Category: Social Work

Needs two pages research paper on “Childrens Trauma related through Migrants experiences”. 2 cited sources APA 7th edition

Required Readings For this week, read the following articles and book chapters: Chapter 4, Evaluating Policy Proposals – Policy Analysis for Social Workers (Caputo, 2014) Chapter 5, Matching Policy Proposals to Problems – Policy Analysis for Social Workers (Caputo, 2014) Transforming Poverty-Related Policy with Intersectionality (Corus, Saatcioglu, Kaufman-Scarborough, Blocker, Upadhyaya, & Appau, 2016) Critical Thinking about Inequality: An Emerging Lens (Dill & Zambrana, 2009) Reference List: 1. Caputo, R.K. (2014). Policy analysis for social workers. SAGE. 2. Corus, C. Saatcioglu, B., Kaufman-Scarborough, C., Blocker, C.P., Upadhyaya, S, & Appau, S. (2016). Transforming poverty-related policy with intersectionality. Journal of Public Policy & Marketing, 35(2), 211-222. 3. Dill, B.T., & Zambrana, R.E. (2009). Critical thinking about inequality: An emerging lens. In B. Thorton Dill & R.E. Zambrana (Eds.), Emerging intersections: Race, class, and gender in theory, policy, and practice (pp. 1 21). Rutgers University Press. Purpose The goal of this discussion is to help you apply theoretical frameworks from Caputo (2014) to real-world policy analysis by critically evaluating how a specific public policy or program aligns with and addresses a chosen social problem. This exercise strengthens your ability to assess ideological assumptions, cultural contexts, and social justice implicationsskills essential for developing evidence-based policy recommendations and preparing for your upcoming policy brief analysis. Instructions Initial Post Caputo (2014) explores the importance of evaluating and matching policy proposals to social problems. To pragmatically apply the concepts and approaches offered by Caputo, you will: Identify a public policy or program that addresses the social problem you selected in Module 2. Consider the eligibility criteria of the policy or program by addressing the following questions: What ideological assumptions are driving the purported or stated link between the target beneficiaries of the program or policy? What does this tell us about the cultural and political environment in which the policy or program was originally adopted and about contemporary society? What change, if any, would you recommend to improve the merit of this policy to advance social justice? Your post should be grounded in the course materials and reference them as sources. Be sure to demonstrate critical and analytical thought as you discuss the prompts.

Within 1-2 sentences, develop a values statement that reflects your personal values and beliefs for your life. Next, select a news article (from a reputable source, i.e., Associated Press) from the past year related to a social problem of interest to you. You will rationally explain the social problems connection to social work. Add the article that you chose for your paper on your reference list or 20% will be taken off this assignment. Write a 5-page paper, excluding title and reference pages, in which you explore your own personal value system, the social problem, and how it fits with National Association of Social Workers (NASW) values and ethics. Upload the paper via Turnitin in Canvas. The paper should address the following:

Present your values statement with a description of your core values (1 page)

Where/how did you learn these values? What are some of the life messages that your parents, grandparents or other caregivers shared with you? What are some of the life messages shared in? How can these messages direct you in social work practice? (less than 1 page)

In what areas do your values agree with the National Association Social Workers (NASW) values (see NASW Code of Ethics: Ethical Principles)? (1 page)

In what areas do your values diverge from social work values? (1 page)

Summarize the social problem from your selected article (less than 1 page). What population is impacted by this problem? What are the main issues experienced by those impacted by this problem?

