Understanding the Context of Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities LD 201 1.1 I will identify the polices and legislation designed to promote inclusion, human rights of individuals with learning disabilities and of their citizenship and equal life chances i.e. National Health Service and Community Care Act 1990; Disability Discrimination Act 2005; Equality Act 2010; Disability Equality Duty 2006. Procedures and Polices of the organisational kind are; Department of Health 2001a (A new strategy for Learning Disability for the 21st Century i.e. valuing people. 1.2 The influence that legislation and policies have on the day-to-day experiences of an individual with a learning disability and of their families is as follows i.e.
What is the general purpose of the study? What questions does it raise? This study centers on the concern that children, biological parents, and guardians involved in foster care visitations are inadequately prepared. The Familyconnect tool was designed to enrich visitation amongst foster children and their biological parents, as well improve the relationship between foster and biological parents. This study evaluates the effectiveness of the Familyconnect tool.
Attachment theory by Bowlby (1969 as cited in Berk, 2010) and contributions by Ainsworth (1978, as cited in Berk, 2010) is crucial to early childhood development. This paper will aim to define what really constitutes adversity for children by giving a brief overview of environmental stressors which can cause childhood adversity, and provide links with how attachment theory informs us that, having insecure attachments in early childhood is what really constitutes as childhood adversity. Furthermore, this paper will also aim to give a brief, but informative explanation of attachment theory and conclude by showing how attachment theory has expanded our previous understandings of adversity. When defining what really constitutes adversity for children we might look towards early exposure of environmental stressors such as parental and child physical health and mental health issues, poor housing, low socioeconomic status, parental unemployment, inadequate diet, complications during pregnancy and birth, parental infant neglect and maltreatment which includes physical, psychological and sexual abuse (Carlson,1998; Masten, Best and Garmazey (1990); Stanfeld, Head, Bartley and Fonagy (2008); Berk 2010). However with the informative research of Bowlby (1969 as cited in Berk, 2010) and Ainsworth (1978, as cited in Berk, 2010) into attachment theory, we must look deeper and scratch the surface and examine how experiencing adversity affects the parent's capacity to give consistent quality care to children.
Child and Adolescent Social Work Journal, Vol. 21, No. 2, April 2004 ( 2004) Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy: Some Practice Implications for Social Workers Margarete Parrish, Ph.D., L.C.S.W.-C. and Jay Perman, M.D. ABSTRACT: The medical and psychosocial complexities involved in cases of Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy typically necessitate carefully organized interdisciplinary responses. The role of social work in the effectiveness of such responses is both crucial and historically under-considered in the existing literature.
Sensitive parenting is the most important factor in a child’s psychological development – discuss This essay will explore the concept of sensitive parenting and will look at how the dynamic interactions between parent and child inform Attachment Theory a model which measures child development. This model, pioneered by Bowlby is posited within the principles of a psychoanalytic and biological perspective (Bee, H.L., 2000). Child attachment can be classified into two main types, secure and insecure, by using a standard laboratory assessment known as the “Strange Situation” developed by Ainsworth, insecure attachment was divided further into sub groups, ambivalent and avoidant (Ding, S. & Littleton, K. 2005). Whilst discussing attachment theory which utilises the concept of an internal working model other approaches in terms of understanding how parenting affects child development will be explored. Theoretical positions such as social learning theory which lies heavily on behaviourist principles will be looked at, parenting styles where patterns of parenting will be discussed and inter-generational transmission which serves to perpetuate society’s inequalities and disadvantages with negative connotations for a child’s psychological development (Ding, S. & Littleton, K. 2005).
