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Choose one of the human services populations from the list below and
conduct research using peer-reviewed journal articles from the
University Library. Suggested databases include the ProQuest® social
sciences or the PsycINFO® databases on the chosen population.
Client Populations
Homelessness
At-risk older adults
Mental illness
Developmental disabilities
At-risk youth
Substance abuse
Victims of domestic violence
Physical disabilities
Include human services as part of your search. The more specific
criteria you choose, the more relevant your paper will be.
Write a 750-1,050-word paper that addresses the following:
Address the interpersonal skills needed to work with this population.
Address personal and professional qualities that help human services
professionals successfully work with this population.
Does this population require differential treatment? Why or why not?
Is there anything that warrants a change in the human services
worker’s style, behaviors, or attitudes?