chp 2 questions : Human Services

Describe the techniques and solutions used to aid in the well being of clients who were distressed

– Back then when people didn’t really understand what mental illnesses were, often times the techniques would be putting people into straight jackets and have them in that position for many hours at a time. Many wouldn’t even be able to move for several days because of it. Also another method that as used was to seclude them in a padded cell under lock key. But with more research and also the mental health movement , which included Phillipe Pinel , Benjamin Rush and Clifford Beers , caused for methods to change for the better. For example some solutions now in days are therapy exercises and even medication that help you live life.

Describe the evolution of well being services from the middle ages to present day by individuals , professionals and society

– Before the middle ages people thought that mental illnesses came from the devil . But Hippocrates , a physician in the 3rd century , used a scientific approach for mental illnesses . He believed that mental illnesses and disorders all were caused by natural causes for example brain disease. From then on Asylums were created to house the mentally ill. Then came the Elizabeth poor laws that became a revolution in mental health for many disabled people. This law was created to give aid to those who were out of work and children whose parents could not support them as well. Now present day many changes have occured in the human service. One major development happened during the Jimmy Carter Administration. For one the the department of Health and Human Services was founded.

Describe how Obama-Care’s mission is to aid the well being of americans

– For starters , its mission is to help people who aren’t able to get health insurance get health insurance. We all know that staying healthy is extremely important in a persons well being. Its a great help for those who can’t afford going to doctors and making sure there in good health. Especially for children that are chronically ill aren’t denied coverage. In simple terms no one gets turned away for not being able to pay.

Describe how the human service movement promoted the well being of clients/society.

– The movements helped address problems and concerns that weren’t even thought about before. For example addressing the shortage of mental health personnel in underserved areas. But this of course requires support from the government and federal money for financial support.

Describe how the mental health movement promoted the well being of clients/society.

– The National Association for Mental Health helped improve hospitals for the mentally ill also promote public concern for those who were in need. Education on mental health was being improved which was helpful for clients ,that way others had a better understanding on diseases , diagnosis and create a more affective treatment. This all happened because of Clifford Beers , who was a mental illness victim himself, wrote a book where he wrote about his experience , collapse and his treatment. He also founded the Connecticut Society for mental hygiene.

Describe how entitlement benefits (medicaid,medicare,welfare)promote the well being of individuals/society.

– GIves individuals the aid they need and resources for living. sadly there are many people who cannot afford medication or even support there family members. So the entitlement benefits help give them hope and happiness because it gives them relief and less stressed with the struggle of trying to make it work and getting through each day.