1. What are the 3 main challenges to studying abnormal psychology that we discussed in class? List the 3 challenges and describe why they are important to consider. (4 points) Avoiding stigma‚ objectivity‚ and preconceived notions 2. What are 4 criteria used to define abnormal behavior? Define each criterion and give an example. (4 points) 4 D’s Dysfunction Distress Disability Deviance 3. Describe the diathesis stress model. Give an example of a diathesis and a stress and how they
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Summarizing and contrasting two Explanatory Theories Social workers apply theories according to how they understand people in the context of their unique circumstances‚ besides theories in social work are fundamental as they guide and explain social work practices. This essay will attempt to summarize psychodynamic and systems theories‚ highlighting similarities and differences and contrasting the application of the two explanatory theories and a practice theory to the case scenario of Mary &
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Abstract Countertransference is how therapists distort the way they perceive and react to a client (Corey‚ Corey‚ and Callanan‚ 2011). Therapists are expected to identify and deal with their own reactions with consultation‚ personal therapy‚ and supervision that their clients will not be negatively affected by the therapist’s problem. Personal therapy is an effective way for therapists to raise their awareness of probable areas of countertransference. A therapist’s countertransference can brighten
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therapy. Northvale‚ NI: Jason Aronson Shafransky‚ E. P.‚ & Gorsuch‚ R. L. (1984). Factors associated with perception of spirituality in psychotherapy. The Journal of Transpersonal Psychology‚ 16‚ 231-241. Shiedler‚ M Spero‚ M. H. (1981). Countertransference in religious therapists of religious patients
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Psychoanalytic therapy The Basic Philosophies Human beings are basically determined by psychic energy and by early experiences. Unconscious motives and conflicts are cen-tral in present behavior. Irrational forces are strong; the person is driven by sexual and aggressive impulses. Early development is of critical importance because later personality problems have their roots in repressed childhood conflicts. Adlerian therapy Humans are motivated by social interest‚ by striving toward goals‚
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Observations of appearance and behavior J. is of a normal weight and height for her age‚ she is 5’3 for 130lbs. Since she checked in‚ J. is not wearing any type of make up. Her hair is clean; she had died it in the past in a red tone. She does not blow dry it. J. has long artificial nails that she likes to play with during session having them click together. Her nail polish is well taken care of. As per the Women’s Home policy‚ J. is wearing business casual outfits. Her outfit is neat and free of
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ADLERIAN Limitations and Criticisms of the Adlerian Theory Adler chose to teach and practice over getting organized and presenting a well- defined systematic theory‚ making his written presentations difficult to follow. More research needed to support the effectiveness of the theory. Limited use for clients seeking immediate solutions to their problems and unwilling to explore childhood experiences‚ early memories‚ and dreams. One of its strengths is that it is a therapy for everyone in the
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The Holding Environment By David Wasdell A critical analysis of D.W. Winnicott’s papers in ‘The Maturational Processes and the Facilitating Environment’‚ with particular attention to Winnicott’s thesis that anxiety originates in the breakdown of the post-natal holding environment. Produced By: Meridian Programme‚ Meridian House‚ 115 Poplar High Street‚ London E14 0AE‚ Hosted By: Unit for Research into Changing Institutions (URCHIN)‚ charity reg. no. 284542 Web-site: www.meridian
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SOWK 543 Assignment #1: Engagement Strategy REDO Katie Kuyama SOWK 543 10/6/14 Professor Mishael Assignment #1: Engaging Strategy Introduction This paper will focus on constructing a strategy to engage and build rapport with a particular client on the provided vignette. The task is to navigate through obstacles that may arise that are unique to his characteristics including lack of information and limited research. To overcome these barriers
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My Personal Theory of Counseling Kristen Bellows University of Texas at San Antonio My Personal Theory of Counseling Perhaps nothing is as significant to the success of the therapeutic process and nothing represents the foundation of successful therapy more than one’s personal theory of counseling. All individuals in all aspects of life work from some belief system‚ perspective‚ or model of how the world works‚ how things are‚ and how things interact. Developing a deep understanding
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