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THE SOCIAL DETERMINANTS OF
HEALTH AND HEALTH DISPARITIES
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2020) define health disparities as
“preventable differences in the burden of disease, injury, violence, or opportunities to
achieve optimal health that are experienced by socially disadvantaged populations” (para.
1). Consider two adults diagnosed with the same cancer and given the same prognosis—
one is an educated individual who has full-time employment and lives in an affluent
neighborhood; the other is an individual with an 8th grade education who does odd jobs
and lives in a neighborhood marked by poverty, on the outskirts of town. Ultimately,
who will have the better health outcome? Research says the first one, since they have
access to health insurance through steady employment, quality care nearby, and health
literacy skills.
Disparities such as those exemplified here affect many historically marginalized groups.
Medical social workers are well positioned to understand these disparities and begin to
address them. But how? In this Discussion, you answer this question as you explore
disparities in a specific population and the determinants that led to them.
Reference:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2020, November 24). Health disparities.
https://www.cdc.gov/healthyyouth/disparities/index.htm
RESOURCES
Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity.
Readings
• Gehlert, S., & Browne, T. (Eds.). (2019). Handbook of health social work (3rd ed.).
Wiley.
o
Chapter 5, “Public Health Social Work” (pp. 93-118)
• Bullock, K., Damiano, S., & Sinclair, S. (2021, April 24). Social workers can lead the
way in addressing health inequities.Links to an external site. Center to Advance
Palliative Care. https://www.capc.org/blog/social-workers-can-lead-the-way-inaddressing-health-inequities/
• NEJM Catalyst. (2017, December 1). Social determinants of health (SDOH).Links
to an external site. Innovations in Care Delivery.
https://catalyst.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/CAT.17.0312
• U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. (n.d.). Social determinants of
health.Links to an external site. https://health.gov/healthypeople/priorityareas/social-determinants-health
MEDIA:
•
Verily. (2022, April 21). Understanding social determinants of healthLinks to an
external site. [Video]. YouTube.
To prepare:
•
•
•
Review the Learning Resources on the social determinants of health and
reflect on their connection to medical social work practice.
Identify a historically marginalized group and the social determinants that may
lead to this group’s experience of health disparities.
Consider the social worker’s role in addressing the social determinants of
health and eliminating such disparities.
BY DAY 3
Define the social determinants of health and explain how they impact medical social
work practice. Then, identify health disparities in a specific historically marginalized
group (e.g., racial/ethnic identity groups, people who identify as LGBTQ+, religious
communities, older adults). Identify three social determinants that might be associated
with the group you selected. Explain the medical social worker’s role in addressing these
determinants, in order to eliminate health disparities in the population.
BY DAY 6
Respond to at least two colleagues:
•
•
Suggest an additional determinant for health disparity in the chosen
population.
Expand on your colleague’s posting by providing insights or contrasting
perspectives based on the Learning Resources.
Use the Learning Resources to support your posts. Make sure to provide APA citations
and a reference list.
PAPER:
ELIMINATING HEALTH DISPARITIES
In the United States, historically marginalized groups often carry a significant and
disproportionate burden relative to specific diseases and health conditions. For example,
Black/African American individuals make up 13% of the U.S. population, yet represent
40% of people living with HIV (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2023).
These disparities, though clear here when put in numerical form, are not always
immediately seen or understood. Thus, social workers interested in working in healthcare
must be proactive in researching diseases and their impacts on various populations. For
this Assignment, you assume the role of a social worker in public health. First, you
identify a public health issue of interest and then gather research to inform evidencebased interventions and advocacy in working with a specific population
disproportionately impacted by the issue.
Reference:
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. (2023, January 20). Impact on racial and ethnic minorities.
https://www.hiv.gov/hiv-basics/overview/data-and-trends/impact-on-racial-and-ethnic-minorities
To prepare:
•
•
Review the Learning Resources on health disparities and public health social
work.
