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Case Study Analysis: Paul and Diane Assignment Dwyana Smithen-Lewis Liberty University
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Achieving connection within a marriage
When attempting to connect with this couple, it is vital to remember that they are both going through a difficult time in their relationship. Keep this in mind as you try to connect with them. Because of this, you will be able to communicate with them more meaningfully. Because of the conduct of the other, they are both hurt, frustrated, and disappointed with one another. It is vital to show regard for the feelings that they are experiencing and to build an atmosphere of trust in which they can freely discuss their feelings and thoughts. It is also essential to show consideration for the emotions that they are experiencing.
Asking about their past relationships is an excellent method to get to know this couple. In what ways did they experience the joy of marriage? How have the last five years of their marriage been for them? Tell me about some of the significant points of their friendship. Please describe some of the difficulties they've encountered. One method to get to know this couple is to inquire about their offspring. How did their respective families impact the trajectory of their romance? Was there any family guidance or encouragement involved? What did their families anticipate from their union?
Make it a point to learn about their goals and objectives for the foreseeable future. What are some of the ways that they envision shaping their future together? If they do decide to have children, how many do they want to have, if any? How do they feel about the possibility of eventually paying off the mortgage by selling the yacht? The pair can begin to feel comfortable opening up to one another about their most private thoughts and feelings with the assistance of these questions, which will guide the conversation. In addition, they must discuss their feelings without passing judgment on one another while they do so.
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Breaking Down the Problem
Physical and medical needs and issues
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An individual's physical and medical needs are those that pertain to the individual's physical well-being, such as the need for food, water, shelter, and medical care.
-Physical and medical needs and issues: -The need for both Paul and Diane to be healthy to have a baby -The need for Paul and Diane to be able to afford a family -The need for Paul and Diane to be able to spend time with their child
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Emotional needs and issues
- Emotional needs are required for someone to feel emotionally stable and happy. Issues are problems or concerns that someone has.
-Emotional needs and issues: -The need for Paul and Diane to feel emotionally connected to each other -The need for Paul and Diane to feel emotionally safe with each other -The need for Paul and Diane to feel like they can express their emotions to each other
Family/Social/Relational needs and issues
-Family/Social/Relational needs and issues: -The need for Paul and Diane to have a supportive family -The need for Paul and Diane to have supportive friends -The need for Paul and Diane to have a strong relationship
- The need for both to have autonomy within the relationship
- The need for them to trust each other
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Mental/Psychological needs and issues
Mental needs and issues can refer to a wide range of things, from mental health disorders to simply feeling stressed out or overwhelmed.
-Mental/Psychological needs and issues: -The need for Paul and Diane to be mentally healthy -The need for Paul and Diane to be able to cope with stress -The need for Paul and Diane to be able to manage their emotions
Financial, Vocational, or Other/Practical needs and issues
- Financial needs are necessary for an individual to live a comfortable life. This can include things like food, shelter, clothing, and transportation. -Financial, Vocational, or Other/Practical needs and issues:
-The need for Paul and Diane to have a stable income
-The need for Paul and Diane to be able to afford a family
-The need for Paul and Diane to have a good work/life balance
Spiritual needs and Issues
-People can have many different types of spiritual needs and issues. -Some everyday spiritual needs include a need for meaning and purpose in life, a need for connection and community, forgiveness and redemption, and hope. -Spiritual needs and issues: -The need for Paul and Diane to have a strong faith
-The need for Paul and Diane to be able to express their spirituality -The need for Paul and Diane to be able to find meaning and purpose in their lives
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Assess the scope of the presenting problems by utilizing the scales (1-10) below, state the overall level of risk/distress, and provide a summary paragraph:
Frequency Score: 9
How often are problems, and issues arising, and specific behaviors displayed?
The issues investigated in this case study are typical of the actual world and are regularly encountered. The fact that the couple does not communicate with one another makes it impossible for them to find a solution to the problems that they are having in their relationship. These behaviors include a failure to communicate with one another, an unwillingness to compromise, and an absence of a sense of connection with one another.
Intensity Score: 8
How strong/evident is the pain, distress, or crisis level – physically, emotionally, relationally, psychologically, financially/vocationally, spiritually, etc.?
The case study features significant suffering, anxiety, and catastrophe. The couple's love life and physical compatibility have declined. They're both quite upset with each other emotionally, and Diane is thinking about quitting the marriage. Both are on different pages about how to raise their kids, and communication between them has broken down. Paul is psychologically terrified of commitment, and Diane is experiencing family pressure. They've both found success in their own fields and are comfortable financially, but they can't seem to agree on what to do next. They are not on good terms with each other, but they are both quite involved in their church on a spiritual level.
Duration Score: 7
How long does the impact of crisis moments linger/last when they manifest?
