Pain Diversion

Question 1

2 page presentation

You are working in a veteran’s group home for clients with anxiety, PTSD, depressive, and personality disorders. Some of them use self-mutilation and cutting on their wrists to divert their pain. Most of these residents stay in the group home for one year. There is no limit to the amount of sessions they can attend. The first priority is get them involved in individual therapy.

Your supervisor asks you to do the following to prepare for you first meeting with the clients. You will use your presentation to inspire them to sign up for the group.

Research two methods that would be effective for counseling these adult males.Present your research to the residents in a proactive inspiring manner through a presentation to their group using your notes

Present at least three reasons why each of these types of therapy would benefit the residents

Include an overview of the skills the residents will learn in order to help them decrease their incidence of self-harm. Invite client participation through an ending question and answer period

Cite your sources using APA style, and include a reference list.

Question 2

Write a paper of 500-750 words, in which you evaluate your opinions and beliefs regarding older adults and address the following:

1. Describe stereotypes about the elderly that are prevalent in society, and how those stereotypes affect your personal beliefs concerning the elderly.
2. Describe the physical and cognitive issues involved in aging.
3. Discuss the mental health treatment issues involved in working with the aging client. Include end-of-life considerations in your discussion.

Include at least two scholarly references in addition to the textbook in your paper.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.