The Social Work Podcast
Jonathan B. Singer, Ph.D., LCSW
Join your host, Jonathan Singer, Ph.D., LCSW in an exploration of all things social work, including direct practice, human behavior in the social environment, research, policy, field work, social work education, and everything in between. Big names talking about bigger ideas. The purpose of the podcast is to present information in a user-friendly format. Although the intended audience is social workers, the information will be useful to anyone in a helping profession (including psychology, nursing, psychiatry, counseling, and education). The general public will find these episodes useful as a way of getting insight into some of the issues that social workers need to know about in order to provide professional and ethical services.
Episodes
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Feb 12, 2007 • 18min
7: Existential Therapy
Dive into the intriguing world of existential therapy, where philosophy meets psychology. Discover how self-awareness, freedom of choice, and personal responsibility shape the therapeutic experience. Explore the idea that the inevitability of death can bring profound meaning to life. Contrast this approach with traditional Freudian psychoanalysis, highlighting the unique role it plays in social work. Join the conversation on the importance of choice and its impact on our journey toward understanding ourselves.
Feb 5, 2007 • 15min
6: Adlerian Psychotherapy
Delve into the fascinating world of Adlerian psychotherapy, where the focus shifts from drives to goals. Discover how Alfred Adler's theories emphasize social interest and the impact of birth order on personality. The conversation contrasts these ideas with Freud's views, offering insights into individual complexities and social equality. Explore both the strengths and limitations of Adler's approach in understanding human behavior.
Feb 5, 2007 • 20min
5: Freudian Psychoanalysis
Episode 5: In this lecture, I discuss key elements of Freud's theory of personality and how that translated into his approach to therapy. The central goal of Freudian psychoanalysis is to make the unconscious conscious.
Jan 29, 2007 • 21min
4: Crisis Intervention and Suicide Assessment for Social Workers: Part 2
Episode 4: This is part two of a two-part series on Crisis Intervention. In this lecture, I discuss individual crisis intervention within the context of Roberts's Seven-Stage Model of Crisis Intervention, and the most popular group crisis intervention model currently in use, Critical Incident Stress Debriefing. The podcast ends with a detailed review of suicide assessment.
Jan 29, 2007 • 35min
3: Crisis Intervention and Suicide Assessment for Social Workers: Part 1
Dive into the fascinating world of crisis intervention and suicide assessment. Explore historical insights from Eric Lindemann’s groundbreaking work on acute grief. Learn about the key principles of crisis, including the need for social support and adaptability. Discover two essential assessment models: the Triage Assessment Model and the Dilation-Constriction Continuum, which help gauge emotional and behavioral responses. Get ready for valuable guidance on navigating crises and enhancing intervention strategies!
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Jan 22, 2007 • 18min
2: Bio-psychosocial-spiritual Assessment and Mental Status Exam for Social Workers
Explore the components of the Bio-psychosocial-spiritual assessment and its importance in identifying strengths and resources. Consider the influence of cultural factors and socio-cultural context in assessments. Discuss the spiritual assessment and its role in clients' lives. Learn unique strategies for conducting interviews with children. Gain insights into different types of assessments and the mental status exam.
Jan 22, 2007 • 24min
1: DSM Diagnosis for Social Workers
This podcast explores the history of DSM diagnosis, the labeling and criticisms in diagnosis, the axes of DSM diagnosis for social workers, the revisions in the DSM-4 and cultural issues, and the benefits and problems of diagnosis in social work.