DESCRIBE, FROM THE SERVICE USER PERSPECTIVE (CHD DISABILITY), HOW SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE HAS RESPONDED TO THE CHANGING NEEDS OFTHIS PARTICULAR GROUP WITHIN THE LAST TWO DECADES. THEORY Some 20th century theorists have concentrated on the traditional perspectives of normal and typical development, with limited attention to the various implications of disability and the theories regarding the treatment of childhood disability, which has only focused on managing the impairments that lie behind these disabilities and how treatment can promote normal development. (Skelton H and Rosenbaum, 2010) Childhood disability is very diverse, ranging from mild impairments to severe debilitations, so with so many different considerations, it is vital to be aware of exactly what these needs are. Theories are moving away from grouping unequal needs together under one terminology. We need to consider other impacting factors such as, age, family circumstances, ethnicity, social class, gender and sexuality.
Running head: FOUR PERSPECTIVES Four perspectives on the preschool mind D Barret Argosy University Four perspectives on the preschool mind Child development is a combination of social, behavioral, and environmental theories; to separate them leaves an unfinished picture regarding a child’s world. However, for this paper, the perspectives of J. Piaget, E. Erikson, B.F. Skinner, and L. Vygotsky will be compared and contrasted in relation to child development, followed by their theories on cognitive development issues and progress in preschool years. J. Piaget was a renowned Cognitive Theorist focused on how children think (Feldman, 2011). E. Erikson was a Psychosocial Theorist who considered feelings as the motivator of his crisis stages (Feldman, 2011). B.F. Skinner, a Behavioral Psychologist, developed Operant Conditioning as a means to shape and develop behaviors (Feldman, 2011).
Since the early identification of developmental errors consequently assist private and public sector organizations to intervene and thus influence the effect that developmental delays may have on social, language and academic skills. In light of this background, it is critical to understand how both formal and informal assessments, when developmentally appropriate in design and purpose, are beneficial for early childhood. Childhood is divided into three groups for discussion: infants/toddlers (ages 0 through 2) and preschoolers (ages 3 through 6). This paper will focus on young children aged 3-6 years. Since young children are increasingly being assessed for an array of reasons, this can be disconcerting raising the question of the purposefulness of these assessments-assessment of children may be used for purposes as diverse as determining the level of functioning of individual children, guiding instruction, or measuring functioning at the program, community, or
Developmental Psychology Developmental Psychology Introduction This project focuses on the cognitive, emotional and social development of humans during middle childhood. It entails the factors that influence development and the relevant developmental theories which were developed to help understand development. Table of Content Content Page Specific objectives: 5.5: Recognize the relevance of Erickson’s theory in middle childhood development……………………………………………...…..2 5.6 Understand the changes in self-development seen during middle childhood…………………………………………………………3 5.7 Know the emotional and moral developmental milestones in middle childhood……………………………………………………….4 5.8 Appreciate the significance of peer and family relations in middle childhood………………………………………………………..…5-7 5.9 Recognize some common problem of development seen in middle childhood………………………………………………………..…..8 Bibliography……………………………………………………………………10 5.5: Recognize the relevance of Erickson’s theory in middle childhood development. Erikson’s Theory: Industry versus Inferiority Erikson believed that the combination of adult expectations and children’s drive towards mastery sets the stage for psychological conflict of middle childhood, industry versus inferiority, which is resolved positively when children develop a sense of competence at useful skills and tasks. Through social interactions, children begin to develop a sense of pride in their accomplishments and abilities.
Discuss this statement in context of relevant developmental theory. | The aim of this paper is to examine the importance of ‘sensitive mothering‘(Ainsworth in Smith, Cowie & Blades, 2003) in the social and emotional development of children. Developmental theories, such as Bowlby’s attachment theory (Bowlby, 1988), Ainsworth’s research, Erik Erikson’s psychological stages of personality (and other relevant research will be discussed to create an understanding of how the bond between mother/primary caregiver and child is essential for a healthy mental and social development. Furthermore, research that considers how early attachment impacts on the social and emotional development of 3-5 year olds and adults will be determined. Mary Ainsworth and other intellects investigated the process of mothering and how it affects the child’s attachment towards the mother/caregiver.