How do your core values impact your ability to work with the population identified as impacted by the social problem ? (less than 1 page)

How might any areas of difference between your values and social work values affect your ability to practice social work? (less than 1 page)

Within 1-2 sentences, develop a values statement that reflects your personal values and beliefs for your life. Next, select a news article (from a reputable source, i.e., Associated Press) from the past year related to a social problem of interest to you. You will rationally explain the social problems connection to social work. Add the article that you chose for your paper on your reference list or 20% will be taken off this assignment. Write a 5-page paper, excluding title and reference pages, in which you explore your own personal value system, the social problem, and how it fits with National Association of Social Workers (NASW) values and ethics. Upload the paper via Turnitin in Canvas. The paper should address the following:

Present your values statement with a description of your core values (1 page)

Where/how did you learn these values? What are some of the life messages that your parents, grandparents or other caregivers shared with you? What are some of the life messages shared in? How can these messages direct you in social work practice? (less than 1 page)

In what areas do your values agree with the National Association Social Workers (NASW) values (see NASW Code of Ethics: Ethical Principles)? (1 page)

In what areas do your values diverge from social work values? (1 page)

Summarize the social problem from your selected article (less than 1 page). What population is impacted by this problem? What are the main issues experienced by those impacted by this problem?

How do your core values impact your ability to work with the population identified as impacted by the social problem ? (less than 1 page)

How might any areas of difference between your values and social work values affect your ability to practice social work? (less than 1 page)

Teratogens are ubiquitous toxins that affect prenatal development. Cleaning supplies, drugs, and alcohol are among the teratogens that we may encounter in our daily lives. Use the Internet to research scholarly literature and medically reviewed websites, such as the Mayo Clinic and The Centers for Disease Control (CDC), for information about teratogens and their effects on prenatal development. Literature Search Resources page. Assessing Internet Sources The websites listed in the resources for each assignment in this course are examples of reputable sources. When identifying reputable Internet sources, consider the following questions: Who is the author? Is the individual or organization well-known in their field? Who publishes the information? Is the publisher the same as the author? Is the source reliable? Does the source show a bias or intent? Instructions Alcohol and tobacco products are widely known and well-publicized teratogens. For this assignment, select a teratogen other than alcohol or tobacco. Assume the role in the following scenario: You are teaching at a local college and want to provide your students with an example of how a specific teratogen affects a critical trimester of fetal development, considering timing, dosage, duration, and genetics. Prepare a lecture, using relevant and recent references to illustrate and explain the implications of a selected teratogen on prenatal development and consider the impact of this teratogen on the individual, family, and society as well as ways to minimize the exposure. Be sure to consider any individual and cultural factors that may come into play when considering the impact of your teratogen and to write in a way that is appropriate for your target audience of undergraduate students. Deliverable A 23 page paper, suitable for a lecture to undergraduate students, explaining the implications of a selected teratogen on prenatal development that considers timing, dosage, duration, genetics, and the associated consequences and costs to families and society while also considering individual and cultural differences. The writing style should be direct and understandable, and include scholarly references. Organize your lecture using the following headings: Overview: Provide a summary of the teratogen. Identify a specific teratogen and the type or amount of exposure that can harm fetal development. Identify a common product or environmental pollutant that would be a concern for expectant parents (for example, lead-contaminated water). Where is the teratogen commonly (or uncommonly) found? What type, frequency, or amount of exposure is a concern? Where is the teratogen commonly (or uncommonly) found? Developmental Risks: Identify the specific risks to prenatal development. Identify the most critical trimester in prenatal development that the toxin affects (such as heart and lungs). Summarize research that explains how a specific teratogen affects a trimester of prenatal development. Illustrate (explain) how a specific teratogen harms fetal development in a critical trimester. Explain why it is dangerous (for example, drugs cross the blood barrier). For example, if the toxin affects lung development, what are the consequences? Consider the role of health disparities as they relate to developmental risk. Implications of Exposure: Evaluate the potential impact or outcomes to family and society as a result of prenatal teratogen exposure while considering the role of health disparities. What are the short-term and long-term outcomes from the exposure? Other related costs or consequences as the result of exposure? Special education costs? Increased health care costs? Minimize Exposure Analyze recommendations from reputable sources for minimizing prenatal or postnatal exposure to a specific teratogen. Analyze the quality of the research and the conclusions to prevent a specific teratogen exposure. Identify prevention and intervention options. Consider medical, social, and economic prevention strategies. Additional Requirements Length: 23 pages. Written communication: Provide key health information using language and format that is comprehensible to a layperson. Write clearly and logically, with correct use of spelling, grammar, punctuation, and mechanics. Number of references: A minimum of five scholarly references is required (such as, academic journals); additional references from medically reviewed or professional, reputable websites, such as government sources, the Mayo Clinic, or WebMD, may be included. APA formatting: References and citations should be formatted according to current APA style and format. See Evidence and APA.

