Category: Family and child studies

Instructions

For this assignment you will be writing a session plan for a psychoeducational group in which you are teaching the 6-step problem-solving method to the clients. For this you will write out what you will say and what the client responses may be. Pick a problem. It can be anything you want, and you can use the problem you talked about in the questions earlier. For the script you will:

1. Introduce the 6-step problem solving method, explain why this is being taught (think about what the benefit of using this process is)
2. Use a problem to go through the steps of the process
3. Your group does not have a consensus on the strategy, what will you do?
4. Do a follow up session. This will be another day in which you do step 5. Evaluate the decision based on what you did in #3.

Your group should have at least 3 clients and responses from all three need to be included. Example:

Leader: Today we are going to talk about problem solving.

Client 1: We all have a lot of those.

Client 2: I have a problem I need to work out.

Client 3: We dont have time to solve all your problems.

That is for illustration purposes, you dont have to put attitude into your clients

This assignment is designed to help you develop visual literacy and critical thinking skills by analyzing how media messages communicate meaning through images. You will also practice evaluating the credibility of sources and persuasive techniques used in visual media.

Select Two image-based media message to analyze. This can be:

• A social media post (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, X/Twitter)
• A print or digital advertisement
• An infographic from a website, magazine, or news outlet

Ensure the media is appropriate for class. Refer to if you are unsure.

Attach the media item to your write-up. You can include a screenshot, photo, or link to the image; please also state where you found the image, such as a social media account or website.

Write an analysis that addresses the following questions:

• Purpose: What is the main goal of the media message? Is it trying to inform, persuade, entertain, or sell something?
• Audience: Who is the intended audience? Consider age, gender, interests, values, or other demographic factors.
• Techniques: How does it appeal to you? Is it persuasive? Does it make you feel emotional in any way? Think about color, layout, facial expressions, symbols, or slogans.
• Credibility: Does the message rely on facts, statistics, or expert sources? Are these sources trustworthy and clearly cited?

Part Two

Download the version of the paragraph Jordan wrote (below). Your task is to rewrite it in your own words using proper paraphrasing techniques. Include an in-text APA citation and a full reference. Explain:

• Why a citation was needed
• What changed in your version
• Why ethical writing choices matter in group work

This assignment helps you practice real-world paraphrasing while making ethical decisions that protect academic credibility.

Jordans Paragraph

“Online degree programs are gaining popularity. They are also known as asynchronous

learning, make use of various internet technologies to enable individuals to complete

coursework and earn a degree, whether an associates or a bachelors degree. The benefit is

that they dont have to travel to a physical campus. Rather than sitting in a classroom,

student benefit from learning on their home computers or tablets. They learn using email,

course sites and multimedia. Students and teachers interact in chat rooms or forums.

Online programs offer flexibility to students and allow learning institutions to provide

updated and expanded learning materials instead of relying on outdated materials. There

are many benefits to an online education.”

Lee, M., & English, M. (2025). Online degree programs: Overview. Points of View: Online

