Psychosocial Crises in Middle Adulthood
The purpose of this discussion is to help you prepare for your assignment in this unit. In your discussion post, you have the opportunity to think through how people might be affected by some of the psychosocial issues of middle adulthood.
Chapter 12 of your Development Through Life text outlines developmental tasks of middle adulthood, such as career management and change, nurturing of intimate relationships, and the expansion of relationships and management of a household. Consider that the primary psychosocial crisis of middle adulthood is generativity versus stagnation. Think about someone you know well who is currently in this stage of life. Draw upon your Development Through Life text (specifically Chapter 12) to complete the following:
· What kinds of changes have you seen in this individual’s behavior since he or she has been in this developmental stage?
· What are some ways in which situational and environmental factors might be impacting how this person deals with the psychosocial crisis of generativity versus stagnation?
· Please remember to cite and reference your sources in APA style.
Note: Please maintain the confidentiality of the identity of the person about whom you are writing, including by not providing this person’s name or relationship to you.
Response Guidelines
Read the initial posts of your peers, and respond to at least one in detail. Based on the details that your peer has provided, to what extent do you agree that the behavior described is indicative of this developmental stage? Pose one question to your peer about some other aspect that you might expect to see in the individual involved. Note that continuing this discussion through additional responses can be particularly helpful in preparing for your assignment in this unit.
Resources
· Discussion Participation Scoring Guide.
Intrinsic Motivation at Work: What Really Drives Employee Engagement-When the employees found out the school was closing, how do you think this impacted their overall mental health? How do you think this impacts their overall motivation level? Briefly explain how mental health and motivation go hand-in-hand.
Thomas, K. (2009). Intrinsic Motivation at Work: What Really Drives Employee Engagement Edition. 2nd.
After reading the case study attached, please answer the following questions. Make sure your answer is at least 300 words and brings in information from the textbook to support your answers.
- When the employees found out the school was closing, how do you think this impacted their overall mental health? How do you think this impacts their overall motivation level? Briefly explain how mental health and motivation go hand-in-hand.
- Refer to your textbook to define and briefly explain a sense of meaningfulness then explain how a sense of meaningfulness was lacking among the employees and students?
- Refer to your textbook to define and briefly explain a sense of competence then explain how a sense of competence was lacking among the employees?
- Refer to your textbook to define and briefly explain a sense of choice then explain how a sense of choices was lacking among the employees and students?
- Refer to your textbook to define and briefly explain a sense of progress then explain how a sense of progress was lacking among the employees and students?
Briefly explain the history of substance abuse treatment in the United States over the past 100 years. How did the early practices differ from what is being done today? Briefly describe the development of multidisciplinary teams in regards to the treatment of addictions.
Select a well documented historical case study of an individual who experienced a neurological disorder, disease, or accident that resulted in an interruption in his or her vision, hearing, or motor control.
Select a well documented historical case study of an individual who experienced a neurological disorder, disease, or accident that resulted in an interruption in his or her vision, hearing, or motor control.
Prepare a 7- to 10-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation addressing the following questions:
- What neurological disorder, disease, or accident took place to interrupt this individual’s ability?
- What behaviors were exhibited by this individual following the disorder, disease, or accident?
- What were the individual’s deficits as a result of this disorder, disease, or accident?
- What treatments did the individual seek? Were any available at the time?
- What are the research implications of the case study? How did this help scientists and doctors better understand the disorder or disease? How did this case help scientists and doctors better understand how the brain works?
Note:
- Online students: Include substantive speaker notes.
- Ground students: Present a 10- to 15-minute presentation along with your Microsoft® PowerPoint® slides.
Format your presentation consistent with APA guidelines.
biopsychosocial model-psychological theories and biological theories: Select one psychological theory of addiction and one biological theory of addiction
Directions: It is widely understood that there is a biopsychosocial model of addiction. Within the biopsychosocial model, there are multiple psychological theories and biological theories. Select one psychological theory of addiction and one biological theory of addiction. Complete the table below by comparing and contrasting the selected biological and psychological theories of addiction.
Theory and Brief Description
Similarities
Differences
[Insert psychological theory of addiction here]
[Insert biological theory of addiction here]
References
What is a process addiction? What is a substance use disorder? How are the two similar and how are they different? How would you establish a treatment relationship to work with a client with substance use disorder or process addiction?
Select two substances from the following and describe at least two pharmacological and physiological effect of each (200-350 words each)Opioids · Stimulants · Cannabinoids · Hallucinogens · Another DSM Substance Use Disorder of your choice
Select two substances from the following and describe at least two pharmacological and physiological effect of each (200-350 words each).
