SOC-372-O500 Topic 5 Discussion GCU

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SOC-372-O500 Topic 5 Discussion GCU

John is a 35-year-old male who has a history of excessive alcohol use and depression. He recently divorced
from his wife of 10 years, who has primary custody of their two children. Currently, he has visitation every
other weekend but was referred to you because there have been concerns regarding his recent behavior. He
has been late to his meetings with the children on numerous occasions and is suspected of drinking alcohol
again.
Using the task-centered model of clinical social work, what might you consider as potential task interventions
when working with John? Why?
This discussion question is informed by the following EPAS Standards:
2: Engage Diversity and Difference in Practice
3: Advance Human Rights and Social, Economic, and Environmental Justice
6: Engage with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities

Topic 5 DQ 2

A growing trend in the field of social work is online therapy or e-therapy. Using the NASW website
(www.socialworkers.org), familiarize yourself with this movement. Discuss the pros and cons to both the social
worker and the client when using this format. What are the potential concerns?

This discussion question is informed by the following EPAS Standards:
2: Engage Diversity and Difference in Practice
3: Advance Human Rights and Social, Economic, and Environmental Justice
6: Engage with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities