...Case Study Question 1 What is a Case Study? “A case study is an observational method that provides a description of an individual” (Cozby & Bates, 2012). The sample size in a case study usually only consists of a single person or organization, but by design only studies one single social phenomenon. They typically use field-related research to produce qualitative data and help to prepare for future qualitative research. Question 2 What are Some Reasons for Using a Case Study Approach? Case studies are useable within the social sciences to help explain rare circumstances or behaviors. In the world of music, the ability to name correctly and consistently an audible pitch without relating it to any other pitches is an extremely coveted talent. One case study by Lucinda Pearl Boggs (1907) provided qualitative data on a participant known as Miss C. Disinukes, who possessed the gift of perfect pitch. Boggs discovered that Miss Disinukes began learning about music at an extremely young age, and that she had very talented, musical grandparents. This research sparked further quantitative research to test whether having early musical education aids in the development of perfect pitch. Question 3 What are Some Advantages and Disadvantages of Using this Approach? Like pilot studies, case studies are very helpful in exploring a topic on a smaller scale initially and beginning a larger product using the data gathered in the case study. For example, a researcher may be studying...
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...Maternal depression and filicide 1 Maternal depression and filicide-case study of ten mothers Quincy Jones Prof, Landis Psy 235 March 3, 2011 Maternal depression and filicide 2 Maternal depression and filicide 2 Abstract This study conducted in Finland, examines ten women experiencing severe depression that committed filicide of one or more of their children. The case study used many sources, which included medical, psychiatric, police, and court records, and autopsy reports. The average age of the mothers observed in the case study is 28.5. ( Kuappi et al. 2007). The mothers presented with irritability, severely depression with crying spells, insomnia, fatigue, anxiety, preoccupations with worries about their baby’s well-being and their ability to care for their infant, suicidal ideation, and psychotic thoughts ( Kuappi et al. 2007). The average age of the infant victims is four months. The majority of the ten mothers in this case study received house calls from psychologists and public nurses. However, their mental state quickly deteriorated, resulting in filicide ( Kuappi et al. 2007). Maternal depression and filicide 3 Maternal depression and filicide This case-study began with 292 cases of filicides. These cases were selected from a period of twenty-five years between 1970-1994 (Kuappi et al. 2007). There were 292 deaths that were determined as either homicide, or death from an unspecified cause of children under the age of fifteen years...
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...Promiscuity- A Self-Destructive Behavior in Correlation with a Lack of Paternal Authority: A Single Case Study Rebecca M Bauman 2015 MAR LIB-495-GS001 Abstract Paternal authority, according to the existing literature, is of upmost importance to the healthy psychosexual development of a child. Women who were raised with a lack of paternal authority can often face significant setbacks when dealing with everyday life issues. Promiscuity as a self-destructive behavior has substantial consequences often resulting in mental and physical suffering. This qualitative single case study was designed to explore the correlation of promiscuity- as a self-destructive behavior with women who were raised in single-mother households where there was a lack of paternal authority. A single intrinsic case study was used to explore one woman’s battle with promiscuity. The data obtained formed a narrative generated by the triangulation of psychoanalytical therapy sessions, a client intake form and the woman’s journal. A case analysis was performed and later reviewed by an attending mental health clinician. The results indicated the woman manifests the self-destructive behavior of promiscuity at the expense of poor self-esteem which directly correlates with a lack of paternal authority. The disruption of the woman’s psychosexual development in childhood negatively altered her self-image. The woman uses transference in her intimate relationships as a desperate attempt to gain control of her...
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...CONSULTANTS Case Synopsis Arctic Mining Consultants is a mining company that deals with mineral exploration. In this case study, the project given is staking 15 claims in Eagle Lake, Alaska. The project Manager was Tom Parker, who has a wide experience and specialized knowledge in all nontechnical aspects of mineral exploration. He is a geological field technician and field coordinator for Arctic Mining Consultants. He assigned his previous field assistants John Talbot, Greg Boyce and Brian Millar to help him complete the project. The job required them to stake at least 7 lengths each day in order to be completed on time. However, the whole team has became very tense and agitated, especially Tom Parker, as the deadline was just around the corner and there’s still many to be finished within the limited time. The problem became worse with the way Tom managed and treated his team. The only motivation to the team was the $300 bonuses promised by the company when the job is done on time, otherwise, they might wished to give up already. This happened because working as a field assistant and in long-working hours only giving them low wages, which is considered unreasonable compared to what they have to do. During the eight hard days, everything had actually proved the strengths and weaknesses of each of the team members, including Tom. Case analysis symptoms 1) What symptom(s) exist in this case to suggest that something has gone wrong? The symptom(s) to suggest are: a) Depression In...