· Opioids
· Stimulants
· Cannabinoids
· Hallucinogens
· Another DSM Substance Use Disorder of your choice
What are the pharmacological and physiological effects of substance use?
Topic 1: Addiction Worksheet
Part One Directions: Provide short answers of 200-350 words each for the following questions/statements. Include at least three scholarly resources beyond the course textbook in your response and listed as a reference at the bottom of the worksheet.
What are the pharmacological and physiological effects of substance use?
define the topic
give examples
[Inset biological theory of addiction here]
References
Cover Letter (for those with the Employment focus)- Working with individuals who suffers with substance abuse, risky behaviors, mental health issues or co-occurring disorders, assisting them to achieve and sustain long term recovery.
NEEDED BEFORE 4 PM EST Cover letter for potential employer, one page only!. Needed information for this assignment (Layout of assignment is after information):
Working with individuals who suffers with substance abuse, risky behaviors, mental health issues or co-occurring disorders, assisting them to achieve and sustain long term recovery.
QUALIFICATIONS
Community Service Tech II -CSB Residential services ; Interview of client for program, Research data entry, integration of healthy coping skills and education on mental health and substance abuse, integration of client in community to develop independent living and maintain lifestyle of recovery. Chart client observations, following prescribed procedures and standards. Assist in preventing and managing crisis situations. Trains behavioral health techs in all aspects of duties. Delegates tasks to behavioral health techs appropriately. Ensures timely completion of agency required trainings/workshops. Facilitates and co-facilitates groups based on client’s needs and objectives. Administers RUDS as needed / required.
Community service Tech ; Facilitating groups based on triggers and healthy coping skills, Education groups on depression, anxiety and substance abuse, shift notes, safety checks, monitoring clients for wellness. Demonstrates the use of de-escalation, mediation, and other treatment approaches when intervening with clients. Assists the charge nurse in effectively leading the team whenever restraint or seclusion is necessary and documents according to policy. Administers RUDS as needed / required.
Internship-; Facilitating groups such as meditation and relapse prevention. Leads groups based on substance abuse cycle and family dynamics. In addition; Mastery notes, treatment plans, group and individual counseling. Maintain clinical records in accordance with agency policies. Direct care for clients as needed after normal business hours. Administers RUDS as needed / required.
Facilitator– The Hartman Center (2012-2013); Weekly group facilitator that gives focus to various life skills, addiction and criminal behavior topics to youth at risk. Assists with goal developments and risk reduction.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
Middle Georgia Technical 2012
Argosy University 2014– Present—Bachelors in Psychology
ACTS Consulting International, INC—2015 CAC Education– P.A.W.S, Co-Occurring disorders, Relapse Prevention, Recovery Promotion
Georgia Substance Abuse Council – 2015 C.A.R.E.S. (Certified addition recovery empowerment specialist)
Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities- 2016 C.P.S. (Certified Peer Specialist)
Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities- 2016 W.H.A.M (Wellness Coach)
QPR/Suicide Prevention certification – 2017
Certified Anger Management Specialist/ CAMSII – 2017
ASSIGNMENT:::::
Professional Portfolio—Personal Statement/Cover Letter
For this assignment, you will submit the second document to be included in your Professional Portfolio: Your personal statement or a cover letter. As you near completion of your undergraduate education, you have probably been reflecting on your personal and professional development and goals. Summarizing so much personal information on paper is not easy, but it’s important. Many employers complain that in interviews and job applications, students do not seem to know how to articulate the skills and strengths that they bring to the job.
In preparation for writing the personal statement/cover letter, review Dr. Margaret A. Lloyd’s Web site at:http://www.psywww.com/careers/index.htm. Learn what you can do with your bachelor’s degree in Psychology. Determine if you will pursue graduate school or employment upon graduation. Note choices that seem to apply to you and why. If more than one, rank these choices. Describe any concerns you might have regarding your interests. What level of education will you need to pursue? Have you taken any previous courses or trained in this area? These links in particular should be helpful:
- Exploring your abilities, interest, skills, & values www.psywww.com/careers/explore.htm#top
- Graduate School Options: www.psywww.com/careers/options.htm
- Entry-Level Positions www.psywww.com/careers/entry.htm
For this assignment, find a graduate program (if you are preparing your Professional Portfolio with the Graduate School focus) or a job opening that you would like to apply to (if you are preparing your Professional Portfolio with the Employment focus). Look up the details for the application requirements, and tailor your personal statement/cover letter to these specific graduate school/job requirements.
