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Reply to the following response with 200 words minimum.  (please make response as if having a conversation, respond directly to some of the statements in below post.)

 

 

I chose the “Hijacked Brain” to look at alcoholism

     The dictionary defines a disease as a disordered or incorrectly functioning part or structure of the body resulting from the effect of genetic or developmental imbalances (Oxford Dictionary). The same dictionary defines addiction as a state of enslavement to a habit or practice or to something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming, as narcotics, to such an extent that its cessation causes severe trauma (Oxford Dictionary). In my opinion and according to definition(s), alcoholism is both an addiction and a disease process.  The addiction process becomes evident when an individual cannot control the amount or how often they drink, and when they do not drink they become ill. People drink to socialize and celebrate all the time, but many individual do not know when they have had enough while others can have 1 or 2 and say that’s enough.  So the question is what separates these individuals? Is it just self-control or does it go much deeper than that?

     I believe that no one is born an addict, unless the mother was using drugs while pregnant which passed that addiction to the fetus, but the pleasure centers in the brain work differently for individuals that are prone to addiction, making that individual more vulnerable to losing control. I am not saying that everyone who is “wired” differently will become an alcoholic or an addict, just that they have a much higher risk of becoming one.  Research reveals that it stems from these abnormalities in brain functioning that leads to irrational behavior, and therefore alcoholism should be categorized as a disease rather than an addiction. This abnormality can be a trigger for many abnormal behaviors such as a gambling addiction, obsessive compulsive disorders, etc. The addiction and disease process that follows stems from what the trigger is. Maybe gambling activates this “feel good center” or maybe they have an uncontrollable need that they must wash their hands or some other ritual that satisfies this uncontrollable need.  For instance, many individuals realize that they are drinking too much, or that is causing problems at home, and may even be affecting their employment, but can’t seem to control the drinking, regardless of the consequences. As with many other drugs,a tolerance is built up to alcohol and more and more is required to achieve the same effect. The increased amount of alcohol consumed then causes a dependency (just like with narcotics) that must be maintained or the person gets very ill from withdrawal. It seems to have a domino effect in a way in that the first drink triggers something that is very pleasurable in the brain and once this is triggered, consumption continues until dependency occurs. A direct quote from our assignment “The Hijacked Brain” reveals “It’s a disease because it’s a result, actually, of drugs changing the brain in fundamental and long-lasting ways. And it’s a chronic, relapsing disease because typically — sadly, but typically — people don’t have only one episode of addiction, they have repeat episodes. Addiction is not a voluntary circumstance. It’s not a voluntary behavior. It’s not just a lot of drug use. It’s actually a different state”(Leshner, 1998).

     Furthermore, since many professionals do not recognize alcoholism as a disease, treatment is extremely hard to be effective.  There are medications like Antabuse that will make the individual very sick if the drink, but just because this form of deterrent is prescribed, does not mean that the individual will take the medication. In my opinion, there is truly no treatment for alcoholism other than total abstinence from any alcoholic substance.  Although it is a fact that the initial decision to take the first drink lies directly on the individual, it is the rapid effect that follows that causes alcoholism. Because alcohol is legal, many just this process as a social problem of those that are weak and have no control.  In my opinion, this is not the case. I believe that addiction is a disease and since alcohol is an addiction that wreaks havoc on an individual and their family members it should also be classified as a disease process. My question to the class is if you classify alcoholism as a disease then do you also remove the personal responsibility from the individual since they are “sick” and cannot control them self?

“Addiction” Dictionary Definition.  Retrieved from  http://www.dictionary.com/browse/addiction.  Web.

“Disease” Dictionary Definition.  Retrieved from http://www.dictionary.com/browse/disease. Web

 

Moyer, B. “The Hijacked Brain” (1998).  Retrieved from http://billmoyers.com/content/hijacked-brain/.  

LASA 1—Diagnosis for Substance Use Disorder with Co-occurring Disorder

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LASA 1—Diagnosis for Substance Use Disorder with Co-occurring Disorder

In your professional capacity as a substance abuse counselor, you are not permitted to give diagnoses for mental disorders other than those related to substance abuse. However, you will likely be exposed to clients with mental health disorders in the assessment or treatment process. The competent substance abuse evaluator will be able to identify clients who present mental health disorders and make the appropriate referrals. Providing appropriate referrals for clients is common in the substance abuse field.

