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Part 1

1. Describe characteristics of addictive populations. Discuss the challenges of working with a specific addictive population such as alcoholism or drugs. Discuss the theoretical perspective(s) that you think most appropriate for working with this population and why?(100 words and 1 reference)

2. Describe characteristics within abusive populations. What are the challenges for the generalist practitioner when working with violent or abusive individuals? Which population would you prefer to work with: juveniles or adult offenders, or the survivors of assault or domestic violence? What do you hope to accomplish?(100 words and 1 reference)

Part 2

Review the following theoretical perspectives: ecological, systems, strengths, task-centered, cognitive and behavioral. Choose one of the following upon which to reflect:

In Chapter 4 of Applying Theory to Generalist Practice by Langer & Lietz, read "Fostering Recovery Through Task-Centered Practice." Write a 750-1,000-word reflection on the role of the social worker using the prompts below.

OR

Read "Case Study 3-4: Challenging the Tradition: In Some Families, Violence Is a Way of Life," by Steven Krugman in Case Studies in Social Work Practice by LeCroy & LeCroy. Write a 750-1,000-word reflection on the role of the social worker in the attached domestic violence case study.

For each case reflection discusses the following:

1. Discuss the primary theoretical perspective reflected in the case study. Discuss one other theoretical perspective that could be applied.

2. What competencies and behavioral practices did the social worker utilize?

3. What did you find challenging about the case?

4. What strategies did the social worker use that surprised you?

5. What skills, practices, and behaviors do you think were critical for managing the case?