Personal Statement (for those with the Graduate School focus)
This essay may be the single most influential component of a graduate school application. The statement you write for this portfolio gives you a forum for presenting yourself to the admissions committee, scholarship committee, and others who want to know something about you.
In preparation for writing the statement, read the document “Preparing Personal Statements” at: http://www.creighton.edu/soar/preparingapps/statements/. Here are a few of their suggestions:
- find and use your voice
- use concrete examples of what you’ve done
- avoid generalizations, such as “I’m good with people”
- proofread and edit (and ask others to proofread and make suggestions about) your statement to be sure it is free of grammatical and typographical errors, and informal language, “I’m okay with sciences but weak in math”
Cover Letter (for those with the Employment focus)
A cover letter is a way to introduce yourself to a potential employer. This letter should include details about yourself and why you feel you are qualified for the position. Summarize your undergraduate experiences, your strengths and weaknesses, the reasons you are applying and how they will help you meet your professional goals.
Write a cover letter to a prospective employer. The letter, which should accompany your resume, should summarize why you are interested in the job and what qualifications and skills make you an ideal candidate or match for the position. Limit your letter to one page.
Follow this link for advice on writing a cover letter: http://www.uwec.edu/ORSP/IRB/about/submit/Cover-Letter.htm.
Submit your Personal Statement or Cover Letter to the Submissions Area by the due date assigned.
Assignment 2 Grading Criteria and Respective Point Value Maximum Points Presented a personal statement reflecting personal development and goals. Included specific examples of experience and achievement.
OR
Cover letter was clear and concise, while discussing undergraduate experiences, strengths and weaknesses, and reasons for applying to the selected job. 40 Wrote in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrated ethical scholarship in accurate representation and attribution of sources, displayed accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation. 10 Total: 50
Psychosocial Development Case Study Assessment-counselling· Identify the life stage he or she is in, along with the psychological crisis each is experiencing
counselling
Psychosocial Development Case Study Assessment
Overview
The purpose of this assignment is to use what you have learned about lifespan theories, models of resilience, and psychosocial development to assess how well individuals and families are functioning in relation to all three of these areas. To address realistic situations without violating personal rights to privacy, you will view the movie My Big Fat Greek Wedding, or one of the other approved films for this assignment, in order to provide a case scenario.
If you have not yet viewed the movie, you need to do so to complete this assignment. Each movie represents characters in multiple life stages. Identify three characters moving through a different life stage and focus on details that will make your analysis applicable to your specialization.
Directions
For this assignment, imagine you are a counselor working with each of these three characters. Now, conduct the following analysis for each character:
· Identify the life stage he or she is in, along with the psychological crisis each is experiencing.
· Apply psychosocial developmental theory to the situation presented, from the perspective of a counselor:
. Conceptualize your ideas for the developmental tasks of each character selected, grounding your conceptualization in your own area of specialization.
. Include a discussion of the character’s life and factors that might affect behaviors, including cultural and other influences related to the stage of development assessed. To the extent that it is relevant for each character, include an analysis of interrelationships among work, family, and other life roles. Include an analysis of the impact of cultural influences, as well. Refer to specific actions and words of the characters in the movie as evidence for your analysis.
. Support your ideas with specific lifespan theories discussed in this course, citing and referencing your sources.
From a clinical perspective, assess how these three characters function as a family unit:
· Examine their functioning in relation to a model of resilience appropriate to your specialization, and evaluate their challenges and strengths related to wellness and resilience. As each character transitions to his or her next developmental stage, how will the transition impact the functioning of the family unit?
· Support your ideas with appropriate sources on the model of resilience you chose.
Use the document Unit 8 Assignment Template (given in the resources) to prepare and submit your report. Do not include a synopsis of the movie in your paper. Instead, follow the template. Focus on the three selected characters, and the realities of their functioning as a family unit and transitioning within the family unit, as described in the template. Then, provide your assessment of how well they are functioning in relation to your choice of a model of wellness and resilience, as described in the template. Your summary, at the end of the template, should provide a brief, focused review of the key insights in your assessment.
Review the scoring guide given in the resources to make sure you understand how this assignment will be graded.
Other Requirements
Your paper must meet the following requirements:
· Resources: Cite and reference at least three resources from the professional literature that you use as the basis of your ideas related to life span theory and resilience models.
· APA formatting: Resources and citations must be formatted according to current APA style.
· Font and Font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
· Length of Paper: Doing a thorough job on this assignment is likely to require approximately 7–10 typed, double-spaced pages.
