Short Discussion Question

Choose 3 questions out of 6.

Write about 3 paragraphs each. (Total around 2~3 pages)

I’ve attached few powerpoint files which include career development theories. (please refer to it)

Depth answers. Add your own ideas, interpretations.

 

 

1.  Give examples of how different cultural work values and worldviews can be sources of conflict and misunderstanding in the workplace.

2.  Discuss some of the specific gender-related career issues and career counseling implications.

3.  How have your gender and your cultural background influenced your career?

4.  Describe some of the ways families are changing and the potential impact on career development.

5.  Discuss the special needs of individuals with disabilities.

6.  Describe some examples of discrimination gay/lesbian/bisexual persons might experience at work.

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Discussion 1: Assessment of Anxiety and Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders

A client’s description of symptoms and the observations of the clinical social worker are not always reliable when determining a diagnosis for an anxiety disorder. Therefore, anxiety measurements are very useful in clinical practice. An anxiety scale can indicate the level of severity, which helps the clinician determine the appropriate treatment.

For this Discussion, review the case study, “Working with Clients with Severe Persistent Mental Illness: The Case of Emily,” and read the DSM-5 chapters on anxiety disorders and obsessive-compulsive and related disorders. Remember, you will determine a diagnosis for Emily. Also, read the article on anxiety disorders by Olatuni, Cisler, and Tolin (2007). Finally, search the literature for an evidence-based assessment scale that would assist you in your diagnosis.

• Post a clinical diagnosis for Emily based on the information provided in the case study, using the diagnostic criteria of the DSM-5. 
• Note that the diagnosis in the case study was based on the DSM-IV. Include other conditions that may be a focus of clinical attention in your diagnosis. 
• Compare the two diagnoses, particularly when using a person-in-environment approach. 
• What target behaviors and/or symptoms does the scale assess? 
• How valid and reliable is the assessment tool? 
• How is the scale administered? 
• How would this tool help you with your diagnosis?