Cultural Formulation & Therapeutic Analysis
Vargas Family: Cultural Formulation & Therapeutic Analysis
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Read “Topic 2: Vargas Case Study.” Complete a Cultural Formulation Interview based on the “Cultural Formulation” section in the DSM-5 and given the new information learned in session two of the Vargas case study. Refer to the attached CFI form for guidance and complete the CFI template. Include a citation for the Cultural Formulation Interview. APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected. Part Two: Review the Topic 2: Vargas Family Case Study. Write a 750-word paper in which you demonstrate how therapists apply psychoanalytic and cognitive-behavioral theories to analyze the presenting problem(s) and choose appropriate interventions. Be sure to answer the following questions in your paper: 1.What are the two main presenting problems for the Vargas family? 2.How are the problems maintained according to: a) The psychoanalytic perspective? b) The cognitive-behavioral perspective? 3.What interventions would you plan to use in your next session? ◦From the psychoanalytic perspective (identify and describe your plan for two interventions) ◦From the cognitive-behavioral perspective (identify and describe your plan for two interventions) Cite at least three academic sources (peer-reviewed journal articles, books, etc.). Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required. This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion. You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.
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Rubrics Formulation Interview The assignment omits a copy of a completed cultural formulation interview. The cultural formulation interview is vague and/or incorrect. The cultural formulation interview is complete and included with the assignment. The completion of the cultural formulation interview shows an advanced understanding of the course content.
The completion of the cultural formulation interview provides a comprehensive understanding of the course content.
20.0 % Part Two: Two Main Presenting Problems The paper does not discuss two main presenting problems for the Vargas family and does not make any connections through scholarly, academic research. The paper vaguely discusses two main presenting problems for the Vargas family and makes few connections through scholarly, academic research. The paper fully discusses two main presenting problems for the Vargas family and makes clear connections through scholarly, academic research. The paper provides an advanced discussion of two main presenting problems for the Vargas family and makes sound connections through scholarly, academic research.
The paper provides a comprehensive discussion of two main presenting problems for the Vargas family and makes insightful connections through scholarly, academic research.
20.0 % Part Two: How Problems are Maintained The paper does not discuss how the problems are maintained according to the psychoanalytic and cognitive-behavioral perspectives for the Vargas family and does not make any connections through scholarly, academic research. The paper vaguely discusses how the problems are maintained according to the psychoanalytic and cognitive-behavioral perspectives for the Vargas family and makes few connections through scholarly, academic research. The paper fully discusses how the problems are maintained according to the psychoanalytic and cognitive-behavioral perspectives for the Vargas family and makes clear connections through scholarly, academic research. The paper provides an advanced discussion on how the problems are maintained according to the psychoanalytic and cognitive-behavioral perspectives for the Vargas family and makes sound connections through scholarly, academic research.
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The paper provides a comprehensive discussion on how the problems are maintained according to the psychoanalytic and cognitive-behavioral perspectives for the Vargas family and makes insightful connections through scholarly, academic research.
20.0 % Part Two: Interventions Planned for Next Session The paper does not discuss two interventions from the psychoanalytic and cognitive-behavioral perspectives to use in the next session with the Vargas family and does not make any connections through scholarly, academic research. The paper vaguely discusses two interventions from the psychoanalytic and cognitive-behavioral perspectives to use in the next session with the Vargas family and makes few connections through scholarly, academic research. The paper fully discusses two interventions from the psychoanalytic and cognitive-behavioral perspectives to use in the next session with the Vargas family and makes clear connections through scholarly, academic research. The paper provides an advanced discussion of two interventions from the psychoanalytic and cognitive-behavioral perspectives to use in the next session with the Vargas family and makes sound connections through scholarly, academic research.
The paper provides a comprehensive discussion of two interventions from the psychoanalytic and cognitive-behavioral perspectives to use in the next session with the Vargas family and makes insightful connections through scholarly, academic research.
20.0 %Organization and Effectiveness 7.0 % Thesis Development and Purpose Paper lacks any discernible overall purpose or organizing claim. Thesis and/or main claim are insufficiently developed and/or vague; purpose is not clear. Thesis and/or main claim are apparent and appropriate to purpose. Thesis and/or main claim are clear and forecast the development of the paper. It is descriptive and reflective of the arguments and appropriate to the purpose. Thesis and/or main claim are comprehensive. The essence of the paper is contained within the thesis.
Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper clear. 8.0 % Argument Logic and Construction Statement of purpose is not justified by the conclusion. The conclusion does not support the claim made. Argument is incoherent and uses noncredible sources. Sufficient justification of claims is lacking. Argument lacks consistent unity. There are obvious flaws in the logic. Some sources have questionable credibility. Argument is orderly, but may have a few inconsistencies. The argument presents minimal justification of claims. Argument logically, but not thoroughly, supports the purpose. Sources used are credible. Introduction and conclusion bracket the thesis. Argument shows logical progressions. Techniques of argumentation are evident. There is a smooth progression of claims from introduction to conclusion. Most sources are authoritative. Clear and convincing argument that presents a persuasive claim in a distinctive and compelling manner.
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All sources are authoritative. 5.0 % Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use) Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning. Inappropriate word choice and/or sentence construction are used. Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language choice (register) and/or word choice are present. Sentence structure is correct but not varied. Some mechanical errors or typos are present, but are not overly distracting to the reader. Correct and varied sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are employed. Prose is largely free of mechanical errors, although a few may be present. The writer uses a variety of effective sentence structures and figures of speech.
Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English. 10.0 %Format 5.0 % Paper Format (use of appropriate style for the major and assignment) Template is not used appropriately or documentation format is rarely followed correctly. Appropriate template is used, but some elements are missing or mistaken. A lack of control with formatting is apparent. Appropriate template is used. Formatting is correct, although some minor errors may be present. Appropriate template is fully used. There are virtually no errors in formatting style. All format elements are correct. 5.0 % Research Citations (in-text citations for paraphrasing and direct quotes, and reference page listing and formatting, as appropriate to assignment and style)
No reference page is included. No citations are used. Reference page is present. Citations are inconsistently used. Reference page is included and lists sources used in the paper. Sources are appropriately documented, although some errors may be present.
Reference page is present and fully inclusive of all cited sources. Documentation is appropriate and citation style is usually correct. In-text citations and a reference page are complete and correct. The documentation of cited sources is free of error. 100 % Total Weightage
