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MSW6104 v4: Advanced Social Work Practice in Mental Health

Week 1 Assignment

: Evaluate a Case Study using the Recovery Oriented Approach

Instructions

Background

As you have learned from our course resources, including the guiding principles of recovery produced by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration, a recovery-oriented approach is individualistic in nature, with a focus on a holistic view of the client. 

Instructions

For this assignment, you will use this information and apply it to the case of Maeby (Week 1 Case Study).  Based on this information, you will

Describe five most important recovery principles for individuals with severe mental illness.

Apply these five principles to the case of Maeby. 

 Discuss the benefits of taking a recovery-oriented approach to working with Maeby. 

What are some of the challenges you anticipate facing in your work with Maeby?

Discuss how you believe this approach is congruent with social work values and ethics. 

Support your assignment with at least three scholarly resources. In addition to these specified resources, other appropriate scholarly resources, including seminal articles, may be included.

Length: 3-4 pages, not including title and reference pages

Your assignment should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts presented in the course by providing new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your response should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards. Be sure to adhere to National University's Academic Integrity Policy.

Additional Resources

Review the materials provided in your weekly Course Resources.

 

 

MSW6104 v4: Advanced Social Work Practice in Mental Health

Week 2 Assignment

: Explain a Differential Diagnosis Case Study

Instructions

For this assignment, you will create an informational session about the DSM and differential diagnoses.  As part of this presentation, you will outline the differential diagnosis you created for the case of Lindsay (Week 2 Case Study) and your final diagnosis.  Be sure to discuss the diagnoses you considered but ruled out based on the information provided. 

Incorporate appropriate animations, transitions, and graphics as well as speaker notes for each slide. The speaker notes may be comprised of brief paragraphs or bulleted lists and should cite material appropriately. Add audio to each slide using the Media section of the Insert tab in the top menu bar for each slide.

Support your presentation with at least three scholarly resources. In addition to these specified resources, other appropriate scholarly resources may be included. 

Length: 12-15 slides (with a separate reference slide)

Notes Length: 100-150 words for each slide

Be sure to include citations for quotations and paraphrases with references in APA format and style where appropriate. Save the file as PPT with the correct course code information. 

 Additional Resources

Review the materials provided in your weekly Course Resources.

 

MSW6104 v4: Advanced Social Work Practice in Mental Health

Week 3 Assignment

: Assess a Case Study using Risk Assessment

Background

For this week’s assignment, you will be applying your knowledge of risk assessment to the case of George.  While you might not have all of the information in the case you would like for your assessment, this is often the case in clinical practice.  Often, we are to make our decision with limited information on client’s who will say anything to avoid hospitalization.  

Instructions

Refer to the Week 3 Case Study and answer the following questions:

What is your differential diagnosis for the patient below?

Select and describe a standardized measure you would use to evaluate for suicide risk. 

If George refuses to go to the hospital, would he meet your state’s requirement for an involuntary hold?  Be sure to provide the specific criteria for involuntary holds in your state – explain why (or why not) he meets these criteria.  

Support your assignment with at least three scholarly resources. In addition to these specified resources, other appropriate scholarly resources, including seminal articles, may be included.

Length: 3-5 pages, not including title and reference pages

Your assignment should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts presented in the course by providing new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your response should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards. Be sure to adhere to National University's Academic Integrity Policy.

Additional Resources

Review the materials provided in your weekly Course Resources.

 

MSW6104 v4: Advanced Social Work Practice in Mental Health

Week 4 Assignment

: Conduct an Evaluation of a Client using DSM Criteria

Instructions

Using the case of Lucille (Week 4 Case Study) address the following items:

Complete a differential diagnosis for Lucille.

Based on the information provided, does Lucille have a personality disorder?  Which personality disorder would you diagnose them with?  

Discuss the impact of a personality disorder diagnosis versus that of a mental illness.  

Support your assignment with at least three scholarly resources. In addition to these specified resources, other appropriate scholarly resources, including seminal articles, may be included.

Length: 3-5 pages, not including title and reference pages

Your assignment should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts presented in the course by providing new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your response should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards. Be sure to adhere to National University's Academic Integrity Policy.

Additional Resources

Review the materials provided in your weekly Course Resources.

 

 

MSW6104 v4: Advanced Social Work Practice in Mental Health

Week 5 Assignment:

 Determine Key Interventions and Ethical Obligations for a Case Study in Working with Adults

Instructions

Examine the case of Marta (Week 5 Case Study) address the following items:

Complete a differential diagnosis:

Highlight the symptoms you think are relevant to assigning a clinical diagnosis and their duration (when possible). 

List all potential diagnoses based on the symptoms you identified in step one. 

Identify your primary diagnosis.  You can have a secondary and/or rule-out diagnosis.  A rule-out diagnosis is when you suspect another diagnosis but do not have enough information to make that diagnosis.  

