SOCW 6060 Week 4 assignment
In the below response to the questions, cite 2 reference citations in APA7 format
from the following references:
Turner, F. J. (Ed.). (2017). Social work treatment: Interlocking theoretical
approaches (6th ed.). Oxford University Press. Chapter 26, “The Psychosocial
Framework of Social Work Practice” (pp. 411–419) Chapter 30, “Role Theory and
Concepts Applied to Personal and Social Change in Social Work” (pp. 452–470)
Blakely, T. J., & Dziadosz, G. M. (2008). Case management and social role theory as
partners in service deliveryLinks to an external site.. Care Management Journals,
9(3), 106–112. https://doi.org/10.1891/1521-0987.9.3.106
Dulin, A. M. (2007). A lesson on social role theory: An example of human behavior in
the social environment theoryLinks to an external site.. Advances in Social Work,
8(1), 104–112. https://doi.org/10.18060/134
Biddle, B. J. (1986). Recent Developments in Role Theory. Annual Review of
Sociology, 12(1), 67. https://doi.org/10.1146/annurev.so.12.080186.000435
National Association of Social Workers. (2021). Code of ethics of the National
Association of Social Workers. https://www.socialworkers.org/About/Ethics/Code-of-
Ethics/Code-of-Ethics-English
Questions:
1. Identify the presenting problem for the case study below. (Remember: The
presenting problem has to be framed from the perspective of role theory. For
example, the presenting problem can be framed within the context of role
functioning.)
2. Identify all the relevant roles assumed by the client.
3. Analyze the social expectations and social and cultural norms revolving
around the role, social position, and role scripts of one of the roles assumed
by the client.
4. Explain the role and social position of the social worker in working with the
client in the case study.
5. Describe how the role(s) and social position(s) assumed by the social worker
will influence the relationship between the social worker and the client.
6. Identify three assessment questions that are guided by role theory that
you will ask the client to better understand the problem.
7. Identify and describe two interventions that are aligned with the presenting
problem and role theory.
8. Identify one advantage and one limitation in using role theory in
understanding the case.
CASE STUDY:
Sam Franklin
Identifying Data
, Sam Franklin is a 41-year-old, married, African American male. Sam’s wife, Sheri, is
41
years old. They have two sons, Miles (10) and Raymond (8). The family resides in a
three-bedroom home in a middle-class neighborhood in Rockville, Maryland. They
have
been married for 11 years.
Presenting Problem
Sam, a war veteran, came to the Veterans Affairs Health Care Center (VA) for
services
because his wife threatened to leave him if he does not get help. She is particularly
concerned about his drinking and lack of involvement in their sons’ lives. She told
him
his drinking is out of control and is making him mean and distant. Sam reports he
and
his wife have been fighting a lot and that he drinks to take the edge off and help
him
sleep. Sam expresses fear of losing his job and his family if he does not get help.
Sam
identifies as the primary provider for his family and believes this is his responsibility
as a
husband and father. Sam realizes he may be putting that in jeopardy because of his
drinking. He says he has never seen Sheri so angry before, and he sees she is at her
limit with him and his behaviors.
Family Dynamics
Sam was born in Alabama to an African American family system. He reports his time
growing up to have been within a “normal” family system with a large extended
family in
his town and nearby towns. He states he was emotionally close to his mother and
worshipped his father. His father was strict but loving, pushing Sam to become fairly
independent from a young age. His dad had previously been in the military and was
raised with the understanding that his duty is to support his country. His family
displayed
traditional roles, with his dad supporting the family after he was discharged from
military
In the below response to the questions, cite 2 reference citations in APA7 format
from the following references:
Turner, F. J. (Ed.). (2017). Social work treatment: Interlocking theoretical
approaches (6th ed.). Oxford University Press. Chapter 26, “The Psychosocial
Framework of Social Work Practice” (pp. 411–419) Chapter 30, “Role Theory and
Concepts Applied to Personal and Social Change in Social Work” (pp. 452–470)
Blakely, T. J., & Dziadosz, G. M. (2008). Case management and social role theory as
partners in service deliveryLinks to an external site.. Care Management Journals,
9(3), 106–112. https://doi.org/10.1891/1521-0987.9.3.106
Dulin, A. M. (2007). A lesson on social role theory: An example of human behavior in
the social environment theoryLinks to an external site.. Advances in Social Work,
8(1), 104–112. https://doi.org/10.18060/134
Biddle, B. J. (1986). Recent Developments in Role Theory. Annual Review of
Sociology, 12(1), 67. https://doi.org/10.1146/annurev.so.12.080186.000435
National Association of Social Workers. (2021). Code of ethics of the National
Association of Social Workers. https://www.socialworkers.org/About/Ethics/Code-of-
Ethics/Code-of-Ethics-English
Questions:
1. Identify the presenting problem for the case study below. (Remember: The
presenting problem has to be framed from the perspective of role theory. For
example, the presenting problem can be framed within the context of role
functioning.)
2. Identify all the relevant roles assumed by the client.
3. Analyze the social expectations and social and cultural norms revolving
around the role, social position, and role scripts of one of the roles assumed
by the client.
4. Explain the role and social position of the social worker in working with the
client in the case study.
5. Describe how the role(s) and social position(s) assumed by the social worker
will influence the relationship between the social worker and the client.
6. Identify three assessment questions that are guided by role theory that
you will ask the client to better understand the problem.
7. Identify and describe two interventions that are aligned with the presenting
problem and role theory.
8. Identify one advantage and one limitation in using role theory in
understanding the case.
CASE STUDY:
Sam Franklin
Identifying Data
, Sam Franklin is a 41-year-old, married, African American male. Sam’s wife, Sheri, is
41
years old. They have two sons, Miles (10) and Raymond (8). The family resides in a
three-bedroom home in a middle-class neighborhood in Rockville, Maryland. They
have
been married for 11 years.
Presenting Problem
Sam, a war veteran, came to the Veterans Affairs Health Care Center (VA) for
services
because his wife threatened to leave him if he does not get help. She is particularly
concerned about his drinking and lack of involvement in their sons’ lives. She told
him
his drinking is out of control and is making him mean and distant. Sam reports he
and
his wife have been fighting a lot and that he drinks to take the edge off and help
him
sleep. Sam expresses fear of losing his job and his family if he does not get help.
Sam
identifies as the primary provider for his family and believes this is his responsibility
as a
husband and father. Sam realizes he may be putting that in jeopardy because of his
drinking. He says he has never seen Sheri so angry before, and he sees she is at her
limit with him and his behaviors.
Family Dynamics
Sam was born in Alabama to an African American family system. He reports his time
growing up to have been within a “normal” family system with a large extended
family in
his town and nearby towns. He states he was emotionally close to his mother and
worshipped his father. His father was strict but loving, pushing Sam to become fairly
independent from a young age. His dad had previously been in the military and was
raised with the understanding that his duty is to support his country. His family
displayed
traditional roles, with his dad supporting the family after he was discharged from
military
