This assignment
will be submitted to Turnitin™.
Instructions
After viewing
the course resources for this week, prepare a written reflection that
addresses the following:
Explain what you find
very clear and compelling in the ideas of postmodernism.
Determine the
relationship between systems theories and postmodernism.
Explain how postmodernism
and social constructionism inform your work as a marriage and family
therapist.
Explore how postmodernism
helps to facilitate conversations related to diversity, equity, and
inclusion.
Explain how the ideas of
postmodernism relate to the recovery model.
Indicate anything you
find confusing in the ideas of postmodernism.
Identify specific
questions or concerns you have regarding the connections between
postmodernism and MFT.
Length: 3-5 pages, not including
title or reference pages
References: Include a minimum of 3
scholarly resources.
Your reflection should demonstrate
thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts presented in the course by
providing new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your
response should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards. Be sure
to adhere to Northcentral University’s Academic Integrity Policy.
The social constructionist movement in modern psychology
Gergen, K. (1985). The social constructionist movement in modern psychology. American Psychologist, 40(3), 266-275.
An Introduction to MFT Systems Theory and Foundational Models
Northcentral University Faculty (2019). An Introduction to MFT Systems Theory and Foundational Models. Glass, V. (2019). Postmodernism and Social Constructionism in Family Therapy. Read Chapter 15