• PCN 520 Grand Canyon Week 4 Discussion 2 Latest July 2016 What factors would cause you to initiate follow-up contacts with one or more group members? What would be the purpose of such contacts?   ADDITIONAL DETAILS    Initiate follow-up contacts with group members Introduction Your participants are the heart of your program. They are…

  • PCN 520 Grand Canyon Week 3 Discussion 2 Latest July 2016 How could the use of role plays among group members facilitate the goals of early and transition stage groups? What purpose could role plays serve for individual members and for the group as a whole?   ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  Role plays in early and transition…

  • PCN 520 Grand Canyon Week 3 Discussion 1 Latest July 2016 Conflict typically appears when a group is in transition. State several forms of conflict you can expect in the types of groups you will lead. Consider group members suffering with substance use disorders. What are your own reactions to conflict? How will this influence…

  • PCN 520 Grand Canyon Week 2 Discussion 1 Latest July 2016 Which of the therapeutic forces discussed in this week’s readings do you think are the most important for successful group outcomes? Explain and give examples of how you can incorporate this knowledge into your future counseling practice. For example, if you are in the…

  • PCN 520 Grand Canyon Week 1 Discussion 2 Latest July 2016 In Corey, Corey, & Corey (Chapter 2), identify the personal characteristics of an effective group leader. Which three skills do you consider to be the most important? Explain your selections. What do you think are your strengths and areas of needed growth in these…

  • PCN 520 Discussion 1 Latest July 2016 Complete Self-Inventory of Ethical Behaviors. Select the five behaviors that you consider to be the most serious violations of ethical practice. What are the reasons for your selection of these behaviors? Explain.   ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  Behaviors considered serious violations of ethical practice Introduction The healthcare industry has a…

  • PCN 501 Grand Canyon Week 8 Discussion 1 How do coping strategies help clients prevent relapse? Present two examples of coping strategies and justify their effectiveness   ADDITIONAL INFORMATION How do coping strategies help clients prevent relapse? Introduction People who have an addiction are often struggling with a number of challenges. Many of these challenges…

  • PCN 501 Grand Canyon Week 8 Discussion 2 What is a client’s support system, and how is it important in preventing relapse?   ADDITIONAL DETAILS  What is a client’s support system, and how is it important in preventing relapse? Introduction A strong support system is important, not only for people with substance use disorders but…

  • PCN 501 Grand Canyon Week 7 Discussion 1 How does cultural awareness affect counseling intervention? Provide examples and evidence within your answer to justify your rationale.   ADDITIONAL DETAILS  How does cultural awareness affect counseling intervention? Introduction Counseling intervention is a vital part of counseling. It can help a patient overcome his or her struggles…

  • Dual disorders

    PCN 501 Grand Canyon Week 5 Discussion 2 It is known that patients with dual disorders often experience more severe and chronic medical, social, and emotional problems. Why is this so?   ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  Dual disorders Introduction Mental health and substance abuse are two of the most prevalent mental disorders in the US today. While…