Describe the role of the therapist, key assumptions, interventions, goals, and course (length) of treatment using information from multiple sources and in-text citations.
This week, you will focus on one of the models you studied during this course. Your task in your Signature Assignment is to choose one of the classic MFT models that you learned about in this course and demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the model, including how the model approaches treatment planning. To do this, you are expected to describe how the model is based in systems theory, identify the theorist(s) who created the model, the role of the therapist, key assumptions, interventions, goals, course (length) of treatment, and limitations. Here is a general layout of what should be covered in this
I. Introduce the (overview of what you will address in the , which is to describe your chosen model).
II. Describe your chosen therapy model.
- Be sure to thoroughly articulate the primary theorist(s) of your selected Classic Model, including a specific illustration of why this model can be considered among approaches based on systems-based theories.
- Describe the role of the therapist, key assumptions, interventions, goals, and course (length) of treatment using information from multiple sources and in-text citations. This is one of the most important sections of your , so focus your energy here. This section may include some information from the articles you located in Week 10.
- Offer a critique of your chosen model. Discuss any possible limitations from this model, how cultural competency and diversity is addressed in the model, and any shortcomings of the model based on the research articles you located in Week 10.
III. Develop a treatment plan to treat the family.
- Create a brief case example. You can base your family system on a movie that you have seen, a family you know, your own family, or your imagination. Describe the family system, including important information about their context (this will include aspects of their culture, belief systems, etc.) and presenting problem(s). This section will be written up in a paragraph (around 400 words).
- Present a brief general treatment plan that uses goals, tasks, and interventions that are theoretically consistent with the model you chose. Review the treatment plan materials from earlier in the course and format the treatment plan as you would during therapy (with appropriate labels/numbers for goals, etc.) rather than just writing in paragraph format.
IV. Conclusion- Summarize the main points of your.
To complete this assignment successfully, you are required to demonstrate your knowledge of the selected model and treatment planning.
Length: 7-9 pages, not including title and references pages
Identify and discuss the various punishment philosophies and the goals that accompany each. Which is your preferred method of punishment?
Identify and discuss the various punishment philosophies and the goals that accompany each. Which is your preferred method of punishment? Why? Do you believe intermediate sanctions can be effective in achieving the goals of your philosophy? Which punishment philosophy/goal is most utilized within your state? How do these philosophies and goals compare to the Biblical goal of corrections?
*** At least 250 words, support assertions with at least two scholarly citations in APA format. ***
What are some definitions of culture that researchers have utilized?
Learning Resources
Required Readings
Benjamin, L., & Baker, D. (2012). The internationalization of psychology: A history. In D. Baker (Ed.), The Oxford handbook of the history of psychology: Global perspectives (pp. 1–30). New York, NY: Oxford University Press.
Credit Line: The Internationalization of Psychology: A History by Benjamin, L. and Baker, D. Copyright 2012. Oxford University Press. Reprinted by permission of Oxford University Press via the Copyright Clearance Center.
Chapter 1: “Cultural Psychology” (pp. 1–11)
Guest, K. (2014). Culture. In K. Guest (Ed.), Cultural anthropology: A Toolkit for a Global Age (2nd ed., pp. 35–46). New York, NY: W.W. Norton.
Chapter 2: “Culture (Section on What is culture?)”Credit Line: Cultural Anthropology: A Toolkit for a Global Age, 2nd Edition by Guest, K. Copyright 2014 by W. W. Norton & Company. Reprinted by permission of W. W. Norton & Company via the Copyright Clearance Center.
Discussion: Definitions of Culture
A veritable plethora of scholarship has been devoted to attempting to define culture. The concept is complex, yet most individuals have some idea about what the term means and includes. The idea of culture is so central to so much that makes us human, that it is well worth our time to explore and unpack its meaning in some depth. We may find that our ideas about culture share much in common with others’ ideas about culture, but we may also find some nuances or emphases in some definitions that are less apparent in other definitions.
For this Discussion, you will closely examine various definitions of culture and the importance it may have to the psychology community.
To prepare for this Discussion:
Review the Learning Resources for this week and consider various definitions of culture.
Based on your review of the Learning Resources, post your responses to the following questions.
- What are some definitions of culture that researchers have utilized?
- What is a definition of culture that resonates with you and why?
- Why should psychologists be interested in understanding culture?
Based on your knowledge and experience do you think proactive domestic violence arrest policies deter future acts of domestic violence? Why or Why not?
The Minneapolis Domestic Violence Experiment
Assigned Reading: Thistlethwaite & Wooldredge, Part 1 Chapter 2- The Minneapolis Domestic Violence Experiment: Does arrest deter crime? pp. 40-47
After reading the article answer the following questions in a discussion posting:
1. Do you think the methodology used to complete this study was valid?
2. What limitations do you see in the way the study was conducted?
3. Based on your knowledge and experience do you think proactive domestic violence arrest policies deter future acts of domestic violence? Why or Why not?
the minneaPolis Domestic violence exPeRiment: Does aRRest DeteR cRime? Sherman, L., and R. Berk (1984).
