Lesson 5 Discussion (250 Words)
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Lesson 5 Assignment (2 Pages)
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Reading Resources
Cognitive Assessment- https://www.alz.org/professionals/health-systems-clinicians/cognitive-assessment
CSWE Differential Mental Health Assessment- https://www.cswe.org/Centers-Initiatives/CSWE-Gero-Ed-Center/Initiatives/Past-Programs/MAC-Project/Gero-Innovations-Grant/Saint-Louis-University/Mental-Health-Course-Materials.aspx
Mental Status Examination I Definitions- http://www.columbia.edu/itc/hs/medical/psychmed/1_2004/mental_status_exam.pdf
Lesson 6 Mental Health in Older Adults
Lesson 6 Discussion- (250 words).
SEE THE ATTACHED INSTRUCTIONS
Reading Resources
Understanding Depression and Aging: Guidance for Social Workers- https://www.socialworktoday.com/archive/JF18p10.shtml
Older Adults and Mental Health- https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/older-adults-and-mental-health
10 Facts About Mental Health and Aging- http://www.lifeseniorservices.org/seniorline/10_Facts_About_Mental_Health_and_Aging.asp
Discover the Top Symptoms and Risk Factors of Mental Illness in the Elderly- https://www.aplaceformom.com/caregiver-resources/articles/mental-illness
Depression and Older Adults- https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/depression-and-older-adults
Depression and Alzheimer’s- https://hms.harvard.edu/news/depression-alzheimers
The State of Mental Health and Aging in America- https://www.cdc.gov/aging/pdf/mental_health.pdf
Suicide Prevention Resource Center: Older Adults- https://www.sprc.org/populations/older-adults#:~:text=Suicide%20is%20an%20important%20problem,any%20group%20in%20the%20country.&text=Suicide%20attempts%20by%20older%20adults,death%20than%20among%20younger%20persons
Anxiety and Older Adults: Overcoming Worry and Fear- https://www.aagponline.org/index.php?src=gendocs&ref=anxiety
SWK205- MODULE 3 ASSIGNMENT
TOPIC: Lesson 5 Assessing Older Adults
Lesson 5 Discussion
Please review the readings and consider the following in your discussion response:
· What techniques would you use to engage an older adult during your first meeting?
· What areas do you need to consider relating to the Mental Status Exam when meeting with an older adult during the assessment process?
· What types of questions would you want to ask during the assessment?
· What are some ways you could assess for cognitive impairment when meeting with an older adult during the assessment process?
· What assessment tools did you learn about that could be helpful as a part of the assessment process?
Lesson 5 Assignment
Teresa is a 77-year-old, Hispanic female who has been referred by her doctor to the Orange Crest Senior Center. You are meeting with Teresa for an intake case management session. Teresa’s presenting problems including isolation and difficulty obtaining regular food/basic needs due to her limited ability to walk and drive. Teresa also mentioned it is hard for her to move around her home because of all her personal belongings and she has difficulty throwing anything away. Teresa also discussed concerns about her limited income though she thought her husband left a significant amount of money when he died. Teresa explained that her children have control of the finances and although they pay her bills, they often tell her when she asks for something, that the money has been spent for the month.
Using this vignette and the assessment form, please find a friend, family member, or colleague who can role-play this scenario with you. Please consider what you have learned about how to engage a client and complete an assessment. As the Social Worker, you will want to ask the client questions and not provide them the assessment form to complete on their own. After you have completed the assessment, please ask your role-play partner for feedback about their experience (your strengths and areas for growth). Please consider the following questions for your paper:
· What techniques did you use to engage the client?
· What assessment strategies did you use in your roleplay (what specific questions did you ask)?
· What feedback did your partner provide about this experience (your strengths and areas for growth?
For this assignment, you will submit the completed assessment form, mental status exam form, and a one-page paper with your responses to the above questions.
The paper should be approximately 1-2 pages and include high-quality writing. Please include a title page and double-check all spelling and grammar before submitting. Also, please make sure to cite all relevant information and include references as appropriate.
Please use one of the ATTACHED assessment forms. You can type in the Word document or print out the PDF form and write your responses.
Reading Resources
Cognitive Assessment- https://www.alz.org/professionals/health-systems-clinicians/cognitive-assessment
CSWE Differential Mental Health Assessment- https://www.cswe.org/Centers-Initiatives/CSWE-Gero-Ed-Center/Initiatives/Past-Programs/MAC-Project/Gero-Innovations-Grant/Saint-Louis-University/Mental-Health-Course-Materials.aspx
Mental Status Examination I Definitions-
http://www.columbia.edu/itc/hs/medical/psychmed/1_2004/mental_status_exam.pdf
Lesson 6 Mental Health in Older Adults
Lesson 6 Discussion
Please review the readings and consider the following in your discussion response:
• What are your thoughts after reviewing the readings?
• Why is it important that a Social Worker be aware of the mental health needs of older adults?
• What do you need to consider regarding suicide prevention and assessment in older adults?
• As a Social Worker, what questions would you want to ask an older adult client you are working with to determine if there are any mental health concerns?
To receive full credit, you will need to fully answer the discussion questions and provide two substantial responses to your classmate’s posts. These responses should also be substantial and provide thoughtful reflection.
The discussion post should be a minimum of 250 words or one page.
Reading Resources
Understanding Depression and Aging: Guidance for Social Workers-
https://www.socialworktoday.com/archive/JF18p10.shtml
Older Adults and Mental Health- https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/older-adults-and-mental-health
10 Facts About Mental Health and Aging- http://www.lifeseniorservices.org/seniorline/10_Facts_About_Mental_Health_and_Aging.asp
Discover the Top Symptoms and Risk Factors of Mental Illness in the Elderly- https://www.aplaceformom.com/caregiver-resources/articles/mental-illness
Depression and Older Adults- https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/depression-and-older-adults
Depression and Alzheimer’s- https://hms.harvard.edu/news/depression-alzheimers
The State of Mental Health and Aging in America-
https://www.cdc.gov/aging/pdf/mental_health.pdf
Suicide Prevention Resource Center: Older Adults- https://www.sprc.org/populations/older-adults#:~:text=Suicide%20is%20an%20important%20problem,any%20group%20in%20the%20country.&text=Suicide%20attempts%20by%20older%20adults,death%20than%20among%20younger%20persons
Anxiety and Older Adults: Overcoming Worry and Fear- https://www.aagponline.org/index.php?src=gendocs&ref=anxiety