In M1: Assignment 3, you developed a case history for a person with an addiction. In this assignment, you will develop a case history and include one mental disorder. The inclusion of a mental disorder in your case study will aid in the examination of co-occurring disorders. You will then present your diagnosis and referrals.

This assignment has two parts. Complete both parts.

Part I

Create a case history for a person with an addiction and a mental disorder. Do not include identifying information. Include the following elements in your case history:

  • Demographics—including age, gender, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, marital status, number and ages of children, living arrangements, and religion if applicable
  • Presenting problem
  • Previous psychiatric treatment of patient
  • Previous chemical treatment of patient
  • Chemical history
  • Medical history—including disabilities if applicable
  • Work and education history
  • Legal or financial concerns
  • Family background
  • Concerned person involvement
  • Referral source

Part II

Analyze the case history and present your diagnosis as related to substance use disorders. Include the following in your diagnosis:

  • Summarize key case study elements you would use to formulate a diagnosis and guide your treatment plan.
  • Identify at least two assessment tools that you would use to formulate a diagnosis. Justify why you have selected these tools.
  • State your diagnosis related to substance use disorders. Justify your reasons for your diagnosis.
  • Identify other concerns and offer recommendations and referral opportunities. Justify your reasons and explanations.

Write a 3–4-page report in Word format. Apply APA standards to citation of sources. 

 

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Group polarization can be defined as the process that can occur after group interaction, when an initial group attitude (e.g., “Our company is the best at providing Service B in this community”) becomes more extreme (e.g., “Our company is the best at providing Service B in this entire region”). Group polarization may be particularly likely when the issue at hand is deemed particularly “important” (Crisp & Turner, 2007, p. 169).

Groupthink is considered a more extreme version of group polarization and refers to decreased flexibility in group processing and can, in turn, lead to decreases in group productivity. This has never been more evident than in the space shuttle Challenger disaster in 1986, when Challenger exploded in mid-flight. In this case, evidence suggests that groupthink played a major role in this event.

For this Discussion, review this week’s Learning Resources. Pay particular attention to the impact of groupthink and group polarization. In addition, using the Walden Library, research alternatives to groupthink and group polarization and select an article that discusses an alternative.

With these thoughts in mind:

Post by Day 4 a description of a situation in which you experienced or observed negative consequences resulting from groupthink or group polarization. Then describe two consequences as a result of groupthink or group polarization in your example. Finally, using an article from the current literature, explain how one alternative to groupthink or group polarization could have been used in that situation.

Be sure to support your postings and responses with specific references to the Learning Resources.

Read a selection of your colleagues’ postings.

Respond by Day 7 to your colleagues’ postings in one or more of the following ways:

  • Ask a probing question.
  • Share an insight from having read your colleague’s posting.
  • Offer and support an opinion.
  • Validate an idea with your own experience.
  • Make a suggestion.
  • Expand on your colleague’s posting.

Return to this Discussion in a few days to read the responses to your initial posting. Note what you have learned and/or any insights you have gained as a result of the comments your colleagues made.

Click on the Reply button below to reveal the textbox for entering your message. Then click on the Submit button to post your message.

Reference:

Crisp, R. J., & Turner, R. N. (2010). Essential social psychology (2nd ed.). Los Angeles, CA: Sage.

BE SURE TO READ THE DISCUSSION BOARD GUIDELINES IN THE ANNOUNCEMENT SECTION OF THE COURSE.

 

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Both environmental and genetic influences impact fetal development. Some substances (e.g., folic acid, hormones, etc.) have the biggest influence at sensitive periods during gestation. Early in gestation, when neurological development is at its peak, folic acid is most important. Hormones, such as androgen and estrogen, are necessary for external genital differentiation between 9 and 12 weeks of gestation. Prenatal alcohol exposure, however, can impact fetal growth at any time during gestation. On the other hand, environmental influences such as maternal genetics, nutrition, health, and immunization can have a positive impact on fetal development, mitigating the impact of substances and other negative influences. In addition to environmental influences, you must also consider the impact of genetic influences. Genes determine not only an individual’s physical features at birth—they also contribute to hormonal processes throughout the lifespan. The interaction of environmental influences and genetic influences impacts the development of a fetus.