Degree Programs, 16. https://research-ebsco-

com.postu.idm.oclc.org/c/lmj52r/viewer/pdf/ocrmbtj5kb

Imagine that you have been asked to speak to a group of parents, childcare workers, and teachers about early language development. Be prepared to answer the following questions: (1) What are some major milestones of language development in infancy and toddlerhood? (2) How can adults support language development in infants and toddlers? (3) What cultural factors should be considered? Reply to classmates below Grecia (1) What are some major milestones of language development in infancy and toddlerhood? Some major milestones of language development in infancy and toddlerhood include both receptive language (what children understand) and expressive language (what they can say). In early infancy, babies communicate mainly through crying and cooing, usually around 2 months. By around 46 months, they begin babbling and experimenting with sounds like ba or da. Around 810 months, babies start using gestures like pointing or waving and may respond to their name. By about 12 months, many toddlers say their first words and can understand simple instructions. Between 1824 months, vocabulary expands quickly, and children may start combining two words such as more milk or mommy go. By age 23, toddlers typically begin forming short sentences and can ask basic questions, showing more complex communication. (2) How can adults support language development in infants and toddlers? Adults can support language development by consistently talking, reading, and interacting with infants and toddlers. One of the most effective strategies is responding to a babys sounds and attempts at communication, because it encourages them to keep practicing. Reading books aloud daily is also important because it builds vocabulary and helps children recognize patterns in language. Adults can also support development by narrating daily activities, such as saying Now were washing your hands or Lets put on your shoes, which helps children connect words to actions. Singing songs, playing games like peek-a-boo, and encouraging toddlers to label objects also strengthen language skills. (3) What cultural factors should be considered? Cultural factors are important because families may have different communication styles, values, and languages spoken at home. Some cultures encourage children to speak freely with adults, while others teach children to listen more and speak only when appropriate. This can affect how quickly children appear to develop speaking skills in certain settings. Bilingual or multilingual children may mix languages at first, but this is normal and not a delay. It is also important to respect dialects and differences in speech patterns, since they are part of a childs cultural identity. Teachers and childcare workers should avoid viewing language differences as a problem and instead support the childs home language while helping them build skills in the language used in school. Carolina Language development in children happens in predictable stages, especially during infancy and toddlerhood. At about 2 months, infants begin making cooing vowel sounds, which are very simple. Around 6 months, babbling starts, and this includes repeated sounds like ba-ba or da-da. By about 12 months, children often say their first words, such as mama, dada, or bye. As children move into toddlerhood, they begin using two-word utterances between 18 and 24 months, such as mommy go. By around age 2, their vocabulary starts to grow quickly, and from there they continue learning new words as they interact with peers and experience a variety of settings. There are many ways adults can support language development in infants and toddlers. One of the simplest and most effective ways is talking to children, even before they can talk back. When infants begin to babble, adults should respond and encourage communication, making it feel like a real conversation. Reading books aloud, naming pictures, and using simple, clear language with repetition are also very important for language development. It is helpful to allow children time to respond, such as taking turns during communication, even if their response is just a sound, gesture, or single word. Its also important to understand that language development can differ due to cultural factors. Different cultures have their own ways of communicating with children, which can influence how language develops. Some cultures speak directly to infants, while others expect children to learn by listening and observing. In bilingual households, childrens language development may look different, but this is normal and often comes with long-term benefits. Cultural differences in language development should always be respected and understood, and not viewed as delays. Janessa 1) Early language development is such a special moment in growth during infancy. One of the first major milestones an infant goes through is hearing their first cry during early birth. As they get older, they start making cooing noises and their eyes start opening up and they start making eye contact. Once the baby has made it through a few months, they start to make vowel sounds developing more language development. Another major milestone is when the infant reaches one year old, they start to develop more of a language barrier and start saying their first words. Usually infants’ first words are “mama” or “dada” or simple words like that. This comes from hearing their parents teaching them these words and constantly hearing them. This is a big stage for toddlers as they get older and they start saying more complex words/sentences. 2) Adults play a big role in an infant’s early language development. As I stated earlier, infants are more prone to saying the words they hear from their parents because they hear it more often. Adults can be repetitive with these words and help sound them out for their babies to grasp. Adults can support language development by doing many things such as reading books, showing educational videos, daily activities, and many more. I know from personal experience, I would read books to my little sister, and she would start saying those words more frequently as time went on. Adults can make a big impact on language development, and it is very important that they take responsibility in doing so and helping their infants with this milestone. 3) There are many cultural factors that can be included in early language development. I know a very big one is being bilingual and speaking another language besides English. Hearing the bilingual language at home can help show the cultural styles and how to be comfortable in it. I believe that teaching kids this at a young age is a great way to help their language skills and in fact better their future. This provides long-term skills and helps value their culture. This is also a good way to introduce them into speaking more than one language, which is beneficial for them in the long run.

Week 1 Assignment 1: Examine the AAMFT Code of Ethics

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Part 1

Create a graphic that reflects which codes to include in each category listed. You can do this in a chart form or another appropriate format to address each of the five bullets.

