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Policy and Professionalism Analysis

Theory

In my work with the client, I might use the behavioral theory of human behavior to consider how people behave. It is a method of considering how people behave. Nevertheless, one of the behavioral techniques that can support me in meeting the demands of my customers is the Cognitive Behavioral Theory. Thousands of therapists use the effective psychiatric treatment method of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) worldwide. The cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) theory states that a person's ideas, feelings, physiological sensations, and behaviors are all interconnected in some way and that a person's actions and thoughts can influence how they feel (Bilbrey et al., 2022). Through thousands of study trials, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is an effective treatment for various problems, including anxiety, depression, pain, and insomnia (Pedersen et al., 2020). Because it is useful throughout one's life, it can be useful to people of all ages, including children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics (Käll et al., 2020). CBT is adaptable; it has been successfully used in online, self-help, and face-to-face settings (Käll et al., 2020). The essential tenet of CBT is that feelings and thoughts significantly impact behavior. The mind is organized around a predefined goal and a set of routines that serve as a stand-in for taking actual action (Pedersen et al., 2020). Nonetheless, some young people need to become more familiar with the idea. Fostering cognitive abilities ought to prioritize reasoning. Patients can benefit from cognitive-behavioral therapy in several ways (Pederson et al., 2020). Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, based on trauma-focused behavioral and cognitive frameworks, frequently incorporates ideas from several other CBT theories.

PTSD patients have excessively negative recollections of the events and autobiographical recollections that are inadequately contextualized and contain high levels of perceptual and associative priming, making them revisit the occurrence uncontrollably. Ehlers & Clark claim that individuals with PTSD use dysfunctional cognitive and behavioral coping strategies that prevent them from changing their negative self-perceptions and trauma. Consequently, this therapy aims to change unfavorable perceptions, improve autobiographical memory, and eliminate bad behavioral and cognitive habits. Guilt-related judgments may elicit unfavorable feelings and be complemented by memories or ideas related to the trauma (Käll et al., 2020). Instincts to suppress or escape stimuli connected to the event may arise due to these guilt assessments' ongoing training of trauma memories with suffering.

Trauma-focused CBT usually combines cognitive techniques like cognitive restructuring with behavioral techniques like exposure. CBT strategies that involve exposure to the traumatic experience include writing the unpleasant narrative down or reciting the dreadful recollection aloud (Käll et al., 2020). In CBT that exposes patients to trauma-related stimuli, in vivo exposure is routinely used, or patients are trained to identify relapse triggers and practice differentiating between "then vs. now" (Pan et al., 2020). The purpose of cognitive restructuring is to assist patients in identifying unhelpful beliefs and cognitive biases, elicit plausible alternative ideas, and reevaluate their perceptions of themselves, the trauma, and the external world (Pan et al., 2020). Researchers have compared the various CBT methods with varying degrees of efficacy. For PTSD symptom reduction, relaxation was more effective than cognitive restructuring and exposure. The therapy condition that comprised cognitive restructuring and exposure components had the greatest impact factor, , and it resulted in a drop in the proportion of patients who had Post-traumatic stress disorder at the 6-month follow-up. 61 to 82.4 percent of participants in cognitive behavioral treatment lost their diagnosis of PTSD, and 26 percent more cognitive behavioral therapy participants succeeded in losing their diagnosis than those on the waitlist or getting supportive counseling (Pedersen et al., 2020).

I hope to work in the field of social work and obtain a certification in cognitive behavior therapy in the future so that I may help her better manage the difficulties presented by her circumstance (CBT). According to the theory, the most effective therapy for problems with a brain connection is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) (Bruijniks et al., 2019). CBT will be used to address the individual's persistent ideas, which result in distorted emotions, which then affect the individual's behavior. My use of cognitive behavior therapy with my client will be based on the Cognitive Behavior Theory. If she follows through on this, she will find it much simpler to change her mindset and develop the skills necessary to deal with the realities of her circumstance. Thus, she will be able to get the information and abilities needed to start thinking more optimistically about her illness. The plan will generally concentrate on what agitates her, enhance her decision-making skills, and increase her tolerance for demanding circumstances.

Policy

State policy across the united states does not support substance abuse. Across most states, substance abuse is illegal and can lead to jail time, severely affecting one's life. Also, substance abuse can directly contribute to criminal behavior, possibly leading to jail. State policy greatly impacts the client since drug abuse, no matter the severity, is still illegal under state laws. The client may have trouble with the state government due to his mild substance abuse. State policies on substance abuse may result in arrest and prosecution, leading to separation from family and further economic woes for the family. The state policy will offer the client a chance to examine the long-term effects of his actions and will also offer the client a chance to seek help for his addictions and troubles. The policy will examine both cultural and social aspects and find an optimal way to solve the problems Moon is facing.

