Describe the particular issues that might arise when working with a client from your selected special population.

Assignment 2: Working with Diverse Populations

Working with special populations in any field can present challenges that require special competencies. This is particularly true in the substance abuse field. There are many cultural factors that contribute to substance abuse and influence assessment and treatment approaches. In addition, specific demographic factors such as age, socioeconomic status, family composition, and parenting styles can influence the development of these disorders and have to be addressed in the assessment and treatment plan. The success or failure of treatment can be directly related to the accommodation of these factors.

Review the following list and select one population group for use in this assignment:

• Deaf and hard of hearing
• Native Americans and Alaskan Natives
• Asian Americans/Pacific Islanders
• Spanish Americans
• Persons with disabilities
• Children and adolescents
• Gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered (GLBT)

Respond to the following in a PowerPoint presentation:

• Explain how you would work with that population with cultural competency. Specifically address substance abuse.
• Describe the particular issues that might arise when working with a client from your selected special population.

Include a Introduction, Conclusion, detailed speaker’s notes and one slide with references.

Develop a 6–8-slide presentation in PowerPoint format. Apply APA standards to citation of sources. Use the following file naming convention: LastnameFirstInitial_M4_A2.ppt.

By the due date assigned, deliver your assignment to the Submissions Area.

Assignment 2 Grading Criteria Maximum PointsExplained how you would work with your selected special population with cultural competency.36

Specifically addressed substance abuse issues.

20Described the particular issues that might arise when working with a client from your selected special population.16Developed effective speaker notes and included references.20Wrote in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrated ethical scholarship in accurate representation and attribution of sources; displayed accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation.8Total:100