Question:

Discussion 1 - Applying Service Delivery Models

Select two contemporary social problems of interest to you. Next, identify which of the three major models of service delivery (medical model, public health model, and human services model) best describes the approaches commonly used in human services to address these two problems. Explain your choice and elaborate on how the models can best be applied to the selected social problems.

Response Guidelines

Review your peers'' posts and respond to at least one. Evaluate the learner''s application of the service delivery models to the identified social problems. In your evaluation, consider elements such as accuracy, relevance, and appropriateness. Note factors or variables that were not considered, and make suggestions regarding application of service delivery models.

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Discussion 2 - Applying Prevention Programs

In addition to treatment and intervention, preventive measures are also, as Burger (2014) explained, essential methods for working with clients and addressing social problems. Identify and describe a primary, secondary, or tertiary prevention program that addresses a specific contemporary social problem. Be sure to identify the relevant population or populations.

Reference
Burger, W. R. (2014). Human services in contemporary America (9th ed.). Belmont, CA: Brooks/Cole.

Response Guidelines
Select one post by a fellow learner and evaluate the fit among the program identified, the levels of prevention, and the identified social problem. In your evaluation, consider elements such as appropriateness, accuracy, relevance, and factors or variables not considered. You may also make suggestions.