Initiating a Discussion of Values
Values tend to be personal and not always easy to discuss or share. Assume that you work for a non-profit organization whose mission statement requires that you uphold the values of the client above your own. One of your clients, Tracy, a 21 year-old unemployed, single woman, confides in you that she is six weeks pregnant and is morally conflicted over the decision regarding whether to keep the baby, terminate the pregnancy, or give the child up for adoption. Tracey knows who the father is, but has not told him that she is pregnant.
Submit a critical essay addressing the following questions:
- How would you initiate a value discussion with Tracy?
- What rationale would you offer her?
- How would you clarify to be certain that you understand what Tracy is saying?
Instructions:
- Write a 2-4 page paper or about 1500 words, not including the title and reference pages, which are required.
- Be sure your answer names and discusses relevant established ethical codes. Discuss and cite the textbook readings and/or at least one additional credible or scholarly source to support your analysis and positions. The CSU-Global Library is a good place to find scholarly sources.
- Your paper must be properly cited and formatted according to the CSU-Global Guide to Writing and APA.