“The Specific Deterrent Effects of Arrest for Domestic Assault.” American Sociological Review 49:261–72.
devise a low-cost method to reduce a specific type of crime on a hypothetical college campus.
Situational Crime Prevention Strategies
Using the S.A.R.A process discussed on pp. 87-90 in Chapter 4, devise a low-cost method to reduce a specific type of crime on a hypothetical college campus. You may want to focus some hypothetical incidents such as assaults in dormitory, auto thefts from a parking garage, thefts from the campus bookstore, underage drinking, or parking problems.
Please add references.
Edward Deming, a famous businessman, once said, “In God we trust. All others bring data.” What did Deming mean in terms of developing a strategic plan?
Reflection and Discussion Week 2
Reflection and Discussion Week 2Assigned Readings:Chapter 1. The Nature of Strategic ManagementChapter 2. Business Vision and MissionInitial Postings: Read and reflect on the assigned readings for the week. Then post what you thought was the most important concept(s), method(s), term(s), and/or any other thing that you felt was worthy of your understanding in each assigned textbook chapter.Your initial post should be based upon the assigned reading for the week, so the textbook should be a source listed in your reference section and cited within the body of the text. Other sources are not required but feel free to use them if they aid in your discussion.Also, provide a graduate-level response to each of the following questions:
- As cited in the chapter, Edward Deming, a famous businessman, once said, “In God we trust. All others bring data.” What did Deming mean in terms of developing a strategic plan?
- Critique the following vision statement by Stokes Eye Clinic: “Our vision is to take care of your vision.”
[Your post must be substantive and demonstrate insight gained from the course material. Postings must be in the student’s own words – do not provide quotes!] [Your initial post should be at least 450+ words and in APA format (including Times New Roman with font size 12 and double spaced). Post the actual body of your paper in the discussion thread then attach a Word version of the paper for APA review]
Based on the outcome, provide a current event of a business application using regression analysis for decision making.
The outcome for Chapter 14.3 states that “Regression analysis is a statistical tool that is used for two main purposes: description and prediction.”
- Based on the outcome, provide a current event of a business application using regression analysis for decision making.
Be sure to respond to at least one of your classmates’ posts. Cite any resources used.
As Frank’s probation officer, what is Jerry’s obligation to the court?
Frank is a 26-year-old male who was court ordered to serve three years of probation for five counts of felony larceny over $500. The summary of the offenses, stated in the pre-sentencing report, indicates that Frank stole game systems and video games from five separate stores over an eight-month period. After the Police Department raided a storage unit based on a tip from an informant that the unit was used as a distribution center stolen goods, mainly electronics, the police arrested 7 adult males and charged them with receiving distribution of stolen merchandise. Information from one of these individuals led to the arrest of 22 additional males, separately charged with larceny and/or distribution. Serial numbers in the game systems were traced to stores from which they were stolen and included dates of theft. Information subsequently led to the questioning of Frank who, after waiving Miranda, confessed stealing the game systems as well as numerous video games and selling the items to others at the storage unit.
Frank dropped out of school during the 8th grade. Along with numerous extended family members, he worked in the fields during harvesting. Although he has citizenship in the US, many of his family members do not. The family usually relocates to Mexico during the winter months, returning for spring, summer, and the first part of fall for field work. They travel between several countries for available work. Frank has never lived away from his parents and siblings.
Information in the pre-sentencing report indicates that Frank’s public defender has asked for a psychological evaluation prior to sentencing because he suspected that Frank was developmentally disabled. Test results indicated that Frank has an IQ of 64. Thus, it is likely that he would encounter difficulties assuming the responsibilities of independent living. Frank’s mother indicated the Frank suffered an illness with a high fever over several days when he was 4 years old. Medical care was not sought. Frank’s mother states that the family looks out for him because he can’t look out for himself. She expressed a concern that other boys have always taken advantage of him, getting him into trouble by telling them to steal things they wanted.
The plea agreement that led to the sentence of probation included a condition that Frank attend a day treatment program for individuals with developmental delays. Other special conditions for probation include prohibiting Frank from associating with other known felon and frequenting liquor establishments.
Jerry has been assigned to be Frank’s probation officer. Although Jerry agrees with the basic premise of the probation conditions, he is concerned that having Frank attend a day reporting program will be difficult when the family depends on the work of all family members to earn a
living. In addition, the family’s lack of permanent residence is like the present difficulties in complying with this condition. However, Jerry explains a requirement to Frank and his mother and father and emphasizes the seriousness of the situation. He also arranges for Frank to start the day treatment program that will transport him to and from his home to the program location every day.
One or both of Frank’s parents bring him to the probation officer reporting as required. Urine screens indicate no alcohol or illegal drug use. After supervising Frank’s probation for 2 months and checking with the case manager at the day treatment program, Jerry determines a Frank is doing well in the program, complying with all the rules, and participating in the small appliance repair training program. Jerry feels more positive of Frank’s chances to be able to fulfill his probation conditions successfully.
