...VIDEO OR PHONE. (YOU CAN ALSO HAVE SESSIONS BY CELL PHONE, OR LANDLINE PHONE IF THIS BETTER SUITS YOUR NEEDS) WHEN IT COMES TIME FOR YOUR APPOINTMENT HE WILL CALL YOU VIA VIDEO SKYPE, OR CELL OR LANDLINE SERVICE, THIS IS FREE IF BOTH OF YOU USE SKYPE. BEING ABLE TO MEET WITH CLIENTS FACE TO FACE OR VOICE TO VOICE THEREPY HAS THE SAME AFFECT AS HIM MEETING FACE TO FACE IN HIS OFFICE AT THE OUT PATIENT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CLINIC IN THE HOSPITAL THAT HE HAS HIS DAY JOB. CHAT THEREPY: THESE THERAPY SESSIONS LAST 60 MINUTES INCLUDING TEXT THEREPY SESSIONS, AND INSTANT MESSAGING, ALL THESE SESSIONS ARE SET UP IN A SECURE PRIVATE CHAT ROOM (SKYPE,INSTANT MESSAGEING) THERES IMMEDIATE FEEDBACK ALONG WITH THE SAME FLEXABILITY THAT FACE TO FACE AND ADDRESSING ISSUES. TRANSCRIPTS FROM THESE SESSIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO YOU TO READ EVERYTIME. EMAIL COUNSELING: THE COUNSELING IS DONE THROUGH YOUR EMAILS SO THAT MEANS THE INTERACTION WILL OBVIOUSLY BE DELAYED. THE ONE GOOD THING ABOUT THE EMAIL THEREPY IS THE FACT THAT YOU CAN TAKE ALL THE TIME YOU NEED TO WRITE OUT EXACTLY WHAT YOU WANT TO SAY TO THE THEREPIST, AND WHEN YOU RECEIVE THE RESPONSE YOU ARE AT YOUR LIEASURE READING AND PROCESSING THE FEEDBACK. THE...
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...Domestic Violence and Homelessness Among Women: Some of the Causes and Remedies Joel Nwoke Capella University School of Social Work Netto, Pawson and Sharp (2009). Preventing Homelessness due to Domestic Violence: Providing a Safe Space or Closing the Door to New Possibilities? This study looks into the impact of prevention-centered homelessness policy responses to domestic violence, with reference to the 'Sanctuary' model. This model supports women facing homelessness due to domestic violence to remain in their current residence, protected against attack from outside the home. The model provides greater autonomy to some women in these circumstances, it is not appropriate for all the women because increase emphasis on Sanctuary schemes could make it difficult for women who might prefer to move. Despite the considerable benefit, Sanctuary schemes appear to operate on the assumption that women will take responsibility for ensuring their continuing safety, by calling the police when they feel threatened with violence despite the enhanced security at houses. In the interim, the scale of homelessness related to domestic violence and the need to tackle the root causes of domestic violence calls for alternative policy responses in supporting victims of domestic violence through more effective action in dealing with perpetrators. Roschelle, A.R (2008). Welfare Indignities: Homeless Women, Domestic Violence, and Welfare Reform in San Francisco. This research study examines...
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...Briefly Discuss DSM IV and ICD 10 and list the main categories of clinical disorders. The paper will discuss the main dangers of classification identified as labelling and Stigma which have lifelong implications for those diagnosed with a mental illness. The main advantages of classification such as most appropriate treatment and community education Definition of the Classification system used to Diagnosis Mental illness. As Social workers it important to try and grasp the concepts of how classification of mental illness is arrived at and to have a basic knowledge of the types of mental disorders people can be classified as having so we can understand the basis of a diagnosis. According Mendelson (2001) “Classification refers to ordering of objects into groups on the basis of their relationship. The result is a classificatory system. Nomenclature related to agreed names that have been assigned to disease or syndromes. Taxonomy covers principles and methods underlying the practice of classification. Finally, nosology denotes the conceptual system that supports the strategy of classifying.” ( Mendelson 2001 p. 63) Golightley (2004) text states that classification is an important step towards the diagnosis of a mental disorder. Mental disorder is broken down into various classifications that represent groups or syndromes of symptoms. Thus if a series of symptoms fits into a recognised pattern of behaviour they can be classified as for example, schizophrenia and a diagnosis...
