After a literature review of several EBP interventions, and psycho-educational peer reviewed articles, addressing homelessness in women, it was found that self-esteem, self-efficacy, anger management, resiliency, communications skills, and anger management skills are a major component of healing for this population. Berzoff (2013) indicates that homeless women often feel “demeaned or bewildered,” and as a result their sense of self is habitually fragmented or diminished. For reasons such as this, many psycho-educational groups were found to include activities designed to increase awareness and skills in these areas. As a result this group will have several sessions dedicated to promoting growth in all of these areas. Session one will be a session designed to introduce the participants and break the ice which is often present in an initial meeting of a group (Hepworth, Rooney, Dewberry Rooney, & Strom-Gottfried, 2013). The session leader will introduce an ice breaker activity called “Three Common, One Unique.” (Schuman, 2014) In this exercise the group will be split into two groups. The groups will then, amongst themselves, find three things all the members have in common, and one unique item to each member. The two groups will then convene and the representative from each group will present the similarities and unique items. After the exercise is complete the group will spend any remaining time sharing what they expect to gain from the group, what they are worried about experiencing in the group, and then a discussion about these elements. The remainder of the time will be spent assessing the baseline application of the measurement tool, and finally wrap-up. Session two will be utilized to create more comfort and tr... ... middle of paper ... ...wrick, E., Moore, K., Anderson, M., . . . Keck, R. (2011, October 28). In-Text Citations: Author/Authors. Retrieved from Purdue OWL: https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/03/ Pearson, J., & Kordich Hall, D. (2006, April). RIRO_2006_6th_B-Guidebook-06. Retrieved from Reaching In Reaching Out: http://www.reachinginreachingout.com/documents/Guidebook-06.pdf Schuman, S. (2014, April 20). Ice Breakers, Energizers, and Other Experiential Exercises. Retrieved from University at Albany State University of New York: http://www.albany.edu/cpr/gf/resources/Icebreakers-and-Introductions.htm Wedenoja, M., & Reed, B. (1982). Women's groups as a form of intervention for drug dependent women. In B. G. Reed, G. M. Beschner, & J. Mondanaro (Eds.), Treatment services for drug dependent women, Volume 2 (pp. 62-136). Rockville, MD: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
For several years, researchers group together to find the right direction in analyzing how homeless people can acquire a better framework in a direction of regaining their dignity and integrity. Researchers were able to create an assessment tools that eventually produce a meaningful result. This paper will discuss the different tools that can assess the homeless people in developing the necessary guide to overcome their present difficulties, mentally and physically.
Homelessness is a social suffering experienced by human beings throughout the world. In 2013, the NYC Department of Homeless Services reported that about 1 out of every 2,662 people out of the general New York City population of 8,244,910, experienced homelessness (NYC Department of Homeless Services, 2013). Preceding these findings, in 2012, the US Department of Housing and Development reported that New York’s homeless population accounts for about 11 percent of the US’s homeless population (2012 Annual Homeless Assessment Report). In our society, the homeless are a highly stigmatized group that is subject to negative stereotypes about their situation of being homeless (Knecht & Martinez, 2009). Stereotypes are generalizations about a group of people (cultural, ethnic, racial, social, socioeconomic status etc.) that are held as rigid beliefs despite not being true. They can be positive or negative, and can be attributed to a person’s internal characteristics or external characteristics (Mio, Barker & Tumambing 2011). Some of the common attributed stereotypes to individuals experiencing homeless are that they are all alcoholics, mentally ill, dangerous, or substance abusers (Knecht & Martinez, 2009). As a result, homeless individuals are often overlooked as being human beings who can benefit from increased help from society in terms of policy and advocacy. What part of human beings leads them to be inclined to aid or ignore a homeless individual as a result of their understanding, or lack of understanding of “the other’s” current emotions?
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It is with this ecological context-based approach that the authors conduct their study. The program consisted of 445 randomly selected homeless women (p. 17). The women were considered eligible if they were at least 18, had sex with a male partner in the last six months, spoke and understood English, and did not have significant cognitive impairments (p. 17). The women...
