Cognitive theory emphasizes the influence of cognitive distortions and deficits on clients’ lives. Devise an assessment and intervention strategy for an otherwise well-adjusted client who is being discharged after spending three days in a hospital after a first heart attack.
What will be an ideal response?
In this assignment students must devise a cognitive intervention strategy for a person who does not experience cognitive distortions, but instead requires help in developing coping strategies for a new and unique problem situation regarding physical health. The student’s interventions should feature skills development and education that cover the following topics:
• The client may have cognitive deficits about health care following surgery
• The client may need assistance in developing coping skills for the new physical limitations that follow the illness
• The client may need help in developing relaxation techniques
• The client’s family may need support, including education
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The _____ is a graphic way of investigating the origins of a client’s or client family’s presenting problem by diagramming the family over at least three generations
a. Eco-map b. Genogram c. Social history d. Case record
In order to effectively assess risk and ensure safety, a child welfare agency must:
a. Gather relevant information about risk and protective factors b. Analyze information c. Make decision that will provide interventions that increase safety d. All of the above
What volume is this article published in?
A) 4 B) 2003 C) 21 D) 359
A 22-year-old male client with depression is referred to a social worker. The social worker administers the Hamilton Rating Scale for Depression and then begins to educate the client about depression. The social worker explains that the therapy will be short-term, weekly one-hour sessions, and concludes with a treatment contract. The social worker is MOST likely using:
a) Interpersonal therapy b) Reality therapy c) Cognitive behavioral therapy d) Problem solving therapy