Four months into Frank’s probation, Jerry gets a call from the case manager at the day treatment program, informing him that Frank is not attended the program for the past 3 days because he is reportedly ill. When Jerry goes to the family’s residence to inquire about Frank’s illness, he discovers that the parents have not seen Frank for 5 days. They allegedly have no idea where he has gone. After questioning the mother for more information, Jerry discovers that Frank told his mother that people were making fun of him on the transport bus and at the program and that he didn’t want to go to the program anymore. The parents tell Jerry that they did not call him to report Frank’s disappearance because they did not want to get him into trouble with the court. They further report their concern that Frank may be hanging out with people who will get him into trouble. However, they claimed not to know who that might be or where to find Frank. They go on to say that they plan to leave the area soon and will leave without Frank if he does not return home by the following week.
Answer the following questions.
As Frank’s probation officer, what is Jerry’s obligation to the court?
Do you think that Jerry’s responsibility extends to trying to locate Frank? If Frank returns home and reports in with his parents to Jerry’s office within the next 3 days, how should Jerry deal with Frank’s failure to attend the day reporting program?
Should Jerry file a probation violation report because Frank is not attending the program? If Jerry has already notified the court of Frank’s failure to comply with probation conditions for attendance of the day reporting program, should Jerry recommend that Frank be continued on probation, or should Jerry recommend that Frank’s probation be revoked?
Explain your answers.
The body of your paper is to be a minimum of three pages.
Title page and reference page are separate.
Information from your text and at least one outside source should be incorporated into your paper.
Case study adapted from:
Peat, Barbara. (2011). Case studies in Corrections. Durham. Carolina Academic Press. ISBN 978 – 1 – 59460 – 823 – 0
Discuss why it is an important issue for your agency by relating its impact on the mission and the objectives of the organization.
Submitting the introductory chapter on a Criminal Justice Topic
The student will then write and submit the introduction chapter and a reference list that will:
- Define the relevant organizational problem you have selected to examine. This is a critical first step because the entire staff study is based on the identification of the problem.
- Discuss why it is an important issue for your agency by relating its impact on the mission and the objectives of the organization.
- Explain how your approach will improve the situation or advance the state of knowledge on the issue.
- The introductory chapter requires five types of information:
- A brief background of the issue.
- A statement of the problem or objective.
- Your research questions clearly set forth.
- Your methods or design discussed.
- Explain the potential relevance of the findings. Briefly discuss the potential impact of the study and subsequent action plans in terms of personnel, facilities, budget and implementation processes.
5.Lay out your plan of action for obtaining information to solve this problem by listing sources you have identified.
How might a Christian worldview be used to assist in the strategic and operational analysis discussed in this paper?
Prompt: Complete a Strategic and Operational Analysis of your Organization – Part I: Please select an organization that you work for, formerly worked for, or an organization that you can obtain information on (i.e., Apple, American Express, Disney, Intel, Walmart,…etc.) in order to complete a strategic and operational analysis. A strategic analysis begins with a stated objective, such as: “should we enter
an industry with a new service offering?” Complete a Strategic Analysis using (1) Porter’s Five Forces analysis of the target industry structure and (2) SWOT analysis to assess the organization’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats in a market. Using Figure 2.1, “Porter’s Five Forces Model,” and Table 2.3, “SWOT Analysis” on pp. 33-34, as an example, you will conduct research on your company and its operating environment to formulate your strategy. The definition of strategic analysis may differ from an academic or business perspective, but the process
involves several common factors:
• Identifying and evaluating data relevant to the company’s strategy
• Defining the internal and external environments to be analyzed
• Using several analytic methods such as Porter’s Five Forces analysis, SWOT analysis, and value chain analysis
Additionally, you will draw (1) a swim lane flowchart, (2) a process flow diagram, and (3) a Gantt chart of a service process within your organization. Your textbook states, “The ability to diagram a process, identify the bottleneck operation, and determine the system capacity are fundamental skills in managing service operations and making improvements. An acknowledged axiom is, ‘If you can’t draw it, then
you don’t really understand it’” (Bordoloi, p. 128). A swim lane flowchart diagrams “organizational activities that cross-functional lines (i.e., the swim lanes) highlighting the handoffs between lanes” (Bordoloi, p. 128). A process flow diagram is a graphical way of describing a process, each of its components, and the order or sequence the process needs to flow. A Gantt chart is one of the most popular and useful ways of
showing activities (tasks or events) displayed against time. Using Figure 5.3, “Swim Lane Flowchart of Graduate School Admissions,” Figure 5.4, “Process Flow Diagram of Mortgage Service,” and Figure 5.5, “Gantt Chart of Mortgage Service” on pp. 127- 130 as examples, you will complete these charts and diagrams with your Strategic, Operational and Project plan in mind.
Include your perspective of operations management in the modern economy and how a Christian worldview affects organizational decision-making. How might a Christian worldview be used to assist in the strategic and operational analysis discussed in this paper?
