Homework: Cognitive Theory and Cognitive Behavior Theory
Your theoretical orientation is cognitive behavior theory. You will use the same case study that you chose and have been analyzing in this course. Use the "Dissecting a Theory and Its Application to a Case Study" worksheet to help you dissect the theory. You do not need to submit this handout. It is a tool for you to use to dissect the theory and then you can employ the information in the table to complete your homework.
In this Homework, you prepare a 5-minute video case presentation. It is common to present a case analysis in multidisciplinary team meetings or with your supervisor and colleagues. This homework offers you an opportunity to provide insights and perspectives to a case.
To prepare:
1. Use the same case study that you chose.
2. Read this article listed in the Learning Resources: González-Prendes, A. A., & Thomas, S. A. (2009). Culturally sensitive treatment of anger in African American women: A single case study. Clinical Case Studies, 8(5), 383-402.
This article provides a nice framework for how the authors' cognitive-behavioral theoretical orientation shaped the conceptualization of the case and assessment and intervention.
Application of Cognitive Behavior Theory to a Case Study Although this is a professional presentation, it is not a formal presentation as in a speech. Imagine that you are discussing your case with a group of peers in a meeting. For example, if you stumble a bit, don't feel you have to record yourself again.
Your presentation should include the following:
1. In 1 to 2 sentences, identify and describe the presenting problem.
2. In 1 to 2 sentences, briefly define and conceptualize the problem from a cognitive-behavioral theoretical orientation.
3. Formulate 2 assessment questions that you will ask the client to better understand the client's problem. Remember, the assessment questions should be guided by cognitive- behavioral theory.
4. In 1 to 2 sentences, identify two goals for treatment. Again, remember, the goals should be consistent with cognitive- behavioral theory.
5. In 1 to 2 sentences, describe the treatment plan from a cognitive-behavioral theoretical orientation. Remember, the treatment plan should align with the goal(s) for work.
6. Discuss one outcome you would measure, if you were to evaluate whether the intervention worked, and explain how this is consistent with cognitive behavior theory.
7. Evaluate one merit and one limitation of cognitive behavior theory as it relates to the case study.
8. Evaluate the application of cognitive behavior theory in relation to a diversity issue pertinent to the case.
9. Be sure to: Identify and correctly reference the case study you have chosen.
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
1. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.