The developmental paper is a case study of individual developmental processes using you as the subject. This case study should be approached from a systems perspective, Looking at significant milestones in each facet of your biological, psychological, social, cultural and if significant spiritual/religious developmental history. The emphasis of this assignment is to demonstrate the ability to understand your own story of development through the application of developmental frameworks, and not on self-disclosure. This paper need not become a confessional and you should not self-disclose any information about which you are uncomfortable.
This assignment has a direct bearing on the ethical practice of social work. Social Workers are obligated to take responsibility for their own ethical conduct, and to seek opportunities for continuous growth and self-awareness; to include clarification of personal values, and knowledge of personal development are essential to these activities.
This assignment is not simply a narrative of your life. This is an analytical paper with a clear conceptual framework. You may discuss yourself in the third person if you wish. You will need to decide on a structure for this presentation and may draw on various developmental frameworks we have read and discussed. For example, you might use a family systems perspective to frame your discussion of your development or any of the theories we have covered throughout the semester. Comment on how risks or vulnerability and resiliency and protective factors may have influenced your development. In addition, to including Erickson’s life span development theory and attachment theory, you will select an additional theory to apply in examining your development. You can use the book and journal articles to support your points.
Abstract – Narrative
Table of contents
Introduction (your present self)
Gender, age
Residence
Race/Ethnicity
Social class, economic class
Sexual orientation
Religious affiliation
Relationship status
Employment
Educational history
Any other pertinent information
Background information of you growing up (your past self)
Explain the historical context of the population group in the U.S. (optional)
Family history
Family composition
Children
Relationships
SES growing up
Educational experience
Employment Relationships
Culture
Any major developments (divorce, accident, trauma, achievement, milestones)
Special interests
Biopsychosocial (Erickson’s theory)
Developmental milestones (past & present) – do you feel you’ve reached these milestones accordingly
Biological
Psychological
Social
Gender/Sex
Racial/Cultural
Spiritual/Religious
Health behavior (i.e. alcohol, tobacco, drugs – past and present)
Nutrition
Fitness
Recreation
Hobbies
Physical health (i.e. disabilities)
Theoretical Framework Utilize the 3 theories by the Professor
Summarize the theories
Applicability to your development
How do the theories address issues of race, class, gender, sex, religion, urban cultre, etc. in your development
Critical Analysis
Patterns/Milestones in your life
Risk & Resiliency (focus on strengths perspective)
Role of diversity in your life
Has the urban environment impacted your perspective
The post The developmental paper is a case study of individual developmental processes us appeared first on Essaybrook.