Description
As a clinical social worker it is important to understand group typology in order to choose the appropriate group method for a specific population or problem. Each type of group has its own approach and purpose. Two of the more frequently used types of groups are task groups and intervention groups.
For this Assignment, review the “Cortez Multimedia” case study, and identify a target behavior or issue that needs to be ameliorated, decreased, or increased. In a 2- to 4-page report, complete the following:
- Choose either a treatment group or task group as your intervention for Paula Cortez.
- Identify the model of treatment group (i.e., support, education, teams, or treatment conferences).
- Using the typologies described in the Toseland & Rivas (2017) piece, describe the characteristics of your group. For instance, if you choose a treatment group that is a support group, what would be the purpose, leadership, focus, bond, composition, and communication?
- Include the advantages and disadvantages of using this type of group as an intervention.
Explanation & Answer
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PAULA CORTEZ CASE STUDY-TREATMENT GROUP, OUTLINE
The paper entails the following;
• Introduction
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Paula’s situation
• Addressing Paula’s case
• The appropriate model of treatment (Support model)
• Characteristics of the support group
• Disadvantages of using support groups
• References
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Introduction
Paula Cortez has been hospitalized albeit involuntarily and placed on the unit of
psychiatric patients for observation. This is because a social worker has assessed her and
realized she might commit suicide if not observed. Paula is pregnant, and she doesn’t know
what to do with the pregnancy. She is HIV positive and has Hepatitis c as well. She has
developed paranoia because the father of the baby she is carrying is stalking and threatening
her and Paula fears the man may hurt her. As a result, she has started to smoke again so that
she can calm her nerves. Her health condition and the mental and emotional state of her mind,
Paula is skipping her medication for psychiatry and her HIV medication as well.
Paula’s situation
Paula’s situation is putting her life and pregnancy at risk, and it has prompted an
intervention. Her psychiatrist, HIV doctor, OB nurse, and the social worker have gathered to
talk about the factors causing Paula’s hospitalization. Also, they have to come up with a plan
of action to look into Paula’s paranoia, pregnancy, and non-compliance to her medication.
Addressing Paula’s case
Paula’s case can be addressed appropriately by a treatment group as far as clinical
social work is concerned. A treatment group is a group that assists individuals in finding a
solution for their personal problems, deal with their stresses and change detrimental behaviors
(Canady, 2018). Paula needs to stop being paranoid, start taking her medications seriously and
follow instructions from the healthcare providers to help her improve her health and take care
of her p...
