E. Issues in the Use of Theory
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2. PROBLEM SOLVING PHASE [Back]

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IDEOLOGICAL   EMOTIONAL
  • Resolution of situational value/ethical issues
  • Clarification of professional responsibilities
  • Juxtaposition of personal values, religious beliefs, and political views vis-a-vis professional role expectations
  
  • Tolerance of ambiguity and resistance to premature closure in the problem solving process
  • Emotional response to client needs and problems
  • Identification and transference issues
  • Subjective reactions to case choices and issues
  • Reassurance needs
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INDIVIDUAL/GROUP
TEACHING-LEARNING   ACTIVITIES:
Design and carry out activities related to all these four areasDesign and carry out activities related to all these four areas
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CONCEPTUAL

  

BEHAVIORAL
  • Assessment of problem dynamics
  • Consideration of motivation and change potential
  • Knowledge of interventive roles and methodologies
  • Knowledge of community resources and natural helping systems
  • Understanding of problem solving process
  • Conceptualization and refinement problem definition
  • Initial decisions on scope of interventions
  • Planning of interventions and identification of barriers
  
  • Data collection and planning skills
  • Contracting/negotiation skills
  • Outreach and motivational skills
  • Meaning attribution skills
  • Supportive skills
  • Decision-making/priority skills
  • Professional influence

 
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First Level Integration of Theory with Practice in Fieldwork