Discussion 1: Mental Health versus Mental Illness
Properly poised and magnificently coiffed, Michelle entertains the MOM_ After taking one last spoonful of soup, she politely excuses herself from the dinner table and retreats to the bathroom.
Uncovering a toothbrus.h concealed in her purse, she pushes the toothbrush down her throat and gags. With this behavior, Michelle concea's much more than a toothbrush_
Patterns of mental illness might be concealed all too well by external variables: such as a successful lifestyle, a well-groomed appearance, or a dynamic personality. At times, those suffering with mental illness may be able to control external variables, thus hiding any signs and symptoms. As a result, the differentiation between mental health and mental illness is not always so dear.
As a future professional in the field of psychology, you must consider how mental health differs from mental illness for an accurate diagnosis on the basis of the DSM.
For this Discussion, consider the different ways to conceptualize mental health and mental illness in the field of psychology_ Think about how this conceptualization may influence your assessment and diagnosis of a client.
With these thoughts in mind:
Post by Bay 3 a brief explanation of the different ways in which mental health and mental illness may be conceptualized in the field of psychology_ Then explain at least two ways in which this conceptualization may influence your assessment and diagnosis of a client Provide examples based on current literature and Learning Resources.
Be sure to support your postings and responses with specific references to the Learning Resources and current literature_
Read a selection of your colleagues' postings_
Respond by Gay 5 to at least one of your colleagues' postings in one or more of the lapwing 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' posting_
Return to this Discussion in a few days to read the responses to your initial posting_ Note what you have learned andfor any insights you have gained as a result of the comments your colleagues made.
Discussion 2: Risk and Resilience
Many variables, such as work, family, friends, and/or lifestyle, may influence the development of mental illness. Along with these variables: a client's individual variables: such as age and maturity, may also play a role in this development.
Although such variables may increase a client's Level of risk in the development of mental illness, conversely, they may also assist in a client's level of resilience. As a future professional in the field, it is essential to understand how variables influence the development of mental illness.
For this Discussion, select a variable that contributes to risk and resilience for a client Think about why this variable might be considered in client diagnosis. Consider how this variable may interact with one individual variable.
With these thoughts in mind:
Post by Day 4 a brief description of one variable that contributes to risk and resilience of clients_ Then explain why this variable is important to client diagnosis_ Finally, explain how this variable might interact with one individual variable in the development of psychopathology.
Provide an example and justify your response using the current literature and Learning Resources.
Be sore to support your postings and responses vvith specific references to the Learning Resources and current fiteratura
Read a selection of your colleagues' postings_
Respond by Day I to at least one of 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 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.
Discussion 3
This week, you will discuss potential challenges you and your classmates foresee in the coming weeks. Together, you can share strategies that could help you overcome these challenges. as a group and individually.
This dialogue through the Discussion Board is designed to connect you with your new colleagues so that you can develop community and engage with each other in a supportive manner as you begin the educational journey together.
To prepare for this Discussion:
• Locate and download your Program of Study (PD S) from your Field of Study tab, found in the left navigation menu.
• Review Walden's mission and vision statements and Walden's goals and values in this week's Learning Resources.
• Explore the web page "Social Change," located in this week's Learning Resources_
• Reflect on what you hope to achieve as a graduate student personally, professionally, and within the larger community.
• Consider factors that could pose a challenge to the successful completion of your chosen degree.
• Reflect on your values, ideals, and goals in relation to what you have learned about Walden.
• Think about how you will incorporate a commitment to social change, particularly as it relates to the area(s) of interest represented by your program/specialization, into your professional, personal, and academic goals_
With these thoughts in mind:
Post by Day 3 a description of at least two expectations that you have about your program (e.g., something you hope to get out of the graduate program, for yourself, your family, or your community)and how the expectations of your program are aligned with what you have learned about the requirements of your program.
Apply those expectations and hopes to Walden's mission, vision, and values. Then, describe at least two challenges Of barriers you foresee in completing your degree. Explain why you chose this particular field of study at Walden and how you intend to use your degree.
Read a selection of your colleagues' postings and note the similarities and differences compared to what you shared.
Respond by Day 5 to two of your colleagues, and continue the Discussion through Day 7 by affirming colleagues' concerns or hopes and suggesting another strategy you find useful_ Suggest at least one resource at Walden that they might also find helpful.
Discussion 4: Preparing for Academic Success: Managing Your Time and Resources
Many students begin their graduate programs without considering how they will incorporate their studies into their current responsibilities and schedules. Online learning offers flexibility; but this is within the framework of a program that is built around weekly assignments and due dates.
In this week's Discussion; you will begin to think about what you and your colleagues bring to this journey in terms of time management skills, abilities, and knowledge that can help you all succeed_
To prepare for this Discussion:
Reflect on your current schedule. During an average week, what days and specific hours will you be able to set aside for your academic studies?
Consider what you need to do to create the time required to pursue your graduate degree. What factors could interfere with your time management plan? What strategies do you need to put into place to assure success?
With these thoughts in mind:
Post by Day 4_ an explanation of at least one strategy that you will use to help you overcome those challenges to completing your degree that might also be useful to your colleagues_ Describe what your weekly schedule will look like in order to accommodate preparation for assignments and meeting due dates_ Describe any supports you will need to put into place in order to create this time. Also: explain your back-up plan for technical problems or personal issues that might arise. Identify at least one best practice that you plan to use to manage your time and resources_
Read a selection of your colleagues' postings and note the similarities and differences compared to what you shared.
Respond by Day 6 to at least two of your colleagues, and continue the Discussion through Day I to further develop your thoughts and ideas about this topic.