Case Study for Theories and Methods (SOW5006)
For the above case study the family member that the two theories will be applied to is Brendan
Apply the theories to the individual chosen from the case study.
The theories chosen include Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Person Centred Therapy (PCT). As the two used together will be effective in terms of bringing about a positive change in the individual and his situation. CBT and PCT is effective method to use whilst engaging and in treating individuals who are affected by personality disorders, depression and anxiety, these approaches are used extensively (Payne, 2014).
To bring about change and get a better outcome with any therapy whilst working with individuals, groups or families …show more content…
Brendan’s reasons for feeling like this is caused by the complexity of issues the family as a whole and individuals are experiencing such as; overcrowding, individual family members taking drugs or alcohol, living in a predominantly white British geographical area, his daughter experiencing racism at college.
Due to the past and present mishaps in Brendan’s life, this has led to him relying on Lena as he has appeared to have given up emotionally, physically which has had an impact on his mental health. As a result, Lena and Brendan’s marriage is under severe strain, due to the stress and pressure she is feels on a daily basis.
Brendan’s inability to find a full-time job has affected the family financially as Lena is the main breadwinner in the family along with her other duties. The power dynamics within the family has shifted due to Brendan’s dependency on Lena, which has created additional pressure in having to cope with the behaviours displayed by Karen, Lucas and …show more content…
Functionalist beliefs of the role of the husband could be what Brendan has been socialised into believing such as the woman is the carer and should be the one at home while the man should provide for his family. All of this has caused Brendan to believe that he is a failure, no good, and not a good father or husband to his wife - which has led Brendan to feel powerless on a personal cultural and structural level (Payne, 2012). Brendan’s inability to find work feeling of feeling powerless
For the above case study the family member that the two theories will be applied to is Brendan
Apply the theories to the individual chosen from the case study.
The theories chosen include Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Person Centred Therapy (PCT). As the two used together will be effective in terms of bringing about a positive change in the individual and his situation. CBT and PCT is effective method to use whilst engaging and in treating individuals who are affected by personality disorders, depression and anxiety, these approaches are used extensively (Payne, 2014).
To bring about change and get a better outcome with any therapy whilst working with individuals, groups or families …show more content…
Brendan’s reasons for feeling like this is caused by the complexity of issues the family as a whole and individuals are experiencing such as; overcrowding, individual family members taking drugs or alcohol, living in a predominantly white British geographical area, his daughter experiencing racism at college.
Due to the past and present mishaps in Brendan’s life, this has led to him relying on Lena as he has appeared to have given up emotionally, physically which has had an impact on his mental health. As a result, Lena and Brendan’s marriage is under severe strain, due to the stress and pressure she is feels on a daily basis.
Brendan’s inability to find a full-time job has affected the family financially as Lena is the main breadwinner in the family along with her other duties. The power dynamics within the family has shifted due to Brendan’s dependency on Lena, which has created additional pressure in having to cope with the behaviours displayed by Karen, Lucas and …show more content…
Functionalist beliefs of the role of the husband could be what Brendan has been socialised into believing such as the woman is the carer and should be the one at home while the man should provide for his family. All of this has caused Brendan to believe that he is a failure, no good, and not a good father or husband to his wife - which has led Brendan to feel powerless on a personal cultural and structural level (Payne, 2012). Brendan’s inability to find work feeling of feeling powerless