Read the AAMFT Code of Ethics in your weekly resources. As you are reading the Code, please be sure to reflect on the following considerations in your graphic presentation:

What codes do you think you will encounter frequently?

What codes do you think are the most difficult to adhere to for therapists?

What codes need more clarification? Why?

What codes do you think should be changed? Why?

What codes refer to privacy, informed consent, and confidentiality?

Part 2

You are asked to write a blog to a group of MFT practicum students about the following scenario:

You have been working with Alan and Shelley for the last 3 months to address issues in their marriage. Recently you saw their two young children, ages 10 and 8 for three sessions at the request of both parents to help the children cope with their parents frequent arguments and fighting. In your most recent session with the parents, they report that they are separating, and Alan wants to view your therapy notes with the children. He also threatens to subpoena your therapy records in the future custody battle if you do not oblige now. Your notes contain confidential information about your sessions, the children, and their parental preference in terms of who to live with should a custody issue arise.

You let Alan know that you will discuss the therapy sessions with him and Shelley together once you have addressed it with the children. At this time, you refuse to share any of your notes.

Include in your blog answers to the following questions:

How will you, as their therapist, proceed with the situation and handle the request?

Describe which ethical and legal principles are applied to this situation.

Describe how ethical and legal principles are applied to this situation.

Based on what is written in the vignette about the therapists actions, what, if anything, would you have done differently?

Length: 3-5 pages, not including title and reference pages; 1 page for the graphic

References: Use at least 3-5 of this weeks resources in your assignment.

The completed assignment should address all of the assignment requirements, exhibit evidence of concept knowledge, and demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the content presented in the course. The writing should integrate scholarly resources, reflect academic expectations and current APA standards, and adhere to National University’s Academic Integrity Policy.

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Code of ethics

https://www.aamft.org/Legal_Ethics/Code_of_Ethics.aspx

Can you please rewrite less Ai 3 pages long mla format

Please recommend TWO community support services that should be provided to help the Groh family. Consider the strengths you identified for Katalina and Eli in the first discussion. (Do not copy online information directly. You can refer to the resources, but please write in your own words.) If you have a support service in mind that you don’t believe already exists, explain the idea in your response.

Submit ideas to these important components in your final Book Report. Submit as a short answer outline in a Word document. Please use APA citation.

Parents often wonder if their child is developing “normally” and like other children of the same age. Xiao’s mother and father are not alone in this respect. They have often questioned Xiao’s habit of ignoring their requests or asking to have things repeated. A family friend mentioned that a developmental screening clinic was being held at the public library later this month and suggested that Xiao’s mother should call and make an appointment. Xiao is almost 3 years old and bilingual. He speaks relatively few words that are understandable although his family can anticipate what he is attempting to communicate. He stays with his grandmother during the day while his parents work at the nearby hospital. Xiao’s grandmother speaks only Mandarin and has few books and toys for him to play with. She takes him on long walks or to the neighborhood park most mornings. Xiao’s mother is trying to teach him English when they are at home so he “will be able to talk with the other children” when he begins to attend preschool next year. On the day of the developmental screening, Xiao’s weight and height were measured and both were noted to be in the 40 th vision, hearing, speech, cognitive skills, and motor abilities were also assessed. Although Xiao is small for his age, his motor skills were found to be within the normal range, but his speech and cognitive skills are delayed. The i am leader read through the child history form that Xiao’s parents had completed and noted that he had several food allergies, as well as frequent upper respiratory and ear infections. Xiao’s hearing test revealed a moderate loss in both ears. (10 Prepare a two-paragraph essay in which you identify the risk factors that may be contributing to Xiao’s delayed speech and cognitive development based on the information in this chapter. Identify two developmentally appropriate goals that you would set for Xiao and describe at least three strategies that his parents and grandmother can implement at home to promote his cognitive and language development. ?

• Provide a thoughtful, well-organized narrative that addresses each question.
• Support your ideas with examples from your own experiences or with insights from course readings and additional scholarly resources.