SSW212 Lecture Notes - Lecture 2: Child Abuse, Suicidal Ideation, Problem Solving
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Neuroplasticity brain research: brain develops new neural connections, systematic step-by-step learning, such as the microskills, is effective learning model, both interviewer and client experience changes through counseling. Informed consent: a fundamental element in interviewing, the client has been informed and understands the goals, procedures, benefits, fees, confidentiality, risks of the counseling process, etc, the client agrees to what has been outlined. Imminent harm to self or others (suicidal ideation, plan and means, homicidal: child abuse, neglect, in need of care (someone at risk under the age of 16 or considered vulnerable, court orders (subpoena) Is the problem in the client or in the environment ? or a balance of the two: maintain awareness of cultural/environmental/social context of the. Identify strengths and known resources to improve client approach to complex issues: focus on building strength and resilience rather than damage repair, story-positive asset-restory-action model guides search for strengths and resources.
