Personal Theory Paper

As a final examination, please write an original term paper expressing your views of family counseling as a therapeutic perspective for helping people overcome a wide-range of mental health, life-adjustment, and relationship issues. Explain how this systemic perspective differs from other approaches – in particular how it differs from the predominant “medical model” view of psychopathology assessment and treatment. Cite all sources you employ to inform your perspective. However, the emphasis of this paper should be your perspective – not a summary of what others have written. As such, direct quotes and paraphrases should be kept to a minimum.
As a graduate-level paper – grammar, spelling, and clarity of thought will play a significant role in the final grade calculation. The paper should be a minimum of five pages (excluding references and title page), double-spaced, 12-point Times Roman typeface. Remember that the deadline for submission of this final assignment is 12:00 noon on Wednesday, June 23rd. Given the time frame for submission of final grades, a paper will not be accepted after this time, regardless of the reason – so you are encouraged to complete and submit this assignment early.