· Turnitin: You are required to submit your final version of this paper to Turnitin to generate a final report prior to submitting the assignment for grading. From the Turnitin tool, first submit to the draft link to check your work for any necessary edits. Once the paper is finalized and all edits have been made, submit your final paper to the Final report option for the assignment. Please be advised it can take up to a day to obtain the percentage from Turnitin. When your paper is downloaded and viewable in Turnitin, save the originality report. Refer to the Turnitin Tutorial: Viewing an Originality Report (linked in the Resources) for guidance.
1. Submit your assignment using the following file naming format: Your Name_AssignmentNumber_Assignment Title (example: Ima_Learner_u08a1_CaseStudyAssessment).
2. In the comment section, provide the percentage from the final Turnitin report (example: Final Turnitin percentage = 4%). Please be prepared to provide your faculty member with a copy of the Turnitin report should this be requested of you.
Resources
· Psychosocial Development Case Study Assessment Scoring Guide.
· APA Style and Format.
Overview
The purpose of this assignment is to use what you have learned about lifespan theories, models of resilience, and psychosocial development to assess how well individuals and families are functioning in relation to all three of these areas. To address realistic situations without violating personal rights to privacy, you will view the movie My Big Fat Greek Wedding, or one of the other approved films for this assignment, in order to provide a case scenario.
If you have not yet viewed the movie, you need to do so to complete this assignment. Each movie represents characters in multiple life stages. Identify three characters moving through a different life stage and focus on details that will make your analysis applicable to your specialization.
Directions
For this assignment, imagine you are a counselor working with each of these three characters. Now, conduct the following analysis for each character:
· Identify the life stage he or she is in, along with the psychological crisis each is experiencing.
· Apply psychosocial developmental theory to the situation presented, from the perspective of a counselor:
. Conceptualize your ideas for the developmental tasks of each character selected, grounding your conceptualization in your own area of specialization.
. Include a discussion of the character’s life and factors that might affect behaviors, including cultural and other influences related to the stage of development assessed. To the extent that it is relevant for each character, include an analysis of interrelationships among work, family, and other life roles. Include an analysis of the impact of cultural influences, as well. Refer to specific actions and words of the characters in the movie as evidence for your analysis.
. Support your ideas with specific lifespan theories discussed in this course, citing and referencing your sources.
From a clinical perspective, assess how these three characters function as a family unit:
· Examine their functioning in relation to a model of resilience appropriate to your specialization, and evaluate their challenges and strengths related to wellness and resilience. As each character transitions to his or her next developmental stage, how will the transition impact the functioning of the family unit?
· Support your ideas with appropriate sources on the model of resilience you chose.
Use the document Unit 8 Assignment Template (given in the resources) to prepare and submit your report. Do not include a synopsis of the movie in your paper. Instead, follow the template. Focus on the three selected characters, and the realities of their functioning as a family unit and transitioning within the family unit, as described in the template. Then, provide your assessment of how well they are functioning in relation to your choice of a model of wellness and resilience, as described in the template. Your summary, at the end of the template, should provide a brief, focused review of the key insights in your assessment.
Review the scoring guide given in the resources to make sure you understand how this assignment will be graded.
Other Requirements
Your paper must meet the following requirements:
· Resources: Cite and reference at least three resources from the professional literature that you use as the basis of your ideas related to life span theory and resilience models.
· APA formatting: Resources and citations must be formatted according to current APA style.
· Font and Font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
· Length of Paper: Doing a thorough job on this assignment is likely to require approximately 7–10 typed, double-spaced pages.
· Turnitin: You are required to submit your final version of this paper to Turnitin to generate a final report prior to submitting the assignment for grading. From the Turnitin tool, first submit to the draft link to check your work for any necessary edits. Once the paper is finalized and all edits have been made, submit your final paper to the Final report option for the assignment. Please be advised it can take up to a day to obtain the percentage from Turnitin. When your paper is downloaded and viewable in Turnitin, save the originality report. Refer to the Turnitin Tutorial: Viewing an Originality Report (linked in the Resources) for guidance.
1. Submit your assignment using the following file naming format: Your Name_AssignmentNumber_Assignment Title (example: Ima_Learner_u08a1_CaseStudyAssessment).
2. In the comment section, provide the percentage from the final Turnitin report (example: Final Turnitin percentage = 4%). Please be prepared to provide your faculty member with a copy of the Turnitin report should this be requested of you.
Resources
· Psychosocial Development Case Study Assessment Scoring Guide.
· APA Style and Format.