1 The application assignment will require the student to choose and research a scholarly/peer reviewed journal article on Parenthood (which means reviewed by experts in the field) and must be related

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The application assignment will require the student to choose and research a scholarly/peer reviewed journal article on Parenthood (which means reviewed by experts in the field) and must be related to chapter 10 Biological Aspect of young and Middle Adulthood page 455 of our text. (Required Textbook(s): Understanding human behavior and the social environment.) Zastrow, C. and Kirst-Ashman, K. (2019). (11th edition) Belmont, CA: Thomson Brooks/Cole. 

Application Assignment I

The article should be critiqued and result in a written assignment to explore issues that are common to any issue addressed in Chapter 10 of your text.  The two page minimum does not include the title page, the abstract or the reference page. The paper should be double spaced in APA format and focus on (1) strengths and weaknesses of the theoretical arguments and evidence presented; (2) relations between the readings in the textbook (how does article relate to chapter 10 (3) unanswered questions raised by the journal article.  (you usually find this in discussion or section on future or further research). Paper must be written in APA format.  See the attached rubric.

Go to the library or locate  a journal article on online. The article needs to be related to chapter 10 (any issue in our chapter 10 text).  On the outline of the journal or inside cover it will say peer reviewed which means it has been reviewed by experts in the field.  Peer reviewed journals make the journal and articles more credible.  You should have 5 headings and they are listed in red below.

The two page minimum does not include the title page, the abstract or the reference page.

No author note needed for student version of APA

Introduction (which is labeled the title of paper or assignment . Do not label the  introduction section introduction (It should be the title of your paper)). This section includes What you will present/ tell the reader what the article is about.

Critique (critique article by providing the strengths and weaknesses of argument/article/evidence presented in article.

Relationship to Chapter 10 (Explain how article relates to chapter 10 of our text)  Biological Aspect of young and Middle Adulthood page 455 of our text. (Required Textbook(s): Understanding human behavior and the social environment.) Zastrow, C. and Kirst-Ashman, K. (2019). (11th edition) Belmont, CA: Thomson Brooks/Cole.

Unanswered Questions (Unanswered questions raised in the article-you usually find this in discussion or section. Sometimes even future or further research).

Implications for social work practice (Summarize article and share what additional research is needed and why (you usually find this in section on future or further research. Please also address how findings may impact social work practice.

References   which is the Reference page and should be a separate page (a minimum of 1 reference is required.  The author of the article that you selected will be the 1 minimum reference. You may provide other references if you like.

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Power Point

• Treating Opioid Addiction in Women

Ensure that each slide contains concise bullet points or visuals to support your presentation. You can also include relevant images, graphs, or quotes to enhance engagement and comprehension. 

• Title: Treating Opioid Addiction in Women
• Subtitle: Understanding Gender-Specific Approaches
• Your Name
• Date

Introduction:

• Brief overview of opioid addiction among women
• Importance of addressing gender-specific needs in treatment

Slide 2: Understanding Opioid Addiction in Women

• Statistics on opioid addiction prevalence in women
• Factors contributing to opioid addiction among women (e.g., social, biological, psychological)

Slide 3: Gender-Specific Treatment Needs

• Unique challenges faced by women with opioid addiction (e.g., trauma, childcare responsibilities)
• Importance of considering gender-specific factors in treatment planning

Slide 4: Effective Treatment Approaches

• Overview of evidence-based treatment modalities (e.g., medication-assisted treatment, counseling)
• Importance of integrated care addressing physical, psychological, and social needs

Slide 5: Trauma-Informed Care

• Understanding the impact of trauma on women with opioid addiction
• Incorporating trauma-informed approaches into treatment settings

Slide 6: Pregnancy and Opioid Addiction

• Risks of opioid use disorder during pregnancy
• Importance of providing specialized care for pregnant women with opioid addiction

Slide 7: Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)

• Overview of MAT options (e.g., methadone, buprenorphine)
• Benefits of MAT in treating opioid addiction in women

Slide 8: Counseling and Behavioral Therapies

• Overview of counseling approaches (e.g., cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing)
• Role of counseling in addressing underlying issues contributing to addiction

Slide 9: Supportive Services

• Importance of providing access to supportive services (e.g., childcare, housing assistance)
• Enhancing treatment outcomes through comprehensive support

Slide 10: Barriers to Treatment Access

• Common barriers faced by women seeking treatment for opioid addiction (e.g., stigma, childcare concerns)
• Strategies for overcoming barriers and increasing treatment access

Slide 11: Culturally Competent Care

• Importance of cultural sensitivity in providing treatment to diverse populations of women
• Addressing cultural factors that may impact treatment engagement and outcomes

Slide 12: Conclusion

• Summary of key points discussed
• Importance of gender-specific approaches in treating opioid addiction in women
• Call to action for continued research and advocacy in this area

References:

• List of sources cited in the presentation