58% of homeless 16 and 17 year olds have either been suspended at school, have missed the majority of school terms and generally have had no support regarding family and personal issues. A huge number of homelessness teenagers are on the streets because of family breakdown, poor schooling and social behavior problems. Professional social workers need to be aware of teenagers who are experiencing family grievance problems in order to give support and guidence. Workshops in local schools and colleges would focus on, anger management, conflict-resolution, drug and alcohol abuse, positive relationships and homelessness awareness. Case studies around schools and colleges in the U.K on providing these workshops to teenagers resulted in half the students saying that they had improved in communication and anger management skills, and 10 out of 16 demonstrated that they had improved emotional awareness (depauluk.org) which will reduce the staggering rising numbers of homeless teenagers in the
Studies have shown that, due to the sheer stress and anxiety of being homeless, 30% of the population increase their use of drugs and alcohol. Many homeless people are employed either fulltime or part-time. According to the US Conference of Mayors2008 report, approximately 2% of the homeless population is employed for a period longer than 30 days. Most homeless people are men. The number of homeless families, single women, and unaccompanied youth continue to be a large growing group. Men currently make up 43% of the homeless population. (US Con. Of Mayors 2005). Homelessness is an issue that has become prominent within the last century because of government handouts and assistance programs. The homeless are more likely to be the victims rather than the perpetrators of crime. They are less like to commit crimes against persons or property. Crimes associated with the homeless population are non-violent and non-destructive crimes. At least one homeless person is murdered each month due to hate crimes.. Many of the homeless don’t even report crimes committed against them. Creating more shelters and programs for e homeless will only enable them to stay in their situation. The goal of projects and programs all over the
Gattis and Larson suggest, “interested parties could benefit from an improved understanding of the mental health needs of homeless adolescents. This knowledge could be used to identify youths at risk of becoming homeless and to provide appropriate services to those currently homeless” (p. 87). In short, education and knowledge regarding the homelessness in itself can do wonders. The homeless face many hardships including depression, anxiety, PTSD, discrimination, and suicidal thoughts. These are just a few things that homeless people face that the general population don’t take into consideration on a first glance or thought. Intervention and world of mouth will also help, because this is a topic society doesn’t necessary publicize, we don’t know much about it. If this is publicized in a positive way, the motivation and self-esteem from homeless people will also rise. The increase of access to insurance would also help prevent this. In order to get treated for any mental illness they have, they need insurance. With active treatment for a mental illness, this will heighten the likelihood of obtaining a reliable job. Which in turn, will essentially help prevent the homeless from being
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Many factors contribute to the rising rates of mothers experiencing homelessness including mental illness, substance abuse and a dual diagnosis. Collins, Glassman, Katafiasz, and Slesnick, (2012) determined that “substance abuse represents the predominant public health problem of people who are homeless and little research has assessed what types of treatment are effective with homeless mothers” (Collins et., 2012). Intervention is mandatory because substance abuse exacerbates the situation of homelessness and can negatively impact the whole family. Many cities across the United States are implementing programs in search of ending homelessness. Few of these treatment designs have been successful in helping these mothers overcome addiction and allow them to provide the appropriate care for their
Perceptions of being homeless also influence women’s’ decisions to access shelters or programs. Young women face the perception that they are unable to take care of themselves and to counteract this perception will resort to tough behaviors. 3 Tough behaviors include not backing down from confrontation or being dependent on shelters for resources3, in this instance, feminine hygiene products. For homeless women, developing tough behaviors gives them a sense of security and safety, but is a barrier to better health outcomes.3 Menstruation is unavoidable and costly, and homeless women
Group facilitation is an art of surfacing and stimulating a constructive dialogue within a group of people and providing guidance towards the group’s purpose and goal (Fierro, 2016). My group’s facilitation process took place on Wednesday, November 2, 2016. The topic of the article we discussed was “Cognitive-behavioural and other psychological techniques in the dietetic consultation: Suggestions for practice”. This article focuses on the use of Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT) by dieticians in helping obese clients achieve their weight loss, physical activity and diet goals. There were 11 participants in attendance, seated in a circular formation.
Social Workers must be knowledgeable on how to facilitate and lead group sessions with clients. They must be cognizant on their responsibilities as a facilitator, and diligently work to meet the needs of all group members collectively and individually. According to Toseland, Ronald, & Rivas, Robert (2009) group work practice focuses on Social Work practice with a broad range of treatment and task groups and the group’s environment (pg. 2.). It is significant for Social Workers to be equipped with the knowledge and skills to be able to properly assess and assist in group atmospheres. At my field placement which is at the Covenant House, a homeless shelter in Detroit that services youth from ages 18-24. I am responsible for co-facilitating along with the agency’s Social Worker, a
In order to evaluate my role within the group it is important to identify what makes a group. A group must firstly consist of more than three members, “Two members have personal relationships; with three or more there is a change in quality” of the personal relationship. (Bion 1961, p26) The group must have a common purpose or a goal in order to succeed.
Working together with other people for an assignment can be a challenging task in some cases but luckily, I worked well with my group members. The decisions we made were anonymous although we paced ourselves individually when it came to completing our separate parts of the essay. As a group I believe that we connected well on an interpersonal level as all four of us were able to make alterations to any problem together . Furthermore, we did not give each other a chance to get angry at one another as we knew that this would only cause conflict that would disrupt our flow as a group. There was an equal divide in the amount of work that we all did; our contributions were fair and no one was lacking behind. In addition, my group members were great at keeping each other informed if one of us were not able to attend a group meeting; emails were sent out informing us what we missed and ideas that were formulated. Everyone in my group worked according to deadlines and in synchronization with each other; we did not have to nag anyone to complete work or wait on a member to complete their task.