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...Treating Co-Occurring Disorders 30th May 2015 Introduction The evidence-based practice has become an integral component in the delivery of primary healthcare services in many healthcare institutions. On the basis of this approach, the best practice is often based on a thorough assessment of evidence from renowned research studies that highlight the interventions necessary for maximizing the chance of benefit and minimize the risk of harm. Furthermore, evidence-based practices are aimed at delivering the desired treatment at acceptable costs. When it comes to co-occurring disorders, Integrated Treatment seems to be the most appropriate evidence-based approach in that it addresses the individual’s mental health and substance use issues in an integrated manner (Drake et al. 2004). As compared to the traditional parallel and sequential treatment approaches, Integrated Treatment model is best suited for co-occurring disorders that are often cyclical and interactive. Furthermore, the requirement that clients should obtain services in different systems of treatment seems to be at odds with the current shift towards patient-centered care which stipulates that access to services for co-occurring disorders should be available at the patient level. What is the theory of behavior change underlying the EBP? The Integrated Treatment approach is founded on the cognitive behaviour therapy that is a focused approach premised on the fact that cognitions influence behaviors and feelings...
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...FAMILY PAMPHLET TO MINIMIZE STIGMA FOR PERSONS LIVING WITH A SEVERE MENTAL ILLNESS A project presented to The Faculty and Staff of Saybrook University in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts (M.A.) in Psychology by R. Paul Johnson San Francisco, CA December 2013 Approval of the Project FAMILY PAMHLET TO MINIMIZ STIGMA FOR PERSONS LIVING WITH A SEVERE MENTAL ILLNESS This project by R. Paul Johnson has been approved by the committee member below, who recommended it be accepted by the faculty of Saybrook University in partial fulfillment of requirements for the degree of Masters of Arts in Psychology Project Committee: Theopia Jackson, Ph.D. Date Abstract FAMILY PAMPHLET TO MINIMZE STIGMA FOR PERSONS LIVING WITH A SEVERE MENTAL ILLNESS R. Paul Johnson Saybrook University Individuals with mental illness have long experienced societal prejudice and discrimination, including among healthcare professionals. However, the stigma that comes from family and friends may have greater adverse impact. This project-reviewed literature on the stigmas associated with a diagnosis of a serious mental illness (SMI), as experienced by the person and family, as factors that may contribute to family/friends inadvertently perpetuating stigmas. Therefore this project integrates literature review findings and the author’s personal/professional experiences in the design of a pamphlet intended to be utilized by...
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...THE PUBLIC'S PERCEPTION OF MENTALLY ILL OFFENDERS Name Institution Subject Date Attestation I appreciate the nature of plagiarism, and I am mindful of the University’s course of action on this. I, therefore, attest that this dissertation reports unique work by me throughout my University project. Signature (you must delete this, then sign and date this page) Date Acknowledgements I would like to pass my sincerest gratitude to my parents who shaped me to the person I am today. Moreover, I would like to acknowledge my supervisor and other academic staff that provided unconditional guidance and support. I would, furthermore, like to recognize my fellow students and colleagues who helped me in the facilitation of this project in various ways. In addition, I would also like to acknowledge the general public for allowing me to conduct my interviews. Last but not least, I would like to acknowledge my friends for providing their time, cooperation and tolerance before and after the study. Abstract The mentally ill offenders have arguably been viewed on an exclusionary spectrum continuum. The public has adopted punitive attitudes that have significantly hampered with restorative measures. The aim of this study is to examine the perception of the public regarding the mentally ill offenders. The sample investigated comprised of 3 most dominant ethnic groups. Out of 200 respondents there was an average of 30 participants for...
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...and curse her the next because that is just unrealistic. Lidz said, “Perhaps he seeks to hide the meaning of his embittered and melancholic behavior under the guise of being depressed over Ophelia’s withdrawal of her affection, but it seems a cruel and deceitful way to treat his beloved” (Lidz, Theodore). Hamlet is depressed because of Ophelia’s withdrawal even though he is just being manipulative to her. Hamlet is confused and disorientated. He considers killing himself to end his troubles. In act 3, scene 1, lines 61-63, Hamlet says “And, by opposing, end them? To die, to sleep No more and by a sleep to say we end the heartache and the thousand natural shocks”. Hamlet talks as though he wants to just end his life because all his mental problems that he is having would die out. Hamlet talk as if dying is the only way to end his suffering. No...
