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In this Assignment, you further prepare for the biopsychosocial assessment by identifying the presenting problem and searching for evidence to deepen your understanding of Ray's case.

Describe the presenting problem(s).

Identify a specific peer-reviewed research article and explain how it could inform understanding of the problem or population.

Explain how power and privilege may influence the case (as it relates to gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disability, or socioeconomic status).

In my role as a social worker, I would engage in conversation with Ray, conduct an assessment of his situation, and then take appropriate action based on my findings. When I interact with Ray, I would begin by establishing a rapport with him and demonstrating genuine empathy for the things that he has been through. I would then engage in conversation with him. I would inquire about his life and how he is adjusting to the loss of his father through the use of open-ended questions. During the evaluation, I will also pay close attention to analyzing Ray's living environment and determining the extent to which he has access to various resources, such as food, shelter, and medical attention. I would also evaluate his emotional state, searching for indications of anxiety, depression, or any other mental health conditions he may have. I would also evaluate his social environment, taking into consideration things like his relationships with his coworkers and the amount of support he receives from them. In the end, I would evaluate his coping skills, such as his capacity to keep his emotions in check and his participation in activities that give him a sense of purpose.

In order to successfully intervene with Ray, I would concentrate on assisting him in the development of coping skills and in the creation of a social environment that is encouraging. I would assist him in locating and gaining access to the various resources that are available to him in his community, such as governmental aid or mental health services. I would also work with him to identify activities that give him a sense of purpose and assist him in developing a strategy for managing his emotions and behavior. In addition to this, I would assist him in developing a plan. Last but not least, I would offer emotional support to Ray and assist him in developing constructive relationships with his colleagues and friends at work.

I am certain that I will be able to apply to this situation the knowledge that I have acquired regarding human behavior and the social environment. On the other hand, in order to complete the biopsychosocial assessment, I will need additional support, such as access to mental health professionals who are able to provide evaluations and assessments of Ray's mental health. A biopsychosocial assessment helps a social worker learn about their client on multiple levels while giving better understanding so that the appropriate diagnose can be given to effectively treat the client. Social workers have the ability to help others cope with their circumstances.(Zastrow et al. 2019) In order to assist Ray in gaining access to the services and resources available in his community, I would require additional resources. In addition to this, I would need the assistance of knowledgeable social workers who could assist me in formulating an all-encompassing strategy for intervening with Ray.