Similarities in Counseling Adults and Adolescents
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A 5 page research paper that discusses the similarities between counseling for adults and counseling for adolescents. In order to do this, the writer compares adult and adolescent counseling for sexual abuse and argues that, based on these observations, the two areas are quite similar when it comes to basics. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Social Needs Assessment Strategy for the Homeless
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A 6 page discussion of the assessment process for homeless clients. Emphasizes that while these clients typically need temporary shelter as well as food, clothing, and jobs but long-term intervention is often needed as well. The case counselor must be able to assess both the initial long-term needs of these clients in the short time frame of one interview so that appropriate arrangements may be made for obtaining shelter, meeting the immediate needs of the client, and steering that client in a direction which will also address their long-term needs. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Social Service Agency Overview
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4 pages in length. Mental illness is certainly no laughing matter, but it also should not be held in such seriousness that the individual afflicted with the disease feels like an outsider. Taking a resolute yet uplifting approach to counseling the mentally ill, the Western Carolina Center (WCC) in Morganton, North Carolina brings forth a refreshingly positive – if not friendly – ambiance to the social services setting. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Social Work Has a Duty To "Warn and Protect"
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(5 pp) There are some who have stated it is "the duty of the social worker to warn and protect" their clients. Although there may be some dissention concerning the word, "duty," this discussion will show that is indeed the overall aim of the professional social worker. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Social Work: Dealing with an Unlikable Client
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This 3 page paper discusses the case of Betty S., and a therapist's possible reaction to her personally and to her situation. It argues that despite the fact that the initial reaction could well be one of disgust, the therapist must pull away from making any sort of judgment if he is to engage in effective intervention.
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Social work: listening and communication skills
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A paper which looks at the nature of listening skills in social work, in relation to the social worker's interaction with the client and also in terms of interdisciplinary communications. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Social Workers in Mental Health Services
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This 6 page paper discusses social workers in the mental health field, with particular emphasis on the Wellstone legislation that recently passed the House. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
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Spirituality & Religion in Counseling
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A 6 page research paper/essay that considers the integration of spirituality and religion with therapeutic techniques within the framework of counseling. In increasing numbers, health practitioners, clinicians and therapeutic counselors are realizing that spirituality and religion are an indispensable component of human life. Furthermore, these professionals are increasingly realizing that the incorporation of spiritual and religious elements within the framework of counseling or health care facilitates the healing process and promotes the achievement of positive client outcomes. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: khsprcon.rtf

Stopping Drug Abuse Before It Begins
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A 15 page presentation & proposal designed to fulfill an unmet need in an inner-city community. The writer discusses how a social services center can be used to gather support from parents & teachers in proactively taking kids off the streets and helping them to avoid drug use before ever starting. Relevant social theories, constituents involved, and a plan for presenting the idea to the local government are presented. Bibliography lists 16 sources.
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Structural Analysis of Human Behavior in the Social Environment
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A 4 page paper assessing the case of Client X, a 52-year-old Puerto Rican American woman having difficulty dealing with the absence of the traditional Hispanic extended family support structure so closely attached to the Hispanic culture. Unmet expectations can be devastating for the individual taken unaware. Client X should be able to examine and rationalize events and conditions and be able to accept things as they are, but she first will need to discover her own expectations and their origins. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: KSsocTheoInd.rtf

Substance Abuse Counseling For Diverse Populations
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A 5 page paper that begins with results of a study regarding access to treatment for certain racial/ethnic groups. The next issue discussed has to do with the counselor's cultural competence when working with diverse populations. The writer discusses issues regarding counseling the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered populations. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Substance Abuse Treatment Programs
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A 12 page paper that explores present treatments for substance abuse. The paper is a discussion and comparison of twelve-step programs, individual therapy, family system therapies, and group therapies--but focuses primarily on the synthesis of these treatment programs, which mirrors current practice. The paper also provides statistics from several comparative analyses on the success of these program types. Bibliography lists twelve sources.
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Support Groups / Mentally Retarded Adults & Their Parents
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A 5 page research paper that discusses the need for and benefits of support groups for mentally retarded or developmentally disabled adults. Discussion of the benefits of the same sort of support group for parents of adult children with developmental disabilities is also offered. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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SUPPORT OF FAMILY DURING DYING
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This 3-page paper discusses societal and psychological support necessary for relatives of the dying. Discussions center on the need for education, intervention and stronger employee bereavement plans. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Support Services for Gay and Lesbian Children and Adolescents
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This 3 page paper examines gay and lesbian support services for children and adolescents. Research is provided to support the assumptions. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Talking With A Family About Incest
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This 5 page report is written from the counselor's perspective after being assigned by the court to a case where a 35 year-old man is arrested for having intercourse with his 13 year old daughter. How should the situation be handled? Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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