Discussion: Gender Identity in Life-Span DevelopmentGender identity—identifying oneself as male or female—is a critical component of an individual's life-span development. Misconceptions and stereotypes abound with regard to gender, and you may bring personal misconceptions and stereotypes to your work with clients.As you read the resources this week, what concepts seem especially relevant to you as a social worker? Are you able to identify any personal misunderstandings about the formation of gender identity? What strategies might you use to apply your new understanding to social work practice?https://content.ebscohost.com/ContentServer.asp?T=P&P=AN&K=74548541&S=R&D=a9h&EbscoContent=dGJyMNLr40Seqa44yOvsOLCmsEieqLFSrqq4TLGWxWXS&ContentCustomer=dGJyMPGss0q1qK5IuePfgeyx44Dt6fIAhttps://www-tandfonline-com.ezp.waldenulibrary.org/doi/full/10.1080/14681990902926764https://www-tandfonline-com.ezp.waldenulibrary.org/doi/full/10.1080/19359700903165290By Day 3Post a Discussion that includes the following:A new understanding you have gained in the resources about gender identityAn explanation of how individuals' gender identity affects their development through young and middle adulthoodA strategy you might use to apply your understanding of gender identity development to social work practice

Assignment Unintended Consequences Details: To frame the context for this assignment, consider the following questions: Leadership is hard; why? Perhaps the culprit is the tangential difference (disconnect?) between the intellectual, emotional, and inspirational decision relative to the problem. How do effective leaders reconcile the art and the science of decision making with the possibility of unintended consequence?Find a case study on a business, social, or psychological "problem" in which a decision yielded an unintended consequence. In 1,250-1,500 words, analyze the unintended consequence(s) of that decision. Describe the process of decision making that was used in this instance and why that process led to the decision that was made. Despite the unintended consequence(s), were the decisions ethical at the time they were made?Consider the following areas of concentration for effective decision making:Barriers.Cost of indecisiveness.Collaboration: strength and/or weaknesses.Unintended consequence: Inherited feature in the decision-making process.Recommendations or reconciliations to avoid unintended consequences.Example case studies include, but are not limited to:Unintended Consequence: BusinessAthlete-AgentCorporate Governance Reform and CEO CompensationInvasion of IraqThe Affordable Healthcare ActUnintended Consequence: SocialCommunism for Neighborhood RelationsCivil Rights Act of 1964Cuban Missile CrisisEmployer LayoffsEnd-of-Life CareHealth Care ReformImmigration Act of 1965Large-Scale Iron Ocean FertilizationRise of International Criminal LawTransportation Security (TSA) Administration PoliciesYouth Bike Helmet LawsUnintended Consequence: PsychologicalGender Aspects of Conflict Interventions (Bosnia, Somalia, etc.)Women in the WorkforceThe Workforce Investment ActUse three to five scholarly references for evidentiary support.Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.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 required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center. Please Note: Assignment will not be submitted to the faculty member until the "Submit" button under "Final Submission" is clicked. New Attempt Title Attached Documents Turnitin Report Similarity Index Final Submission Click 'New Attempt' to start assignment or attach documents Apply Rubrics Unintended Consequences 1 Unsatisfactory 0.00% 2 Less Than Satisfactory 74.00% 3 Satisfactory 79.00% 4 Good 87.00% 5 Excellent 100.00% 70.0 %Content 20.0 % Analyze the unintended consequence(s) of the decision made in the case study. Essay is irrelevant, it fails to analyze the unintended consequence(s) of a decision. Essay is somewhat relevant, it is underdeveloped and inadequately analyzes the unintended consequence(s) of a decision. Essay is relevant, it adequately analyzes the unintended consequence(s) of a decision. Essay is relevant, it proficiently analyzes the unintended consequence(s) of a decision. Essay is relevant, it insightfully analyzes the unintended consequence(s) of a decision. 25.0 % Describe the process of decision making that was used in the chosen case study and why that process led to the decision that was made. Description of the decision making process that was used in the chosen case study and why that process led to the decision that was made is missing. Description of the decision making process that was used in the chosen case study and why that process led to the decision that was made is vague and inconsistent. Description of the decision making process that was used in the chosen case study and why that process led to the decision that was made is present and appropriate. Description of the decision making process that was used in the chosen case study and why that process led to the decision that was made is present, clear, and makes some connections to research. Description of the decision making process that was used in the chosen case study and why that process led to the decision that was made is clear, concise, and makes connections to current research. 25.0 % Discuss if the decision(s) were ethical at the time they were made, despite the unintended consequence(s). Discussion if the decision(s) were ethical at the time they were made, despite the unintended consequence(s) is missing. Discussion if the decision(s) were ethical at the time they were made, despite the unintended consequence(s) is vague and inconsistent. Discussion if the decision(s) were ethical at the time they were made, despite the unintended consequence(s) is present and appropriate. Discussion if the decision(s) were ethical at the time they were made, despite the unintended consequence(s) is present, clear, and makes some connections to research. Discussion if the decision(s) were ethical at the time they were made, despite the unintended consequence(s) is clear, concise, and makes connections to current research. 20.0 %Organization and Effectiveness 7.0 % Thesis Development and Purpose Paper 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. 8.0 % Argument Logic and Construction Statement 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. 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

What is the difference between observed patterns of personality and a personality disorder? Although some patterns of behavior may contribute to an individual's personality, not all personality patterns may be disorders. For example, if a person is described as cold, cerebral, and rigid, these are patterns that might affect his or her personality, but may not lead to a diagnosed disorder. As defined in the DSM, “A personality disorder is an enduring pattern of inner experience and behavior that deviates markedly from the expectations of one’s culture, is pervasive and inflexible, has an onset in adolescence or early adulthood, is stable over time, and leads to distress or impairment” (APA, 2013, p. 645).Specifically, personality disorders, such as antisocial personality disorders and borderline personality disorders, present pervasive, maladaptive pattern of inner experience and behavior that violate social norms such as trust, honesty, and personal value.For this Discussion, consider current controversies in the diagnosis of personality disorders, with specific attention to borderline personality disorders and antisocial personality disorders. Additionally, think about how culture and gender influences the diagnosis of personality disorders.With these thoughts in mind:Post a brief explanation of how culture and gender may influence diagnoses of clients with personality disorders. Then, explain one controversy associated with the diagnosis of women with borderline personality disorder and one controversy associated with the diagnosis of antisocial personality disorder in men.Be sure to support your postings and responses with specific references to current literature.3-4 Paragraphs. APA Format. In-text Citations to support Literature.