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...“The field of Human Services is broadly defined, uniquely approaching the objective of meeting human needs through an interdisciplinary knowledge base, focusing on prevention as well as remediation of problems, and maintaining a commitment to improving the overall quality of life of service populations.” (National Organization for Human Services) Sounds incredible, no? This idea of bringing unique gifts and talents forward in order to provide vital human needs, in an environment that is accountable, and relies upon checks and balances (or introduces same) while seeking to stem new or growing problems, while staying steadfast and focused in order to deliver a better life to people in need. In undertaking the task of this paper I was excited when I found a reference to King Athelstan. He established what is the first recorded almshouse – in York in the 10th Century. I also found that the oldest established charity still in existence is thought to be the Hospital of St. Oswald in Worcester, founded around 990. What I found disturbing is that even though the almshouses in Great Britain survive and thrive – after many adaptations to this day – the almshouses established in the United States evolved to become very bad places. (Almshouses.org website) In our text, we read that in the United States, human services were established and modeled according to the Elizabethan Poor Law of 1601, and that the first principle laid down in the colonies defined poor relief as a public responsibility...
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... The children of happy marriages are much healthier in the term of mental than the children of divorced parents or the children of single parents who were never married. In an article from Rhona Mahony, she writes that: “Researchers interview 60 recently divorced couples who are experiencing such trouble with their separation that they have sought counselling from a professional psychologist. One -third of the parents have generally adequate mental health. An additional 15 percent of the men and 20 percent of the women have severe mental illness, such as paranoid thinking or manic-depressive disorder.” (www.stanford.edu ) She also argued that: “The researchers discover that after the divorce, many of the children in those families have trouble in school and struggle with intense feelings of anger and sorrow.” (www.stanford.edu) It can be seen from the research that not only parents have mental illness but also children. In addition, Mohony refers to Second Chances (Wallerstein), which reports on children from divorced families. The appendix describes the unusual prevalence and severity of mental illness in her sample, which also supports my point. Also, from an article: The Effects of Divorce on Children, it is argued that: “Generally how children fare in families is due in part to the mental health of the parents; this is likely to be true for children in...
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...Mental Disorder Mental illness is a disorder that is characterized by disturbances in a person’s thought, emotions, or behavior. Mental illness refers to a wide variety of disorders, ranging from those that cause mild distress to those that impair a person’s ability to function in daily life. Many have tried to figure out the reasons for mental illnesses. All of these reasons have been looked at and thought of for thousands of years. The biological perspective views mental illness as a bodily process. Where as the psychological perspectives think the role of a person’s upbringing and environment are causes for mental illnesses. Researchers estimate that about 24 percent of people over eighteen in the United States suffer from some sort of common mental illness, such as depression and phobias. Studies have also shown that 2.6 percent of adults in the United States suffer from some sort of severe form of mental illness, such as schizophrenia, panic disorders, or bipolar disorders. Younger people also suffer from mental illnesses the same way that adults do. 14 to 20 percent of individuals under the age of eighteen suffer from a case of mental illness. Studies show that 9 to 13 percent of children between the ages of nine and seventeen suffer from a serious emotional disturbances, that disrupts the child’s daily life. Major depression is a severe disorder. Symptoms include withdraw from family and/or...
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...GENERAL FORMS Periodical Author, A. A., Author, B. B., & Author, C. C. (1994). Title of article. Title of Periodical, xx, xxx-xxx. Nonperiodical: Author, A. A. (1994). Title of work. Location: Publisher. REFERENCES TO PERIODICALS Journal article, one author: Bekerian, D. A. (1993). In search of the typical eyewitness. American Psychologist, 48, 674-576. Journal article, two authors: Klimoski, R., & Palmer, S. (1993). The ADA and the hiring process in organizations. Consulting Psychology Journal: Practice and Research, 45 (2), 10-36. Magazine article: Posner, M. I. (1993, October 29). Seeing the mind. Science, 262, 673-674. Daily newspaper article, no author: New drug appears to sharply cut risk of death from heart failure. (1993, July 15). The Washington Post, p. A12. Daily newspaper article, discontinuous pages: Schwartz, J. (1993, September 30). Obesity affects economic, social status. The Washington Post, pp. A1, A4-5. Monthly newspaper article, letter to the editor: Markovitz, M. C. (1993, May). Inpatient vs. outpatient [Letter to the editor]. APA Monitor, p.3. REFERENCES TO BOOKS One author: Shaller, G. B. (1993). The last panda. Chicago: University of Chicago Press. Two or more authors, Jr. in name, third edition: Mitchell, T. R., & Larson, J. R., Jr. (1987). People in organizations: An introduction to organizational behavior (3rd ed.). New York: McGraw-Hill. Corporate author: National...