For this Discussion, you will examine environmental and genetic influences on fetal development.

To prepare for this Discussion:

  • Select one genetic influence and one environmental influence on fetal development and think about how these influences might impact each other.

By Day 4

Post a brief description of the genetic influence and the environmental influence you selected. Then, explain how the environmental influence might positively or negatively affect the development of a fetus with the genetic influence you selected. Be specific and provide examples. Use your Learning Resources to support your post. Use proper APA format and citations.

By Day 6

Respond to at least one of your colleagues’ posts and include an additional influence (genetic or environmental) that could interact with one of the influences identified by your colleague. Use your Learning Resources and other scholarly sources to support your post.

Return to this Discussion in a few days to read the responses to your initial posting and answer any questions. Note what you have learned and/or any insights that you have gained as a result of your colleagues’ comments.

Click on the Reply button below to reveal the textbox for entering your message. Then click on the Submit button to post your message.

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ASSIGNED TO MADAM PROFESSOR

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description write as discussed Chose subject  Make the posting price as $3 Save I will change to agreed price 25     The disorder I have chosen  bipolar with psychotic features

 

Assignment 2: Course Project Part I: Interview and Background Research

Refer to the Course Project Overview in Course Home. Early in the course, you have selected a specific disorder. Research it using your textbook and Argosy University online library resources. A minimum of 5 sources in addition to your textbook should be used. At least three of those sources should be peer-reviewed journal articles. The remaining 2 sources may be books, journal articles, or reputable web sites (like those from professional organizations or governmental agencies, not Wikipedia or similar sites).   

Review the rubric, as it provides detailed instructions on how best to succeed on this assignment. In the rubric, you will find that you need to address the following in a paper:

  • Description of the selected disorder (Identify the DSM diagnostic category for the disorder and distinguish between diagnostic and commonly used terminology.)
  • Causative factors of the disorder
  • Diagnosis of the disorder
  • Treatment of the disorder
  • Survey of current research on the disorder

Write a 4–5-page paper in Word format. Remember to use the rubric as you write your paper. Apply APA standards to citation of sources, and include an APA style  title/cover page and reference page. Use the following file naming convention: LastnameFirstInitial_M3_A2.doc.

By Wednesday, June 21, 2017, deliver your assignment to the M3: Assignment 2 Dropbox.

Working ahead Using the feedback provided to you by your peers and instructors, finalize your interview questions and conduct the interview with a mental health professional in preparation for the paper due in Module 5.

Assignment 2 Grading Criteria
Maximum Points
Description of selected disorder.
20
Causative factors of the disorder
32
Diagnosis of the disorder
32
Treatment of the disorder
36
Survey of current research on the disorder
36

Organization (12 points): Introduction, Thesis, Transitions, Conclusion

Usage and Mechanics (12 points): Grammar, Spelling, Sentence Structure

APA Elements (16 points): Attribution, Paraphrasing, Quotations

Style (4 points): Audience, Word Choice
44
Total:
200

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Read the section titled “Dreams – A Separate Reality?” on pages 177 – 179 in your text.  This section discusses theories on dreams, the history of dream interpretation, the most common characteristics of dreams, and the meaning of dreams.

Check out these websites:

Dream Moods

The Dreams Foundation

The Meaning of Your Dreams

The Biology of Dreaming

Sleep and Dreams – Neurology and Biology

 

 

For this week’s Journal entry, answer the following questions. Be sure to include factual, properly cited information in your post.

 

Write about a dream that really made an impact on you.  It can be a recurring dream, a scary dream, a happy dream, or an especially vivid dream.  What do these websites say about the interpretation of your dream?  Do you feel these interpretations are accurate?  What do you think is the meaning behind this dream? 

 

Directions:

1.  Write at least 200 words about this topic.  Post your word count at the end of your journal.

2.  Make sure to cite a source in your journal article using APA style.  The source may be your text or any other source you research.

