Write a short paper (maximum three pages, double-spaced) choosing a population in our society that is viewed as disadvantaged or discriminated against, such as persons living in poverty, people with a disability, individuals with mental illness, immigrants, a minority ethnic or religious group, native peoples, children or youth, or members of the LGBT community.
How are social problems defined or viewed by society in relation to this population?
How are social justice issues framed in relation to this population?
What do social workers do when working with this population (this is a micro system perspective)? Explain and evaluate:
How do they assess needs, engage clients, and design and deliver interventions?
How do they validate their processes and practices (how do they know their interventions work)?
How do social beliefs influence the way this group or population is viewed and supported by the social work profession? (This is a macro system perspective.)
What is your appraisal of the relationship between the philosophical intentions of social work, the United States mindset regarding this population, and society in general?
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Written communication: Written communication is free of errors that detract from the overall message.
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Discussion : Families and Children
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Discussion Participation Scoring Guide.
For this discussion, answer the questions that follow. Consider the intentions and philosophy of social work when formulating your response.
Provide examples to illustrate and references to support your claims. Rely on both your readings and the film as an intellectual foundation for your response and avoid giving your personal opinions based on any personal observations or experiences.
Why do families and children occupy a central place in social work?
How have social problems concerning families and children changed or remained stable over time?
What is the American mindset about families? How are families defined in American society, and how does this influence what social workers do with families?
Response Guidelines
Comment on responses from at least one learner. Continue the discussion by offering contrasting or alternative points of view. Rely on your own readings, interpretations, experiences to extend the conversation and impart new knowledge.