Communication-based on empathy has the potential to be an effective tactic for persuading third parties to back client systems. Some methods in which this can be accomplished include developing a connection with the client, paying attention to the client's needs and concerns, and leveraging people skills, particularly careful listening, to convince others to support client-based systems. We can achieve this objective if we get to know the customer and develop a rapport with them (Armitage-Chan & Matthew, 2021). My ability to listen will be demonstrated by paying special attention to the client I am conversing with as she describes the attraction. Because of this, I will be in a better position to support her endeavors and help her achieve her goals. To succeed as a social worker, I need to have strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and self-awareness. Afterward, I will be capable of assessing how the client's issues are related to her situation and acquiring reliable facts.

Code of Ethics

In practice, I was careful to respect my customers' right to privacy and confidentiality and to act following the requirements of the Code of Ethics. Doing this demonstrated that I am committed to upholding the Code of Ethics. We can maintain the confidentiality of the information that relates to your customers if we strictly adhere to this code of conduct and follow its guiding principles. Only staff personnel who have been permitted to connect to the computer will be able to access the information on the client's report. The Code of Ethics helps me become more self-aware, allowing me to make more morally responsible decisions at work. When working on creating a relationship with another person, having a healthy level of self-awareness can greatly assist you in finding a solution to a moral dilemma.

In addition, being aware of our identities in any situation can help people feel more self-conscious, making it easier for us to respond compassionately to customers. To effectively support other professionals in upholding their professional boundaries, each professional needs to have a solid grasp on who they are as individuals. Primarily, social workers need to improve their level of self-awareness so that they may raise the professional bar and increase the depth of their expertise. Despite this, I intend to consult the Code of Ethics for my practicum as a point of reference that will assist me in making decisions (Kam, 2021).

As a result, I will make use of the documentation to routinely and frequently capture information regarding customers. Throughout my time performing my internship, I was in charge of ensuring that the Code of Ethics was followed at all times. The confidentiality of the code of ethics is, without a doubt, the component considered of the utmost importance. Throughout my investigation into the requirements and criteria for my practicum, I came across information that shed light on the significance of adhering to a Code of Ethics. As a result of having access to digital databases that enabled the collection and storage of customer information, I was aware of the significance of this matter. Because of this, I can strike a balance between maintaining the confidentiality of customer information and exposing it when permitted to do so by the consumer.

The ease with which trustworthy contacts that can keep secrets can be established is one of the primary advantages of allying with my client. Establishing a relationship with my client is essential for several reasons, but this is among the most crucial. By consulting the Code of Ethics, people can be encouraged and supported in thinking through broad-ranging moral issues (Kam, 2021).

References

Armitage-Chan, E., & Matthew, S. M. (2021). What Other Skills Are Vital to Successful Clinical Practice?.  Veterinary Clinical Skills, 127.

Bilbrey, A. C., Laidlaw, K., Cassidy-Eagle, E., Thompson, L. W., & Gallagher-Thompson, D. (2022). Cognitive behavioral therapy for late-life depression: evidence, issues, and recommendations.  Cognitive and Behavioral Practice,  29(1), 128-145.

Bruijniks, S. J., DeRubeis, R. J., Hollon, S. D., & Huibers, M. J. (2019). The potential role of learning capacity in cognitive behavior therapy for depression: A systematic review of the evidence and future directions for improving therapeutic learning.  Clinical Psychological Science,  7(4), 668-692.

Kam, P. K. (2021). Strengthening the empowerment approach in social work practice: An EPS model.  Journal of Social Work,  21(3), 329-352.

Käll, A., Shafran, R., Lindegaard, T., Bennett, S., Cooper, Z., Coughtrey, A., & Andersson, G. (2020). A common elements approach to the development of a modular cognitive behavioral theory for chronic loneliness.  Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology,  88(3), 269.

Pan, X., Wang, H., Hong, X., Zheng, C., Wan, Y., Buys, N., ... & Sun, J. (2020). A group-based community reinforcement approach of cognitive behavioral therapy program to improve self-care behavior of patients with type 2 diabetes.  Frontiers in Psychiatry,  11, 719.

Pedersen, M. K., Mohammadi, R., Mathiasen, K., & Elmose, M. (2020). Internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy for anxiety in an outpatient specialized care setting: A qualitative study of the patients’ experience of the therapy.  Scandinavian journal of psychology,  61(6), 846-854.