•Identify one ethical standard from the NASW Code of Ethics that would apply to the client you described.  •Explain how the theory is consistent with the work you did with the client and the ethical standard.

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Discussion: Values Underlying Theory and the NASW Code of Ethics

Every profession has a code of ethics that guides professional behavior. In social work, the NASW Code of Ethics guides the behavior and decision-making practices of social workers. It is important that the theories social workers select in working with clients align or are consistent, with the values and ethical principles identified in the NASW Code of Ethics.  In this Discussion, you align ethics and theory in relation to practice.  To prepare: Review the National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics listed in the Learning Resources.

Post: •Select feminist theory or empowerment theory. Summarize the underlying principles and values of the theory in 3 to 4 brief sentences.

•Analyze the extent to which the underlying principles and values of the theory are consistent with the NASW Code of Ethics in 3 to 4 brief sentences.

•Briefly describe a client from your fieldwork experience and their presenting problem in 2 to 3 sentences using the theory you selected.

•Identify one ethical standard from the NASW Code of Ethics that would apply to the client you described.

•Explain how the theory is consistent with the work you did with the client and the ethical standard.

Refer to the “Social and Cultural Diversity Paper Writing Instructions” for a detailed explanation of the requirements for the Social and Cultural Diversity Paper that you will be developing throughout the course.

You should have been working on the draft of this paper since you developed the outline early in the course.

For this assignment, complete the first draft of the paper (1,750-2,000 words), structured in three parts, in which you address the content criteria provided in “Social and Cultural Diversity Paper Writing Instructions.”

The paper must include 10 scholarly references in addition to the textbook. More references may be used if necessary.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

DESCRIBE OBLIGATION YOU MAY HAVE TO A) THE CLIENT B) COLLEAGUES C) OTHER PROFESSIONALS D) SOCIETY

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A colleague of yours, Dr. Solomon, contacts you for advice regarding a new client she has just seen. The client, Mr. Don Tellanyone, is a 47-year-old man who is seeking services for depression. During the initial phone contact, he asked repeatedly about privacy and wanted assurances that information discussed in session was confidential. The patient repeated this line of questioning during the first face-to-face session.

As the session progressed, he revealed that the source of his depression was the death of his mother one year ago. His mother had suffered from a combination of severe respiratory problems and Alzheimer’s. Mr. Tellanyone had been caring for her and his father in his home for 6 years prior to her death.  During the last two years, she required total care. He revealed that she had been suffering greatly and, out of compassion for her, he gave her an excess dose of her sleeping and pain pills. Medical personnel never questioned the death as the woman had been quite sick and “It was only a matter of time.”

Mr. Tellanyone goes on to explain that he is now caring for his father in similar circumstances, although there is no dementia. His father has declined rapidly since the death of his wife and now requires total care. Mr. Tellanyone reveals that recently he had a conversation with his father in which the father commented how peaceful his wife’s death was and how he hoped for a similar passing.

Mr. Tellanyone is feeling quite guilty about his mother.  Simultaneously, he strongly believes he made the right decision. He would like help to work through the issues. He is also very concerned about confidentiality and wants assurances from Dr. Solomon.

Dr. Solomon, feeling uncomfortable with the situation, contacts you for a consultation about the potential ethical issues for this case.

  1. DESCRIBE ANY POSSIBLE LEGAL ISSUES INVOLVED HERE?
  2. WHAT ARE THE ETHICAL ISSUES FOR THE SCENARIO?
  3. DESCRIBE OBLIGATION YOU MAY HAVE TO A) THE CLIENT B) COLLEAGUES C) OTHER PROFESSIONALS D) SOCIETY
  4. CAN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING ETHICAL PRINCIPLES PROVIDE GUIDANCE IN FORMULATING AN OPINION? HOW?  A)AUTONOMY B) NONMALEFICENCE C) BENEFICENCE D) JUSTICE E) FIDELITY
  5. WHAT POTENTIAL ETHICAL ISSUES IN THIS CASE?
  6. WHAT WOULD YOU ADVISE?
  7. DESCRIBE YOUR COURSE OF ACTION AND EXPLAIN YOUR RATIONALE FOR CHOOSING THIS COURSE?

Question2)At some point in your life you may think you need therapy. At some point in your life you may think a co-worker or a family member needs therapy.

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We begin our discussion exploring the hypothesis that disorders are as or more prevalent than in earlier periods. Mood disorders are disturbances of affect (emotion). In major depressive disorder, individuals experience a long lasting depressed mood that interferes with their ability to function, feel pleasure or maintain interest in life. The feelings have no apparent cause, and the individual may lose contact with reality (psychosis). In bipolar disorder, episodes of mania and depression alternate with normal periods. During the manic episode, the person is overly excited, his or her speech and thinking are rapid, and poor judgement is common. The person also may experience delusions of grandeur and act impulsively.

Question 1) Despite the best efforts of psychologists, psychiatrists, and medical researchers, psychological disorders appear to be as prevalent today as they ever were—if not more so. What might be the cause of this phenomenon? Inadequate genetic makeup? Inadequate parenting? Inadequate social structures? What is different in our culture today than in previous generations? Please provide support for your opinion.
Some of Hollywood’s most popular and influential films are steeped in depicting the plight of the mentally ill and their treatment. Now, consider how people with mental illness are generally portrayed in the movies… They are either cruel, sociopathic criminals (Anthony Hopkins in Silence of the Lambs) or helpless, innocent victims (Jack Nicholson in One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest and Angelina Jolie in Changeling). Likewise popular films about mental illness often feature mad doctors, heartless nurses, and brutal treatment methods. Although these portrayals may boost movie ticket sales, they also perpetuate harmful stereotypes.

Question2)At some point in your life you may think you need therapy. At some point in your life you may think a co-worker or a family member needs therapy. Should you find yourself in that situation, which type of therapy would you recommend for another person or yourself: psychoanalysis, cognitive, humanistic, group, behavioral, or biomedical (medication and/or surgery)? Why? (If you would recommend no treatment for yourself or a coworker, please explain your rationale for doing that.)

.How would a Milan-style therapist approach the current presenting problem? Identify and describe two interventions that would be used and why. 

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Read “Topic 5: Vargas Family Case Study.” Write a 750-1,000-word paper in which you demonstrate how therapists apply Strategic Family Therapy theories to analyze the presenting problems and choose appropriate interventions.

Be sure to answer the following questions in your paper:

1.How would Jay Haley or Chloe Madanes approach the current presenting problem? Identify and describe two interventions that he/she may use and why.

2.How would an MRI-style therapist approach the current presenting problem? Identify and describe two interventions that would be used and why.

3.How would a Milan-style therapist approach the current presenting problem? Identify and describe two interventions that would be used and why.

4.How would Milton Erickson approach the current presenting problem? Identify and describe two interventions that he may use and why.

Cite at least three academic sources (peer-reviewed journal articles, books, etc.).  Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.  This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.  You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.