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A catastrophe's aftermath can impact people's lives for a very long time, and in some circumstances, for the rest of their lives. Their relationship was put under strain due to due to Paul's unsupportive response to Diane's desire to start a family. Because of this, there have been arguments and tensions in their relationship, and these problems have migrated to other aspects of their partnership. They have agreed to participate in therapy, but it may be some time before they can work through their issues. During times of crisis, the strength of a partnership can be put to the ultimate test.
Variability Score: 7
How many different issues, problems, and crisis points are present in the marriage?
The case study presents four issues, problems, and crisis points in the marriage. The first issue is Diane's desire to have children and start a family. The second issue is Paul's reaction to Diane's desire to have children, which has led to heated arguments and a strained relationship. The third issue is the couple's involvement with children and the youth group. The fourth issue is the couple's lack of communication and intimacy.
Overall Score: 31
(4-15: Low Risk; 16-25: Moderate Risk; 26-40: High Risk)
Committing to a Plan of Action
What steps does the counselor need to consider/take, including biblically oriented principles (in bullet-point format)?
• Pray for guidance from the Holy Spirit. • Get to know Paul and Diane individually and as a couple – their backgrounds, experiences, strengths, weaknesses, etc. • Examine the couple’s spiritual beliefs and how they relate to marriage and family.
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• Help the couple communicate openly, honestly, and respectfully with each other about their desires and expectations for the marriage and family. • Help the couple develop realistic plans and goals for their marriage and family. • Encourage and equip the couple to grow in their relationship with each other and with God.
What steps does the couple need to consider taking, including biblically oriented principles (in bullet-point format)
-The couple should consider biblical principles such as communication, compromise, and forgiveness. -The couple should take time to talk to each other about their feelings and needs. -The couple should try to understand each other's point of view. -The couple should make an effort to work together to find a solution that is acceptable to both of them. -The couple should seek counseling from a qualified Christian counselor.
Documenting the Interaction
-The potential legal issue is that Paul and Diane may divorce if they cannot determine their differences. -The ethical issue is that Paul and Diane need to be honest with each other and communicate effectively to resolve their conflict. -The liability issue is that Paul and Diane could sell their boat and house if they cannot pay off their mortgage.
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Theoretical Orientation
I will concentrate on the psychodynamic theory as my primary point of reference in this debate. This theory is the most suitable one to utilize in this case since it considers the experiences that each member of the couple has had in the past and how those experiences may be influencing their current relationship. In addition to this, it emphasizes the significance of communication and being able to comprehend differences in opinion within the context of a romantic partnership.
When working with this couple, a counselor would begin by assisting them in comprehending the impact that their separate histories have had on how they currently relate to one another. This would be the initial step that the counselor would take when working with this couple. The counselor would inquire about Paul's history and how Paul's parents' divorce may have influenced Paul's perspective on marriage and family at that point in Paul's life. The counselor would also inquire about Paul's relationship with his siblings. The counselor would inquire more and look into past instances that may have affected the ability to have a meaningful relationship that may have occurred earlier on in Diane's childhood to determine whether she had any experiences that may have influenced how she feels about marriage and families in general. This investigation aims to determine whether Diane had any such incidents. It is necessary for the couple first to understand how their previous experiences have impacted their current relationship and how this has affected any potential problems they may be facing for them to begin working through any issues that may be stemming from their experiences. Only then will they be able to start working through any problems that may be stemming from their experiences. In addition, it is crucial for them to know how any potential challenges they may be encountering have been influenced as a result of this. For the couple to
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begin working through any issues that may be stemming from their experiences, it is imperative that they first understand how their previous experiences have impacted both the relationship that they have now and the relationship that they have had in the past. Only then will they be able to begin working through any issues that may be stemming from their experiences. As soon as the couple has this comprehension, they can start working through any challenges that may result from previous experiences that either of them has had. This may be the case because either of them has had similar incidents in the past. In times gone by. They can take their relationship to the next level because this has occurred.
After that, the therapist will move on to the subsequent stage of the process, which comprises assisting the couple in boosting the quality of communication they have with one another. The counselor would work with the couple to encourage them to communicate their thoughts and emotions to one another in an accepting atmosphere for both parties and did not pass judgment on what was said. This would take place in an environment that was both welcoming and accepting of both parties. The counselor would be responsible for establishing such an atmosphere. In addition, the counselor would provide the couple with guidance on how to improve their capacity to listen to one another and constructively resolve any issues that may develop within their relationship.
The counselor would next advise the couple to be more positive about marriage and family life. This happens during counseling. This would be a pair-effort. The marital counselor would advise the couple to develop a healthy marriage together and to focus on the positive elements of their relationship. The pair would also be encouraged to develop the positive aspects of their relationship. The counselor will also help the couple build a positive image of family life to make them more open to extending their family. This would help the couple consider having
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children in the future. Positively, this would make the couple more interested in having children in the future.
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