about what to do.”

As their discussion unfolded, however, Jennie disagreed and said, “The client wasn’t ready to go that deep yet—we haven’t been working together long enough to push her into feelings like that.” Jennie looked puzzled as the supervisor replied, “But you weren’t ‘pushing’ her to ‘do deeper’ than she wanted. Sue initiated this—she bought these feelings to you.”

It was too new and too much for Jennie to absorb now, but, by the end of her practicum year, Jennie had become at better at letting her clients feel what they were feeling. 

Review the above client, and consider the case of Jennie, a first-year practicum student, and her client, Sue. (

As you review this case study, consider the various techniques used throughout the therapy session demonstrated.  Consider the appropriateness of the technique exampled in this case study, as it relates to the Interpersonal Psychotherapy approach, and how you might view the therapist effectiveness with this particular client, from an Interpersonal Psychotherapy approach to treatment. Also, consider any implications for social change that may be related to the client’s treatment.

To complete this Assignment:

Based on your review of the case of Jennie, a first-year practicum student and her client, Sue, write a 3- to 5-page paper (not including title page and reference page), and include the following:

Identify and summarize the Interpersonal Psychotherapy approach, and identify, if any, techniques used throughout the therapy session indicative of the Interpersonal Psychotherapy approach.

Explain why each of the techniques used was or was not appropriate for this session, from an Interpersonal Psychotherapy approach’s perspective. Justify your explanation. Note: Be sure to include any implications for social change that may be related to the client’s treatment.

Explain what other techniques might have been more appropriate in this instance. Justify your explanation.

Use Learning Resources to support your conclusions. Use proper APA format and citations.

Describe the basic functioning of a neuron beginning with receiving signals from other neurons or sense organs and ending with the transmission of a signal to another neuron. Explain how a pattern of neuron firing is related to behavior.

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The Midterm Essay Examination will cover the material we have studied in Modules 1 – 4. You will need to answer four essay questions, each question requires a three to five paragraph (250 – 500 word) answer. Each answer should be clearly labeled with the question number and a copy of the question. Your answers need to be supported with information from the textbook or other appropriate sources. Do NOT use wikipedia or other encyclopedias, dictionaries or online sources such as Ask.com.

  1. Describe the basic functioning of a neuron beginning with receiving signals from other neurons or sense organs and ending with the transmission of a signal to another neuron. Explain how a pattern of neuron firing is related to behavior.
  2. Describe one personality trait that you believe to be highly heritable (mostly a product of genetics) and another trait that seems to be much less so. Provide reasons for your answer, and explain why you would expect genetics to exert a much greater impact on some personality traits than on others.
  3. You have been hired by a large public school system to construct a musical aptitude test. Describe what itmeans to standardize a test and the methods you would use to assess its reliability and validity. Explain why it might be more difficult to develop a valid musical aptitude test than a reliable one.
  4. Ray was assigned to barracks in a very old building with old plumbing. While showering for the first time, he heard the toilet flush and then, a few second later, was scalded when the water suddenly became much hotter. He screamed in pain. The next time he took a shower, when he heard the toilet flush, he immediately jumped out of the stream of water and screamed before the water became hotter. Name and describe the process of learning that took place. Be sure to use the correct terminology associated with all of the components involved in the process. For example, originally the sound of the toilet flushing was a (an)____________ and it later became a (an) __________ because of the process of learning.
  5. Mr. and Mrs. McDonald believe in the importance of stern discipline; they impose strict rules which they expect their children to obey without question. They penalize misbehavior harshly, frequently with a spanking. Mr. and Mrs. Mendoza instead use milder forms of punishment to enforce their rules. They also have regular family meetings in which their children help them to establish household rules and penalties for breaking them. What is the name of each of these two approaches to parenting and what do you see as the advantages and disadvantages of each. Explain the reasons for your answer.
  6. When your friend hears that you are taking a psychology course, she asserts that psychology is simply common sense. Explain why common sense is not the best way to understand human behavior. Describe the methods of science and explain why they are superior to common sense in understanding human behavior.

  How are APA Ethical Standards 2.01f, 3.06, 4.04, 4.05, 5.01, 9.01a and 9.06 relevant to this case? Which other standards might apply?

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At this stage of the course, you should have a better understanding of how group therapy works, why it works, and what makes for an effective therapy group. To be an effective group therapy leader, you need to understand the complexities of group therapy and have the vision to see how you want your group to progress. As the therapy group’s leader, it is important to be present in your group, but also to be one step ahead.

For this Assignment, review this week’s media titled “Understanding Group Psychotherapy – Outpatients (parts 1 and 2).”  Consider how the video confirms or disconfirms your assumptions. In addition, think about how you might modify your assumptions based on what you saw in the video. Finally, consider what insights you had or conclusions you drew about group therapy.

The Assignment (4 pagesONLY…DOES NOT INCLUDE TITLE AND REFERENCES)

  • Based upon the film, create a descriptive narrative explaining how the video confirms or disconfirms your assumptions about group therapy
  • Explain any changes you might make to your assumptions about group therapy based on the video
  • Explain any insights you had or conclusions you drew based on your review of the videoRespond to the following questions 300 Words for each question

     

    1.     Why is this an ethical dilemma? Which APA Ethical Principles help frame the nature of the dilemma?

     

    2.     How might Dr. Romaro’s ambivalence toward the death penalty influence his decision to offer a forensic diagnosis of intellectual disability? How might John’s “confession” or his comment about the “boy waiting for the bus” influence the decision? To what extent should these factors play a role in Dr. Romaro’s report?

     

    3.     How are APA Ethical Standards 2.01f, 3.06, 4.04, 4.05, 5.01, 9.01a and 9.06 relevant to this case? Which other standards might apply?

     

     

    4.     What steps should Dr. Romaro take to ethically implement his decision and monitor its effect?

     

    The case study is attached

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. Describe the practice and the evidence supporting it. Explain why you think this intervention is appropriate for Jake.

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Discussion: Generating Support for Evidence-Based Practices

When treating clients, social workers must ensure that the evidence-based practice is appropriate for the client and the problem. Then, the social worker must get the client and other stakeholders to support the selected evidence-based practice. To earn that support, the social worker should present the client and stakeholders with a plan for implementation and evidence of the evidence-based practice efficacy and appropriateness. Social workers must demonstrate that they have carefully considered the steps necessary to implement the evidence-based practice, identified factors in the current environment that support implementation of the evidence-based practice, and addressed those factors that may hinder the successful implementation.

For this week’s Discussion, you will take on the role of the social worker in the Levy case study. You will choose an evidence-based practice and attempt to gain the support of both the client and supervisor. To do so, you will address its efficacy, appropriateness, and factors that may impact implementation of the evidence-based practice that you chose.

To prepare for this Discussion, review Levy Episode 2. Then using the registries provided in this week’s resources and the Walden Library, locate an evidence-based practice that you believe would be appropriate for Jake’s case. Then, review the Evidence-Based Practice kit for Family Psycho Education from the SAMHSA website from the resources. Note all the steps and considerations involved in implementing the evidence-based practice and which of these considerations apply to this case. Consider issues such as agency support, resources, and costs that might support or limit the application of the evidence-based intervention that you select.

By Day 3

Post an evaluation of the evidence-based practice that you selected for Jake. Describe the practice and the evidence supporting it. Explain why you think this intervention is appropriate for Jake. Then provide an explanation for the supervisor regarding issues related to implementation. Identify two factors that you believe are necessary for successful implementation of the evidence-based practice and explain why. Then, identify two factors that you believe may hinder implementation and explain how you might mitigate these factors. Be sure to include APA citations and references.