 

Equilibrium in Natural System

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See Resources attached for information on topic. A minumum of 350 words with references.

When pressures and temperatures become unbalanced in Earth’s atmosphere, it can produce some dramatic effects as the system tries to rebalance itself, or re-equilibrate (reach equilibrium). Many of these changes are things that are witnessed every day on a small scale in the form of weather, such as wind, rain, snow, fog, etc.

Sometimes, however, Earth’s atmosphere experiences very large imbalances which can cause massive and very disruptive change. The extreme weather events of 2011 are good examples of extreme changes in pressure and temperature that required re-balancing (equilibration). Not only did they have environmental impacts, but also disastrous consequences for the hundreds and thousands of people in their wake.

Review the Discussion resources

http://extmedia.kaplan.edu/genEd/SC200/1605A/SC200_U5_Discussion_Resources.pdf

Then, during the week, discuss with your classmates:

  1. What kinds of natural imbalances might affect your region? What makes your region particularly vulnerable to these imbalances?
  2. Provide a specific example of a weather incident/natural disaster that occurred in your area in the past and discuss how the incident was handled by local residents and town/state officials.
  3. What can people in your area do to prepare for a similar incident? (Consider what can be done prior to, during, and after the disaster. Be sure to include specific details using information from the CDC and/or FEMA).
  4. Compare your area to that of a classmate. What environmental features do you have in common to produce similar natural disasters OR what features vary, leading to completely different disasters? Would rescue efforts differ as well?
  5. What predictions are being made for how climate change will impact either the frequency or intensity of future natural disasters in your area? (Hint: refer to the extreme weather and hurricane resources provided above to find information to support your ideas).

COMPARING THREE THEORIES

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IF I DO NOT GET A GOOD GRADE I WILL EXPEXT A REFUND!!!
 
Comparing Three Theories

For this week’s discussion you will consider the scenario below and respond in detail to each of the questions below. Here is the scenario you will use:

Roberta has come to counseling because she is contemplating a divorce from her husband of 12 years. She has been unhappy in her marriage for several years and doesn’t think that she and her husband can rekindle the interest necessary in their relationship to make it work. To complicate the situation, she has been seeing a married co-worker for several months on the sly and is sexually involved. Roberta thinks she loves the man she is having an affair with and would like to marry him. Though he wants to continue seeing her he has made it clear that he is unwilling to end his marriage or break up his family to be with her. Roberta and her husband have three young children and she knows a divorce would be crushing to the children. She’s come to you for counseling to sort through these issues.

1. In your opinion, which of the following counseling theories would you prefer to use to try and help her: Person-centered, Gestalt or Reality? Choose only one and explain your reasoning in detail.

2. Using your chosen theory from question 1, would you go about helping her sort through her confusion? Be sure to bring in concepts from your chosen counseling theory to show how you would specifically work with her.

3. Roberta is looking for answers to questions she feels unable to answer herself because she is so emotionally involved. After she tells you her story she asks you to give your perspective and advice on what she should do. How would you respond to this request? What potential problems might arise if you do give her direct advice? What potential problems might arise if you don’t give your perspective? Be specific and detailed in your response.  What would your chosen counseling theory have to say about giving direct advice?

4. At the end of the session, Roberta is very distraught and asks if you would be available to meet her for coffee later that day to continue the conversation in a more casual environment. Under what circumstances might this be appropriate, if at all? What potential conflicts might this create? Be specific and draw upon information from your text and lecture materials to support your points. 

 

2nd Response to discussion-Comparing Three Theories

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(J Saunder) In my opinion, the best counseling theory that would help Roberta is the person- centered theory. Person- centered therapy is a more comfortable setting for Roberta and her husband to try and rekindle their marriage.  This is also the idea environment for Roberta to address the affair that she has been secretly having without feeling like she is being judged or reprimanded.  The person-centered theory has three therapeutic conditions for change to occur in the client (Argosy University, 2017).  The three conditions are: Counselor congruence, Empathic understanding, and Unconditional positive regard (Argosy University, 2017).  The condition of counselor congruence means that a counselor will be honest with the client.  The counselor has experienced what is said to the client (Argosy University, 2017).  The condition of empathic understanding is knowing what the client is thinking, feeling, and experiencing, then communicating it to them (Argosy University, 2017).  The condition of unconditional positive regard is to respect and accept the client despite their wrong-doing (Argosy University, 2017).  The ultimate goal of this therapy is for the client to reach self- actualization (Argosy University, 2017). 