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...The changes of the treatment of the mentally ill have also changed the role of the human service professional. We are now faced with treating those who are sometimes, unable to function normally and preform day to day functions necessary to survive. There needs to be services provided for these patients and research done to be able to create the most effective treatment plan which is going to vary from each client. Some careers that can be obtained in the field of human service workers are counselors, case workers, and youth care workers. A counselor would provide clinical, group, or in patient treatment to those in need of services to deal with a diagnosed mental illness. This person could possibly also provide advice on career, family, love, relationships, children, and any other aspect affecting the person at this time. A case worker or case manager would be someone who manages a case of person who typically has been placed in a group home or treatment facility. As a case manager would be responsible for documenting all progress or digression with the clinet, pair them with appropriate services needed, help to teach them day to day skills, and be their advocate with the doctors, nurses, psychologist, courts, families and any other persons involved in their care. A youth care worker would typically be someone hired at a residential treatment progrom or group home for children. This person would be responsible for the day to day care of these children. This job would include...
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...Literature Comparison Robert Browning's poems “Porphyria's Lover” and William Faulkner’s story “A Rose for Emily” are stories of where the characters Emily Grierson (“A Rose for Emily”) and Porphyria’s lover ('Porphyria's Lover') are so insanely in love to the point they cannot live without the one they feel so strongly for, which drives them to insanity and murder. Emily Grierson and Porphyria’s lovers insanity are brought on from different emotional states. Insanity or mental illness is defined as “any disease or condition affecting the brain that influences the way a person thinks, feels, behaves, and/or relates to others and to his or her surroundings” (Amal Chakraburtty). According to the website WebMD Amal Chakraburtty, MD, Mental illness may be caused from many factors such as: Heredity (genetics), Biology, Psychological trauma, and Environmental stressors. The character Emily’s illness may be caused from either heredity, Psychological trauma, and or Environmental stressors. Porphyria's Lovers mental illness appears to be brought on by Psychological trauma. An analysis of Emily Grierson and Porphyria’s lovers emotional state will provide in contrast the reason that drove them both to murder. Robert Browning's “Porphyria's Lover” is a dramatic monologue poem about an insecure, possessive and egotistical lover who, upon finding a moment in which he is reassured of his partner’s love for him; attempts to preserve the moment by killing her. The poem has a very dark theme, being...
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...Safety and Mental Health are crucial elements in early development of children. As early care professionals is important that we are knowledgeable of the facts that are associated with safety and care of children as the effects of safety and the mental health of children can have a lifelong effect on them. The affect that it may have on them depending on the type of environment can be a positive impact which can lead to greatness or the a negative impact which can lead to a lifelong of pain an heartache that stem from not being a safe environment when not in the comfort of their home or not being properly diagnosed at early age because their early care professional was not knowledgeable of the signs to look for. In this paper I will discuss the difference between mental health and mental illness, along with the effects of a safe environment and the importance of the role of an early care professional. Young Children’s Mental Health Mental health is not just the absence of mental disorder. It is defined as a state of well-being in which every individual realizes his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to her or his community. Mental illness is when one is not able to cope with the daily life obstacles; usually one has to be medicated in order to cope with daily life. A person has been diagnosed by a medical professional with a mental illness and mental illness range from all...
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...happened. On September 21, 2011 he was arrested while working in Las Vegas for using technology to lure a minor and was in jail for 11 days. The patient said he blacks out and did not remember the incident and woke up in jail. In October of 2011 his physician NP Brantman, prescribed him trazodone, Abilify and Seroquel. He was admitted for suicidal ideation and major depression. Hispanics for the most part believe that health is a gift from God. The majority of Hispanics practice some form of Catholicism, with an increasing percentage of Pentecostalism as a diverse and complex movement within Christianity and illness is seen as a wrong doing or punishment from God. Some Hispanics believe that the prevention and treatment of illness is accomplished with prayer or wearing religious medals, others believe that evil...
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