Problem 1.) What are the fundamental ethical ideas emphasized in Frederic Reamer and Sr. Ann Patrick Conrad's The Essential Steps for Ethical Problem-Solving?
Problem 2.) Ethical decision-making, the ETHIC Model and Frederic Reamer and Sr. Ann Patrick Conrad's approach. Both offer valuable frameworks for addressing ethical dilemmas in social work practice. How does the ETHIC Model's step-by-step approach help social workers make ethical decisions? Are there any specific examples or scenarios where this model is particularly effective? Are there any real-life examples or case studies that illustrate the differences in outcomes when using the ETHIC Model versus Reamer and Sr. Ann Patrick Conrad's approach to ethical decision-making?
Problem 3.) You are seeing an adult client who has been engaging in premarital sex and has informed you of an unplanned pregnancy. She has relayed she is 6 weeks along in her pregnancy and is dealing with a plethora of emotions. She is considering all of her options and feels that having an abortion is what might be right for her. She is unaware of where/what agencies provide abortions and has asked for you to help her locate an agency.
- Do you encounter an ethical dilemma with this scenario? If so, detail the ethical dilemma in this situation. If you don't encounter an ethical dilemma with this scenario, detail why.
- What social work values, principles, and standards relate to this scenario?
- Select an ethical decision-making model and use the NASW Code of Ethics to detail how you, the social worker would respond to your client's request for help.
- In the actions you detail in #3, point to the social work values, principles, or standards that guided your specific actions.