Purpose

The purpose of this assignment is to conduct a policy analysis. You have been working towards this analysis in the first four weeks of this session and have already identified your public health issue, the two existing policies (i.e., laws, bills, resolutions) that address it, and defined your problem statement.

Requirements

1. This assignment will be graded on quality of information, use of citations, Standard English grammar, sentence structure, and overall organization based on the required components as summarized in the directions and grading rubric.
2. Create your essay using Microsoft Word, which is the required format for all Chamberlain documents.
3. The length of the paper is to be no greater than 7 pages, excluding title and reference pages.
4. APA format is required for both a title page and a reference page. The required components of the review should be formatted as Level 1 headings (upper and lower case, centered, boldface).
5. Note: IntroductionWrite an introduction, but do not use “Introduction” as a heading in accordance with the rules in the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association.
6. Review the readings, lesson notes, and digital media about healthcare policy, and use the rubric to develop your paper.

MY SUBJECT IS ON ADOLECENTS WITH HIV/AIDS.

Two of my previous assignments were Reflection Surveys. Please use these references to glean from for this assignment.

Scope of the HIV Treatment Gap Among Teens

Adolescents with HIV have a high rate of obstacles to receiving and staying in care despite improved drug-based therapies. Globally, in 2022, 27 percent of new HIV infections occurred among the youth aged 15 to 24 years of age, and 2 of every 3 new infections among all adults aged 15 years and over, 2 were in young women and adolescent girls aged 15 to 19 years (Dzinamarira & Moyo, 2024). The prevalence rates in the United States indicated that in 2021, there were 41,900 adolescents and young adults with HIV who were alive in the country, a figure that is largely similar to that of all other age groups (Leonard & Duroseau, 2024). This treatment gap has remained in the previous ten years, in which adolescents have recorded the worst healthcare outcomes in all levels of the HIV care continuum. In adolescents, more than 20 percent of people with HIV are not connected to care within 1 month of the diagnosis, the largest percentage among other age groups, and more than 40 percent were lost to follow-up in 2019 (Leonard & Duroseau, 2024). These inequalities pose severe societal health problems since untreated HIV in adolescents amplifies morbidity and transmission of HIV to the general population.

Barriers Preventing Treatment Access

Several related factors lead to poor HIV treatment outcomes in adolescents. Structural barriers include unemployment, poverty, housing instability, transportation difficulties, and a lack of health insurance to attend clinics regularly (Dzinamarira and Moyo, 2024). The stigmatization about HIV, treatment by healthcare facilities, and absence of family support through social structures create conditions in which teens do not want care. Factors within the healthcare system, such as long waiting times, unfavourable working hours for adolescents, poor provider attitudes towards adolescents, and a lack of privacy in the facility, also undermine engagement (Dzinamarira and Moyo, 2024). These are system-level issues that are compounded by individual-level issues, such as fear of status disclosure, depression, substance use disorders, and developmental issues (Leonard and Duroseau, 2024). These multilevel barriers should be addressed within the policy interventions, and, therefore, holistic measures are to be executed, which will result in ease in accessing adolescent-friendly services related to HIV, the increase in the degree of confidentiality rights, the expansion of healthcare coverage, and the promotion of integrated mental and social assistance services to this highly vulnerable population.