Discuss if you think medications should be part of an effective plan for Marta.  What class of medications?  How would you address medication management with Marta? What potential side effects can Marta expect? 

Describe at least two interventions you can use to treat Marta based on your diagnosis. 

Describe any ethical considerations you may encounter in your work with Marta.

Support your assignment with at least three scholarly resources. In addition to these specified resources, other appropriate scholarly resources, including seminal articles, may be included.

Length: 3-5 pages, not including title and reference pages

Your assignment should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts presented in the course by providing new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your response should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards. Be sure to adhere to National University's Academic Integrity Policy.

Additional Resources

Review the materials provided in your weekly Course Resources.

 

MSW6104 v4: Advanced Social Work Practice in Mental Health

Week 6 Assignment

: Evaluate a Case Study and Indicate a Plan of Action for Working with Children

Instructions

For this week’s assignment, you will apply our knowledge of interventions with children to the case of Tony (Week 6 Case Study).

For the case of Tony:

Complete a differential diagnosis:

Highlight the symptoms you think are relevant to assigning a clinical diagnosis and their duration (when possible). 

List all potential diagnoses based on the symptoms you identified in step one. 

Identify your primary diagnosis.  You can have a secondary and/or rule-out diagnosis.  A rule-out diagnosis is when you suspect another diagnosis but do not have enough information to make that diagnosis.  

Discuss how you will screen for any safety concerns.  

Describe at least two interventions you can use to treat Tony based on your diagnosis. 

Support your assignment with at least three scholarly resources. In addition to these specified resources, other appropriate scholarly resources, including seminal articles, may be included.

Length: 3-4 pages, not including title and reference pages

Your assignment should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts presented in the course by providing new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your response should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards. Be sure to adhere to National University's Academic Integrity Policy.

Additional Resources

Review the materials provided in your weekly Course Resources.

 

MSW6104 v4: Advanced Social Work Practice in Mental Health

Week 7 Assignment

: Examine a Case Study using Specific Interventions and Treatment Plans

Instructions

For this assignment you will create a presentation on the case of Ann.  Your presentation will be to a group of interns at your agency.  In this presentation be sure to:

Discuss how issues of social justice and SDOH may impact mental health severity and duration. 

Provide information on how social workers can address issues of social justice when working with clients. 

Complete a differential diagnosis for the case of Ann:

Highlight the symptoms you think are relevant to assigning a clinical diagnosis and their duration (when possible). 

List all potential diagnoses based on the symptoms you identified in step one. 

Identify your primary diagnosis.  You can have a secondary and/or rule-out diagnosis.  A rule-out diagnosis is when you suspect another diagnosis but do not have enough information to make that diagnosis.  

Describe at least two interventions which can be used when working with clients who are impacted by SDOH, oppression, and/or bias.  At least one of these interventions should be specific to the case of Ann. 

Incorporate appropriate animations, transitions, and graphics as well as speaker notes for each slide. The speaker notes may be comprised of brief paragraphs or bulleted lists and should cite material appropriately. Add audio to each slide using the Media section of the Insert tab in the top menu bar for each slide. 

Support your presentation with at least three scholarly resources. In addition to these specified resources, other appropriate scholarly resources may be included.  

Length: 12-15 slides (with a separate reference slide)

Notes Length: 100-150 words for each slide 

Be sure to include citations for quotations and paraphrases with references in APA format and style where appropriate. Save the file as PPT with the correct course code information.  

Additional Resources

Review the materials provided in your weekly Course Resources.

 

MSW6104 v4: Advanced Social Work Practice in Mental Health

Week 8 Signature Assignment

: Evaluate a Complex Case Study using a Multifaceted Approach

Background

For our Signature Assignment we will create a comprehensive assessment and treatment plan for the case of Buster.  This is a complex case involving multiple issues including serious limitations from Buster’s physical health needs.  Since this is your Signature Assignment, you should be able to provide a multifaceted approach to a difficult and high need client. 

Instructions

For this assignment:

Complete a differential diagnosis, this can include rule out diagnosis and other psychosocial needs. 

Discuss at least three different treatment approaches that may be appropriate in working with Buster. 

How will you incorporate a recovery oriented approach in your treatment of Buster? 

Discuss how you will screen for any safety concerns.  

Discuss if you think medications should be part of an effective plan for Buster.  What class of medications?  How would you address medication management with Buster? 

What psychosocial needs to do you believe need to be addressed to facilitate Buster’s recovery?

Reflect on what you see as the prognosis for Buster and his potential for recovery.  Discuss in detail.

Support your assignment with at least five scholarly resources. In addition to these specified resources, other appropriate scholarly resources, including seminal articles, may be included.

Length: 10-12 pages, not including title and reference pages

Your assignment should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts presented in the course by providing new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your response should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards. Be sure to adhere to National University's Academic Integrity Policy.

Additional Resources

Review the materials provided in your weekly Course Resources.