Each year on or around June 15, communities and municipalities around the world plan activities and programs to recognize World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, a day set aside to spread awareness of the abuse of the elderly (Center of Excellence on Elder Abuse & Neglect, 2013). The abuse of older adults is a growing concern and statistics suggest that the number of elders experiencing abuse is an alarmingly high number. Research suggests that close to half the people diagnosed with dementia experience some form of abuse (Cooper, C., Selwood, A., Blanchard, M., Walker, Z., Blizard, R., & Livingston, G., 2009; Wiglesworth, A., Mosqueda, L., Mulnard, R., Liao, S., Gibbs, L., & Fitzgerald, W., 2010, as cited on http://www.ncea.aoa.gov/Library/Data/index.aspx). Elder abuse takes on many forms and can include physical, emotional, psychological, and economic abuse. The legendary American actor, Mickey Rooney, spoke to the United States Senate, describing his own experiences of pain and neglect at the hands of his stepson, asking legislators to take seriously the abuse of the elderly.For this Discussion, find a scholarly article that presents some of the most important psychosocial issues related to elder abuse.By Day 4Post a summary of the article you found. How does the article reinforce the importance of assessing potential abuse and neglect when working with the elderly? Describe prevention and/or intervention strategies on the micro, mezzo, and macro levels that can be used to address the issue of abuse and neglect of the elderly.Support your posts with specific references to the Learning Resources. Be sure to provide full APA citations for your references.CHOOSE THE ARTICLE AND YOU MUST ALSO INCORPORATE INFO FROM THR REQUIRED READINGS I ATTACHED...THE REQUIRED READINGS CANNOT BE THE ARTICLE OF CHOICE

Part 1: Case StudiesPick four stages to illustrate early childhood development. Pick two from Erickson’s Stage Theory and two from Piaget’s theory of development. Create one case study for each of the chosen stages, which is a total of four case studies.Label each case study with the theorist/stages relevant to it.Each case study should be a minimum of 250 words.For each case study, include how you as a therapist would plan to work with someone at the identified stage.Part 2: SummaryInclude a 250-500-word summary that explains the similarities and differences between Piaget’s and Erickson’s theories. APA style is not required, but solid academic writing and a title page is expected.This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.You are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin.This assignment assesses the following programmatic competency: 3.4: Demonstrate understanding of human growth and development and how they impact counseling efforts.This assignment meets the following CACREP Standard: 2.F.3.h. A general framework for understanding differing abilities and strategies for differentiated interventions.Rubric Belowenchmark - Developmental Psychology (Erikson/Piaget) Case Studies (Obj. 2.1 and 2.5) 1Unsatisfactory0.00%2Less than Satisfactory74.00%3Satisfactory79.00%4Good87.00%5Excellent100.00%70.0 %Content 20.0 %Part 1: Label Each Case Study with Relevant Theorist/StagesNone of the case studies are labeled with the relevant theorist/stages.Some of the case studies are labeled with the relevant theorist/stages or are labeled incorrectly.All of the case studies are labeled correctly with the relevant theorist/stages. Demonstrates a basic understanding of how the theorist/stages relate to each case study.All of the case studies are labeled correctly with the relevant theorist/stages. Demonstrates an advanced understanding of how the theorist/stages relate to each case study.All of the case studies are labeled correctly with the relevant theorist/stages. Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of how the theorist/stages relate to each case study.10.0 %Part 1: Length of Each Case Study is at Least 250 WordsNone of the case studies are at least 250 words in length.Some of the case studies are at least 250 words in length. Demonstrates a minimal understanding of how the theorist/stages relate to each case study.All of the case studies are at least 250 words in length. Demonstrates a basic understanding of how the theorist/stages relate to each case study.All of the case studies are at least 250 words in length. Demonstrates an advanced understanding of how the theorist/stages relate to each case study.All of the case studies are at least 250 words in length. Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of how the theorist/stages relate to each case study.20.0 %Part 1: Plan to Work with Someone at Identified Stage C3.4: Demonstrate understanding of human growth and development and how they impact counseling efforts.The case studies did not demonstrate how the student, as a therapist, would plan to work with someone at the identified stage.The case studies demonstrate a minimal understanding of how the student, as a therapist, would plan to work with someone at the identified stage.The case studies demonstrate a basic understanding of how the student, as a therapist, would plan to work with someone at the identified stage.The case studies demonstrate an advanced understanding of how the student, as a therapist, would plan to work with someone at the identified stage.The case studies demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of how the student, as a therapist, would plan to work with someone at the identified stage.20.0 %Case Study SummaryThe assignment omitted a summary statement that explains the similarities and differences between Piaget?s and Erickson?s theories.The summary demonstrates a minimal understanding of the similarities and differences between Piaget?s and Erickson?s theories.The summary demonstrates a basic understanding of the similarities and differences between Piaget?s and Erickson?s theories.The summary demonstrates an advanced understanding of the similarities and differences between Piaget?s and Erickson?s theories.The summary demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of the similarities and differences between Piaget?s and Erickson?s theories.20.0 %Organization and Effectiveness 7.0 %Thesis Development and PurposePaper lacks any discernible overall purpose or organizing claim.Thesis and/or main claim are insufficiently developed and/or vague; purpose is not clear.Thesis and/or main claim are apparent and appropriate to purpose.Thesis and/or main claim are clear and forecast the development of the paper. It is descriptive and reflective of the arguments and appropriate to the purpose.Thesis and/or main claim are comprehensive. The essence of the paper is contained within the thesis. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper clear.20.0 %Organization and Effectiveness 8.0 %Argument Logic and ConstructionStatement of purpose is not justified by the conclusion. The conclusion does not support the claim made. Argument is incoherent and uses noncredible sources.Sufficient justification of claims is lacking. Argument lacks consistent unity. There are obvious flaws in the logic. Some sources have questionable credibility.Argument is orderly, but may have a few inconsistencies. The argument presents minimal justification of claims. Argument logically, but not thoroughly, supports the purpose. Sources used are credible. Introduction and conclusion bracket the thesis.Argument shows logical progressions. Techniques of argumentation are evident. There is a smooth progression of claims from introduction to conclusion. Most sources are authoritative.Clear and convincing argument that presents a persuasive claim in a distinctive and compelling manner. All sources are authoritative.20.0 %Organization and Effectiveness 5.0 %Mechanics of Writing (Includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use.)Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning. Inappropriate word choice and/or sentence construction are used.Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language choice (register), sentence structure, and/or word choice are present.Some mechanical errors or typos are present, but are not overly distracting to the reader. Correct sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are used.Prose is largely free of mechanical errors, although a few may be present. A variety of sentence structures and effective figures of speech are used.Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English.10.0 %Format 5.0 %Paper Format (use of appropriate style for the major and assignment)Template is not used appropriately or documentation format is rarely followed correctly.Appropriate template is used, but some elements are missing or mistaken. A lack of control with formatting is apparent.Appropriate template is used. Formatting is correct, although some minor errors may be present.Appropriate template is fully used. There are virtually no errors in formatting style.All format elements are correct.5.0 %Documentation of Sources (citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc., as appropriate to assignment and style)Sources are not documented.Documentation of sources is inconsistent or incorrect, as appropriate to assignment and style, with numerous formatting errors.Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, although some formatting errors may be present.Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is mostly correct.Sources are completely and correctly documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is free of error.100 %Total Weightage

In preparation for your final project you will now conduct an interview with one of the following: Child, teen, or adult with an exeptionality Special education teacher Parent of a child with an exeptionality Administrator, employee, or volunteer of service agency within your community that provides services to children with exceptionalities or parents of children with an exceptionality   Before conducting your interview write a minimum of 10 interview questions that will help you to better understand the area of exceptionality you have chosen for your final project as well as inquire about suggestions on ways to better prepare parents to help their exceptional child. Once you have developed your interview questions, conduct your interview. The interview may be done in person, by phone, or through email.