Dzinamarira, T., & Moyo, E. (2024). Adolescents and young people in sub-Saharan Africa: overcoming challenges and seizing opportunities to achieve HIV epidemic control. Frontiers in Public Health, 12, 1321068.

Leonard, A., & Duroseau, B. (2024). Overview of the Epidemiology and Clinical Care Considerations for Adolescents and Young Adults Living with or at Risk of Human Immunodeficiency Virus. Nursing Clinics of North America, 59(2), 329-344.

Policy 1: Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program ( RWHAP)

One major policy that addresses and assists adolescents living with HIV/AIDS is the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program. This program is federally funded and designed to support adolescents with HIV who need oral health care, psychosocial support, and assistance with insurance access. This policy is critical because funds are needed for primary care, mental health services, case management, and transportation assistance. These are all considered major barriers due to teens with HIV not receiving proper care. Despite their magnitude, programs useful for teens can be constrained by inconsistent state-level implementation and challenges in transitioning youth from pediatric to adult care.

Policy 2: Medicaid and the Childrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP)

Medicaid and CHIP are other important policies that protect confidentiality and require state-level consent. This is a program that provides health coverage to low-income families and individuals, including adolescents needing HIV treatment, as well as covering children and their families who earn too much within their household but still cant afford insurance through the private market. Policies such as this will allow adolescents with HIV to have access to prescription medications, mental health counseling, and those who suffer from substance abuse.

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration. (n.d.). Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program.

U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. (n.d.). Medicaid and the Childrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP). Medicaid.gov.

Please answer the following questions in the text-box provided below. There is no length requirement. Please answer the questions succinctly using graduate-level writing. Remember to use APA citations, when necessary, to provide credit for where information was obtained.

Julia and her son Dylan, 45, who is a person with mild autism have come to talk to you today regarding her concerns about Dylans care while she is having hip surgery. Dylan lives with her and has a job at the local community center. Although Dylan works very hard, he does not understand the concept of money. He is fully capable of basic tasks such as dressing himself, cooking, cleaning around the house and doing odd jobs. Julia will not be able to drive him to his job, and is concerned that she will need extra help as she is recovering. What are the key points to note? What strengths do you see with both Dylan and Julia. Additionally, provide a list of the most relevant questions (3-5) to ask Julia and Dylan.

*Adapted from Social Work Skills for Beginning Direct Practice (Fourth Edition) by Linda K. Cummins & Judith A. Sevel

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Purpose

The purpose of this assignment is for students to conduct an organizational assessment from an organizational perspective using course content. Evaluation of this assignment will assess the students ability to apply course readings and discussions to a functioning organization. Students are encouraged to think critically about and demonstrate a clear understanding of the organization, its structure, and its interactions with the community.

Question 4: Macro/Community Theory Application

1. Gather information on one intervention provided by your organization (this could be a direct service program or a macro intervention such as advocacy, training, or community development).

2. Consider which theoretical perspective (of those you are learning from class) your organization seems to be employing based on how they are addressing the targeted problem.

3. Write a 350-500 word summary which includes all 3 of the following:

• Describe the theoretical perspective (from class) that you are using.
• Describe how the components are illustrated in your organization, using examples from your organizations intervention or service.
• Conclude by identifying what the theoretical perspective might overlook.

4. Cite at least one reference from the theoretical class content:

• Hardcastle (2004),
• Navarro (2015),
• Arnold (2022)

5. Find an additional supporting reference (a reference from outside of class that deepens your understanding of your theory of focus).

6. Write a clear narrative, connecting your thoughts and using clear language.

The Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) submitted its final report in December 2015. What does truth and reconciliation mean to you in light of your social location? What has been your engagement with truth and reconciliation to date? For example, engagement may include activities such as attending events in the community, sitting with significant unlearning, developing relationships with Elders, etc. What shifts in your perspective and understanding have you experienced through this engagement?