For the final paper, you will select a specific population or health issue (i.e., teen pregnancy, substance abuse, dementia, chronic illness, AIDS/HIV, palliative care, mental illness, war-related illness; or health care with a particular population such as the elderly, immigrants, LGBTQ people; survivors of sexual abuse, etc.) This paper will give you an opportunity to explore one of these topics in depth and to demonstrate your knowledge based on further reading and research while applying key concepts of assessment, intervention, and practice skills as outlined below. The expected length of this paper is 10-12 pages, double-spaced, 8-12 citations, APA is required. Introduction Description of the health problem or population Definition, incidence and/or prevalence in the general population, groups that are most affected by the problem and why Etiology of the problem (biopsychosocial factors that contribute to it) Association with other diseases or social problems Course of illness/health problem, including prognosis Issues related to intervention Types of treatment/interventions available Side effects or unintended consequences of treatment/intervention Access and cost of treatment/intervention Treatment decision-making Ethical issues regarding intervention Psycho-social factors Impact of the problem on the individual, family, or larger community Stigma and barriers to seeking help (consider micro, mezzo and macro levels) Resources in the community (including programs and advocacy groups) Implications for social work practice, research, and policShow more
