CAPSTONE ASSIGNMENT
Write a 10-15page paper which applies a theory or theories of psychosocial development to a
person in the movie or book. Be sure to use 8 scholarly references. Use APA Format for
formatting, title page, abstract, paper, and references. A similarity rate of more than 10% is not
acceptable. Detailed rubric will be provided.
Assignment Outline
Part 1: Introduction/Theoretical Background
• Identify and describe one to three theoretical perspectives.
• Include the key concepts/elements of this theory.
• What is the theorists’ profession and how did he/she develop his theory?
• How does this theory (theories) apply to social work?
• Provide a brief discussion that details why the theory can be applied to the movie.
Part 2: Analysis
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Describe the client in terms of age, gender, cultural background, race, socioeconomic
status, sexual orientation, religion, occupation/grade level, marital/family status,
education.
How does the client appear to you (grooming, dress, voice, tone, mood)? Is this
consistent or does it change?
What brought the client to services? If the referral source is someone other than the client
– state the referral sources rationale, as well as the client’s view of the reason to attend
counseling.
Present the history as objectively as possible.
Facts may be collected from various sources – the client her/himself, significant others,
records, referral sources. Let the facts speak for themselves. Do not interpret them. Use
verbatim quotes from the client and others with knowledge of the client to capture
significant statements.
History of presenting problem (If appropriate).
Estimated date of onset, concurrent events, intensity, frequency, changes in symptoms.
How long has this been going on? How often? Magnitude? Use quotes.
Family history
Past and present. Include marital status of parents and any dates of family structure
changes or deaths. Include a description of relationships with family members, living
arrangements, parents’ occupations, genogram. Include statement affirming/denying
substance abuse, physical abuse or sexual abuse among family members, if appropriate.
Social relationship history
Past and present. Include a statement affirming/denying any unwanted sexual experience,
physical abuse, trouble with police. How are relationships with friends, peers, coworkers,
teachers? How were they before the onset?
Academic/work history
Past and present. What was/is school like? Academic aspirations? How was experience
and performance before the onset?
Medical history
Past and present medical conditions, hospitalizations, prescription medicines, problems
with eating, sleeping, weight control, alcohol and substance abuse. When was the last
physical?
Counseling history
For what issue(s)? Was this voluntary or involuntary? List providers names
How does the theory help you to understand the person/family?
What scenes from the movie help you to understand the client and the theory.
How are cultural issues portrayed in this film and does the theory help to explain cultural
issues?
Describe your understanding of why things are as they are based on the theory/theories
you have selected. Provide your understanding of the client based on the synthesis of the
information gathered on the client. In making your assessment include impressions of
client strengths and weaknesses, dimensions of affective, cognitive, behavioral, and
systemic issues. Use theory (including developmental and socio-cultural frameworks) to
frame your discussion.
Part 3: Engagement, Assessment, Intervention, Evaluation
• How was the client engaged?
Engagement: How did the social worker:
1. effectively prepare for action with individuals, families, groups,
organizations, and communities.
2. use empathy and other interpersonal skills; and
3. develop a mutually agreed-on focus of work and desired outcomes
• How was the client assessed?
Assessment: Social workers:
1. collect, organize, and interpret client data
2. assess client strengths and limitations
3. develop mutually agreed-on intervention goals and objectives.
4. select appropriate intervention strategies.
• What were the interventions?
Intervention: Social workers: a) Initiate actions to achieve goals; b) Implement
interventions that enhance client capacities; c) Help clients resolve problems; d)
Negotiate, mediate, and advocate for clients; and e) Facilitate transitions and endings
Describe how the social worker or other professionals intervened?
Based on the client needs and theory, what is the approach for providing services to the
client?
What are the goals for intervention?
What services are utilized?
Who is involved in working with the client?
Are there any ethical and legal considerations?
What is prognosis (favorable, marginal, good, excellent, etc.)?
What makes you think so?
• How were services evaluated?
Evaluation: Social workers: a) Critically analyze, monitor, and evaluate interventions.
Part 4: Conclusion
• Summary statement on the application of the theory/theories to the movie.
Additional important instructions:
o Include introductory and concluding paragraphs in your paper.
o Adhere to APA formatting – Cover Page. Abstract, Introduction, Body of
Paper, Conclusion
o Include a minimum of 8 book references or journal articles.
o Paper must be 10-15 pages, exclusive of title page, abstract and referenc
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