Subject Code & Title: HSCS474 Counselling For Loss And Grief
Weight: 50% of unit assessment
Length: 3000 words
Assignment Type: Essay
This assessment relates to: Learning Outcomes 1, 2, 3
You will need to have completed Modules 1 – 4 prior to commencing this assignment.
HSCS474 Counselling For Loss And Grief Essay 1 – Australia.
PART A :
“In relation to loss, traditional models of grief suggest that there are discernible patterns relating to the grief experience that enable us to describe, compare and contrast individual experiences against normative criteria. Contemporary models of grief, however, emphasise the uniqueness and individuality of the experience for the mourner.”
In light of the above statement, how do both Traditional and Contemporary approaches have contributions to make to an integrated perspective in counselling practice when responding to a client experiencing retrenchment from employment?
PART B :
Watch the following video in which Jean and Scott share their story of their daughter’s death:
In light of this video, describe the losses experienced by Jean and Scott.
1.You might like to consider the following factors when crafting your response:
2. The primary loss and the secondary losses accompanying it.
3. Where it occurred developmentally in the lives of Jean and Scott.
4. What kind of loss it was – e.g. anticipated, unexpected, traumatic.
5. What socio-cultural and familial factors influenced their loss experience and subsequent grieving.
6. What level of acknowledgement and support they have received.
7. Their grief-related responses to their daughter’s death.
Out of all the factors you have identified, which ones are likely to have the greatest impact on the grief experienced by Jean and Scott, and why?
Use references to support your response.
PART C :
Describe which model (or models) of grief (refer to Module 4) you would use if you were working with either Jean or Scott (please be clear about which parent you would be working with). Provide a rationale for the choice of model/s.
What personal or professional challenges might arise for you as a counsellor in this instance? Justify your response using references.
Structure and style :
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HSCS474 Counselling For Loss And Grief Essay 1 – Australia.
HSCS474 Counselling For Loss And Grief Essay 1 – Australia.
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HSCS474 Counselling For Loss And Grief Essay 1 – Australia.
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