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...Through case studies, researchers and experts are able to study a person and create a hypothesis about an individual’s life. Case studies are read and evaluated by professionals with experience and they are able to identify problems and offer solutions with various treatments. For us as students it is a great way for us to acquire knowledge in how to study a case and be able to form our own theories and solutions. Through case studies we are able to get a glimpse of the problems that people in society face daily and develop our own conclusions and offer solutions and interventions that will assist them in overcoming dilemmas. As professionals one day we will have the opportunity to do a real case study and be able to solve with interventions and strategies that we find resourceful for our clients. In this case study, I chose to analyze Alberto a Latino student that was referred to the college counseling center by his physician. I will analyze Alberto’s life style and come to a conclusion of how his environment and living arrangements are affecting him in school and figure out what is causing the symptoms he is having. I will resolve his issues to the best of my ability, I will have to research to gain the knowledge necessary to develop strategies and techniques to assist Alberto. If necessary I will collaborate with other professionals to find the best resources and treatments available to assist Alberto in his crisis. Alberto is a Latino young man that was referred to a community...
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...“Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic condition characterized by insufficient production of insulin or inability to use the insulin that the body produces, resulting in problems regulating blood sugar (Danna, 2016).” Depression is a feeling of consistent of sadness and an individual loses interest in everyday life activities. “Depression and diabetes are independent risk factors for one another, and both are associated with increased risk of cognitive decline (Danna, 2016).” Still the connection between diabetes and depression is not completely understood. It is known that lower cognitive abilities usually lead to poor health outcomes. Depression has been shown to increase the risk of diabetes, this may be because self-care decreases when...
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...Ateneo de Davao University School of Business and Governance Entrepreneurship Department Progressive Insurance: A Case Study Submitted to: Mr. Rey Navacilla Submitted by: John Paul Dela Vega Jose Antonio Kintanar Clarence Mitchell Sy Dayle Lois Tulang John Way Keith Medina Table of Contents I. Introduction…………………………………………………..…… II. Statement of the Problem…………………………………..…... III. Objectives of the Case Study………………………………..…. IV. Methodologies and Approaches…………………………….… V. Analysis of the Case a. Qualitative Tool: Fishbone Diagram………….…. b. Quantitative Tool: Decision Tree Analysis……. VI. Alternative Courses of Action (ACAs) c. Alternative Course 1……………………………..… d. Alternative Course 2……………………………….. e. Alternative Course 3……………………………..… VII. Significant Findings…………………………………………….. f. Positive Findings…………………………………… g. Negative Findings………………………………….. VIII. Recommendations…………………………………………….... IX. Conclusions……………………………………………………… I. Introduction Progressive Insurance, an automobile insurer company, which is based in Mayfield Village, Ohio. On the year of 1991 Progressive Insurance had approximately $1.3 Billion in their sales. When the year of 2006 came that $1.3 Billion in sales suddenly became $14.5 Billion. What did they do to make this figures increase so high? Nothing. For 15 years Progressive insurance just did little advertising...
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...This practice based learning is a case study that involves discrimination towards a patient who is part of the traveling community. This practice based learning is a case study that involves discrimination towards a patient who is part of the traveling population within our society. My group colleagues and I decided to use the same methods of collecting information as in the previous case studies. I feel very frustrated because there is a lot of ignorance within our society, lack of information and understanding of people who disregard others because of were they come from. Firstly I make reference to the NMC’s guidance on anti-discrimination practice; As a qualified nurse I am personally accountable for my practice, and when caring for my patients I must; 1.1 Respect the patient as an individual 1.2 Protect and support the health needs of individuals 1.4 I have a duty of care to patients, who are entitled to receive safe and competent care. 2.3 As a registered nurse I am personally accountable for ensuring that I promote and protect the interests and dignity of patients and clients, irrespective of gender, age, race, ability, sexuality, economic status, lifestyle, culture and religious or political beliefs. 2.4 I must promote the interest of patients. This includes helping individuals and groups gain access to health and social care, information and support relevant to their needs. The NHS is accountable for all acts and omissions that relate to equality and human...
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...Autumn Yeaman Unit 6 Assignment Case Analysis This week, you are going to complete an Assignment in which you analyze two case studies. You will read each case and answer the questions included using the information you have gained from this course so far. Your answer should include an analysis of client strengths, possible interventions, and a reflection on the possible ethical issues and cultural influences as they might impact the case. The information below includes the case details as well as the analysis questions. Use this document to complete your Assignment. Your Assignment must be your original work; plagiarism will not be tolerated. Be sure to review the syllabus in terms of what constitutes plagiarism. Case Study 1: Romeo Romeo is a 19-year-old Hispanic male. He has numerous visible tattoos, piercings, and puckered scars. Romeo discloses that he attempted suicide twice during high school and has lately has been feeling like he might try again. The last two times he tried, he bought some prescription drugs off of a local dealer in his neighborhood. Romeo has no job, is not in school, and is not close with his family. He is homeless and rotates between different friends’ couches and the occasional shelter. Romeo admits to gang involvement in the past but refuses to answer questions about possible current involvement. Romeo states he currently uses marijuana daily to try to “stay calm.” Case Analysis: What are the client’s strengths and how...
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...The Case Study I selected was Case Study #7:” I feel exhausted”. A young lady named Elaine, who is 25 years old, received her first job post-graduation in a Mental Health Counseling center in another state. She has career goals of becoming a licensed counselor with leadership roles in the community. After the excitement of the move, she embarked on her journey and took on a heavy caseload of clients. This case load caused her to become distressed and overwhelmed with the clients’ issues. She has little to no energy and is not taking care of herself emotionally, physically, and mentally. She became excluded with society; she formed no connection with friends, colleagues and family. She brought her work home with her and this causes more distress....
