My educational career from my freshman year at Saint Louis University High School although with some difficulties has in my opinion been a great success when I look back on it. In my freshman year, I was really challenged academically by my classes but managed to push on with the help of my teachers and friends who knew I could succeed if given some help. My sophomore year was a bit easier now that I had adjusted to the normal homework, I still had a tough time but found a love for my history and English classes, I also found myself becoming more sociable compared to my grade school years. My junior year was likely my hardest year but I believe I learned the most about what I wanted to do in regards to a college degree in my Psychology class.…
his article describes a systematic program of research that focuses on Brief Strategic Family Therapy (BSFT) and the adaptations that were developed based on BSFT principles. The culture-specific origins of BSFT are reviewed, as well as its broader applications to the field of family therapy. Research is reviewed demonstrating that BSFT is a promising family-based approach to treating Hispanic youth behavior problems and drug abuse. Treatment innovations are described that address the combination of intergenerational and cultural differences that occur among youths and their Hispanic parents. Programmatic work is described that challenges basic principles of family therapy by expanding BSFT to a One Person modality and a strategic engagement…
Structural Family Therapy (SFT) is a method of psychotherapy developed by Salvador Minchin that focuses on the family dynamics. It is considered the most influential family therapy worldwide according to Stupart (2014). The primary purpose of the different approaches to the psychotherapy is to help people feel differently, and change their thinking and behavior (Stupart 2014). The goal of SFT is to join the family system in therapy to determine any dysfunctional relationships and how to heal them while reestablishing the family unity. This is achieved by simply by modifying the way the family interacting with other and by developing appropriate boundaries.…
The question I chose to critique for week ones discussion board question is question number two.…
From a young age I’ve been driven to pursue a career that allows me to impact the lives’ of individuals daily. I’m excited to finally be able to put everything I’ve learned into action as a PA. My countless experiences have inspired me to be a PA who patients can know and trust. I’m excited to care for patients not only physically and mentally, but also emotionally and spiritually. I hope that while on rotations I’m able to fill the knowledge gaps I have and learn new techniques from experienced practitioners.…
The family therapy process was described in detail beginning with before the initial interview and ending with termination. Family therapists must understand the family dynamic using the Systems Theory. The Systems Theory was defined and described in detail. Family therapists have different approaches to helping families depending on their unique issues. Each approach was defined and a reason for using these approaches were given. The American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy Code of Ethics has eight sections. Each section was examined and explained in detail with examples of possible issues the family therapist may have. It…
I someday want to work as an occupational therapist. Occupational therapy (OT) as a field, focuses on a variety of physical and functional impairments. Occupational therapists and assistants work with their consumers to help them to regain functionality to be able to perform activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, getting dressed, eating, etc. The physiology of exercise plays a huge role in therapy and is definitely incorporated into therapy sessions. One main component of OT intervention is upper-body strengthening. Strengthening exercises and activities are performed to improve the performance of weakened muscles. In conjunction with traditional weighted exercises, occupational therapists also use therapeutic activities.…
As a Child Life Specialist, I inspire to help children and their loved ones cope with challenging experiences in the hospital. Helping children in need is one of my passions in life. A unique approach to helping the children is by building a bond with the children and families. Building relationships with the family and patient reduces anxiety and develops trust. I believe I have the responsibility to protect children and families in the hospital, respect all customs and values of the individuals I work with, and communicate effectively with patients and team member’s to ensure quality care. I do my very best to make the sometimes overwhelming and stressful hospital experience into a positive learning experience for the child.…
Most people have a reasonable idea what addiction does to the individual who is abusing substances. The issues have been played out in movies and for some people, in real life many times. What most people seem to underestimate is the profound effect addiction has on the family as a whole and some family members in particular. A good family therapy for addiction treatment program is a great way to address family problems created by addiction.…
I have been planning my career for several years,but as an undergraduate I was undecided on which direction to go. My love for children flourished when I started my first job in a daycare as a after-school counselor. This brought me many years of joy, and showed me how wonderful working with children can be. These starting years have given me experience in working with children from infants to adolescents . I knew my love for children would not stop here for me.…
“Quack! Quack!” she exclaimed. “Yes it is bath time!” I replied as I gave my patient her nightly bath at my very first job as a nursing assistant for disabled adults. I remember initially being so excited to learn new procedures, medications and diseases. However, what I ultimately valued most during this experience was forming trusting, ongoing relationships with my patients (and learning that “Quack” meant bath!). The inimitable bond formed caring for these individuals motivated me to seek out a career in which I can provide meaningful and personalized care over time. Advanced practice nursing as a family nurse practitioner will allow me the opportunity to provide primary care services to individuals with chronic conditions beginning in childhood…
Since my early childhood I always rolled played as a doctor, modeled by several physicians in my family. Earned the highest marks in high school has been instrumental in my acceptance to medical school. Graduating from the most well known Medical school in Iraq, the Faculty of Medicine, Anbar University, I was ranked the 6th out of 50 total graduates.…
Observing Occupational Therapists at Brookville Center for Children’s Services and Belair Nursing Home have helped me gather the insight of what it takes to be an occupational therapist and how much their work can improve a person’s life. I had the opportunity to witness first-hand the positive affect occupational therapists had on people of all ages who have been physically and mentally impaired by a health issue, by helping them slowly but efficiently regain control of their life. Occupational therapy incorporates my passion to help others, patience, and creativity to help them achieve an individual goal they could not achieve previously, and create personal and individual relationships with each patient. My biggest inspiration to become…
Since last year I donned a cap and gown of my alma mater's colors and said goodbye to my undergraduate career. Although graduating was a joyous and momentous occasion, the first few words on the letter from the admissions office quickly humbled me. However, this setback reaffirmed my passion for people and my fascination with the human body, and I knew I had to fight harder. It was quite unusual but in my moment of discouragement I found solace in a silly movie quote. Rocky Balboa screamed at me, “It ain't about how hard you hit. It's about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward." My dream is to help encourage patients who have been knocked down by life and bring them transformation through movement. What better way to embody that spirit than to get up and fight after experiencing a set back myself. In hindsight, I am thankful for how events unfolded.…
I was given the opportunity to learn basic research methodology through my undergraduate Social Work degree. A graduate program would allow me to build upon this knowledge in order to not only perform research projects but also to evaluate the work of others.…