I would go about helping her by making her feel comfortable enough to allow herself to think clearly and logically about her decision.  I would utilize listening skills to allow her to convey her feelings without interruption.  I would pay close attention to her verbal and nonverbal messages (Argosy University, 2017).  I would also explain Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs pyramid.  I would then ask her to identify what she felt was her place on the pyramid, afterwards, I would identify her goal placing which would be self-actualization (Argosy University, 2017).   I would ensure that the sessions that we had were centered around the changes within herself that would result in our goal being met (Argosy University, 2017).  These changes include: becoming open to experience without distorting it to fit into already established belief systems, trusting her own judgment, utilizing her inner source of evaluation, and becoming willing to continue to grow with the understanding that she can always be in the process of becoming better (Argosy University, 2017). 

            I would respond by saying that I would be more than happy to offer my direct professional advice which would be similar to my personal advice.  The potential problems that might arise if I give her direct advice would be to violate the code of ethics set by the ACA stating that counselors will not impose their feelings, thoughts, or views on the client.  A potential problem if I decline to give direct advice would be that I potentially loose her as a client because she is dissatisfied with the decision.  The person- centered therapy says that a therapist does not manipulate the change in the client but creates the conditions that is needed for the growth of the client (Carl Rogers and Person-Centered Counseling, 2014).

            I would respectfully decline her offer and I would instead give her my office hours.  This would not be appropriate at any time because of the code of ethics from the ACA.  With her being my client, I am prohibited from violating the boundaries between client and counselor ( American Counseling Association, 2014).  The conflicts that this create is that it could be seen as me creating a personal relationship with a client, accepting gifts if she decides to buy, and the assumption that I would accept such an offer from all of my clients.  The point of person-centered therapy is that the client has the most comfortable conditions possible for their growth (Argosy University, 2017).

References

American Counseling Association. (2014). Code od Ethics. Retrieved from counseling.org: www.counseling.org

Argosy University. (2017). Person-Centered Therapy . Retrieved from ArgosyUniversity.classroom: http://myeclassonline.com/

Carl Rogers and Person-Centered Counseling. (2014). In L. Seligman, & L. W. Reichenberg, THEORIES OF COUNSELING AND PSYCHOTHERAPY: SYSTEMS, STRATEGIES, AND SKILLS (p. 158). Boston: Pearson.

 

SOCW-6302-WK1-Response

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Response:

 

·      Respond to a colleague’s post by explaining what might enable or prevent a social worker from applying research findings to his or her practice.
 
·     Please use the Resources to support your post.
 

 

References (use at least one)

 

            Yegidis, B. L., Weinbach, R. W., & Myers, L. L. (2012). Research methods for social workers (7th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Allyn & Bacon.

                               

            Gossett, M., & Weinman, M. L. (2007). Evidence-based practice and social work: An illustration of the steps involved. Health & Social Work, 32(2), 147–150.

 

            
Mutschler, E. (1984). Evaluating practice: A study of research utilization by practitioners. Social Work, 29(4), 332–337.

 

 

 

 

 

Colleague 1: Rachel

 

Evidence Based research informs social work in several different aspects. For example, evidenced based practice because it provides guidelines for how certain applications in the process of social work. As discussed in our weekly resources, some evidence based practices, display how certain codes and ethics could be more beneficial in practicing and applying social work, (Gossett & Weidman, 2007).Another positive to evidence based practice research, is that it expresses validity tons of research discussing the same concerns. This could be beneficial to social work because it could allow social workers to develop ideas and plans around evidences based work that have came to the same consensus regarding certain social work issues in society. This is some reasons why evidenced based practice and research is essential to social work applications.

 

Reference

 

Gossett, M., & Weinman, M. L. (2007). Evidence-Based Practice and Social Work: An Illustration of the Steps Involved. Health & Social Work, 32(2), 147-150.