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...Compare and comment on the economic and social effects of flooding in two contrasting areas of the world. (15) Level 1 (1-6 marks) Describes the social and/or economic effects of flooding. Information likely to be generic – case study named only. Some similarities/differences apparent at top end. Separate accounts. Level 2 (7-12 marks) Description of effects of floods is more specific and precise – begins to distinguish between social and economic or this is implicit. Information relates to case studies – ‘rings true’ – some support. Begins to comment – may be tentative/implicit. May be imbalanced to one area and/or category. Similarities/differences are clear. Level 3 (13-15 marks) Precise similarities/differences of effects of flooding – distinguishes between social and economic effect explicitly. A balanced account – of areas and categories. Case studies are used in support – reference to facts/figures. Comment is explicit and perceptive. Candidate A – L3 Answer The flooding in Carlisle 2005 and in Bangladesh 1998 both had damaging effects. Carlisle being an MEDC suffered relatively more economic damage and was also generally better positioned to cope with the flooding than Bangladesh which suffered both heavy economic damage but particularly high ‘social’ impacts. In Carlisle only 3 people died due to the flooding whereas in Bangladesh 1070 people died because infrastructure and early warning systems were not there to mount a successful rescue attempt. In Carlisle...
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...Session 9: Case Study – Valérie 1) Read pages 7 to 13 of the document: “The compulsory health insurance in Switzerland: Your questions, our answers” 2) Read the Document “Global” of the Groupe Mutuel 3) Calculate the overall medical expenses of Valérie: a. Team 1: Valerie has Base insurance and a Global Private Supplemental Insurance. (calculate for all deductibles) b. Team 2: Valerie has Prima care insurance and a Global 1 Supplemental Insurance. (calculate for all deductibles) c. Team 3: Valerie has Health Network insurance and a Global 2Supplemental Insurance. (calculate for all deductibles) d. Team 4: Valerie has Sanatel and a Global 3 Supplemental Insurance. (calculate for all deductibles) e. Team 5: Valerie has Sanatel and a Global Demi-Private Supplemental Insurance. (calculate for all deductibles) These are the tariffs for basic and supplemental health insurance | |Deductible CHF | | |300 |500 |1000 |1500 |2000 |2500 | |Base insurance |314.4 |303.6 |276.4 |249.3 |222.2 |195.1 | |PrimaCare |286.1 |275.3 |248.2 |221 |202.4 |183.8 | |Health Network ...
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...Case 2: ARCTIC MINING CONSULTANTS Case Synopsis Arctic Mining Consultants is a mining company that deals with mineral exploration. In this case study, the project given is staking 15 claims in Eagle Lake, Alaska. The project Manager was Tom Parker, who has a wide experience and specialized knowledge in all nontechnical aspects of mineral exploration. He is a geological field technician and field coordinator for Arctic Mining Consultants. He assigned his previous field assistants John Talbot, Greg Boyce and Brian Millar to help him complete the project. The job required them to stake at least 7 lengths each day in order to be completed on time. However, the whole team has became very tense and agitated, especially Tom Parker, as the deadline was just around the corner and there¶s still many to be finished within the limited time. The problem became worse with the way Tom managed and treated his team. The only motivation to the team was the $300 bonuses promised by the company when the job is done on time, otherwise, they might wished to give up already. This happened because working as a field assistant and in long-working hours only giving them low wages, which is considered unreasonable compared to what they have to do. During the eight hard days, everything had actually proved the strengths and weaknesses of each of the team members, including Tom. Summary of Case Project Team Tom Parker - geological field technician & field coordinator wide experience and specialized knowledge...
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...Case Study: MUNICIPALITY OF KAWAYAN, BILIRAN: TRANSFORMING TRADITIONAL POLITICS The case assigned for our analysis was about the leadership story of Mayor Rodolfo J. Espina, Mayor of the Municipality of Kawayan, a fifth-class municipality in the Province of Biliran in Region VIII. 4. Internal Factor Evaluation In analyzing the leadership style of Mayor Rodolfo J. Espina, we come across several significant strengths and weaknesses inherent in the individual (as case-study subject). Strengths: Experience / Family Background Undoubtedly, Mayor Espina’s performance as local executive of the Municipality of Kawayan was greatly affected by his family’s political background. Born into a politically-oriented clan, Espina was exposed very early to the affairs of his father; he had early exposure as well in political campaigning and visiting his father’s constituents. This early exposure made him comfortable with people, honed his interpersonal skills, and perhaps even made him generally likable. This would eventually prove helpful in his political career. Mayor Espina also had experience as farm manager – this developed his skills in general administrative tasks, people management, and basic human relations. His experience abroad also strengthened his personal will and character. Personality Mayor Espina’s orientation toward people was clearly among his major strengths. Through his personality, Espina was able to talk immediately to his constituents – knowing at once...
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