Discussion 1
Families and Children Discussion
Answer all three parts of this discussion. 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 (http://www.fmgondemand.com/play/J3PXBD) as an intellectual foundation for your response and avoid giving your personal opinions based on any personal observations or experiences.
Families and children occupy a central place in social work. Why?
Have social problems concerning families and children changed or remained stable over time? Explain.
What is the American mindset about families? How does this influence what social workers do with
Families?
Discussion 2
Problems in Families Discussion
Describe briefly three explanations or theories for causes of problems in families. Then discuss how social workers use these three explanations or theories to help families by:
- Explaining the causes of problems according to each theory.
- 2. Identifying one intended goal of the social work interventions that fall under each theory.
- 3. Identifying one method of meeting those goals.
- 4. Identifying one desired outcome of interventions.
Use all materials to date. Note that you are demonstrating that you can apply theories and perspectives to situations. Support your claims.