Select a public health issue of interest to you (e.g., obesity, diabetes, cancer,
HIV/AIDS, mental health, pandemic viruses, addictions).
•
•
Research this health issue and any populations that are disproportionately
impacted by the issue. You may search online, in the Walden Library
databases, or through the CQ Researcher site in the Learning Resources.
Consider the interventions and advocacy roles you would employ to address
this health issue and the associated healthcare disparities.
BY DAY 7
Submit a 4- to 5-page paper in which you:
•
•
•
•
Identify the population(s) affected by the health issue you selected (e.g.,
racial/ethnic identity groups, people who identify as LGBTQ+, religious
communities, older adults). Explain how this population is discriminately
affected by the health issue you selected.
Explain the primary determinants of the health issue. Then, explain how these
determinants contribute to the disparities in care for the population.
Explain what specific social work interventions you might implement to
address this health issue, reduce or eliminate disparities, and improve health
outcomes.
Explain the advocacy roles a medical social worker might play in addressing
the disparities in health care for the health issue and population you selected.
Use the Learning Resources and additional research to support your Assignment. Make
sure to provide APA citations and a reference list.
SUBMISSION INFORMATION
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check your draft, access the Turnitin Drafts from the Start Here area.
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3. Next, click on Upload File and select Submit Assignment for review.
Rubric
SOCW_6204_Week3_Assignment_Rubric
SOCW_6204_Week3_Assignment_Rubric
Criteria
This criterion is
linked to a
learning
outcomeIdentify
the
population(s)
affected by the
health issue you
selected.
Explain how
this population
is
discriminately
affected by the
health issue you
selected.
Ratings
15 to >13.5 Pts
Exceeds
Expectations
Response meets
expectations and
exceeds through
insightful
connection to social
work practice and/or
additional details
and examples from
the Learning
Resources, peerreviewed research,
or other relevant
sources.
13.5 to >12.0 Pts
Meets
Expectations
Response clearly
identifies the
population
affected by the
selected health
issue. Response
fully explains
how the
population is
discriminately
affected.
Response
demonstrates
clear connection
to the Learning
Resources. At
least one
scholarly
resource is used
to support the
response.
12 to >10.5 Pts
Fair
Response
identifies the
population
affected by the
selected health
issue. Response
provides a
limited,
incomplete, or
vaguely
developed
explanation of
how the
population is
discriminately
affected.
Response may
show evidence of
connection to the
Learning
Resources, but it
is vague or
poorly
connected.
Pts
10.5 to >0 Pts
Needs
Improvement
Response may
identify the
population
affected by the
selected health
issue. But,
response makes
little or no
attempt to
explain how the
population is
discriminately
affected.
Response does
not demonstrate
connection to the
Learning
Resources. No
resources are
used to support
the response.
15 pts
SOCW_6204_Week3_Assignment_Rubric
Criteria
This criterion is
linked to a
learning
outcomeExplain
the primary
determinants of
the health issue.
Then, explain
how these
determinants
contribute to the
disparities in
care for the
population.
Ratings
15 to >13.5 Pts
Exceeds
Expectations
Response meets
expectations and
exceeds through
insightful
connection to social
work practice and/or
additional details
and examples from
the Learning
Resources, peerreviewed research,
or other relevant
sources.
13.5 to
>12.0 Pts
Meets
Expectations
Response fully
explains the
primary
determinants of
the health issue.
Response fully
explains how
these
determinants
contribute to the
disparities in
care for the
population.
Response
demonstrates
clear connection
to the Learning
Resources. At
least one
scholarly
resource is used
to support the
response.
12 to >10.5 Pts
Fair
Response
provides a
limited,
incomplete, or
vaguely
developed
explanation of
the primary
determinants of
the health issue.
Response
explains how
these
determinants
contribute to the
disparities in
care for the
population but
does so in a
cursory manner.
Response may
show evidence
of connection to
the Learning
Resources, but it
is vague or
poorly
connected.
Pts
10.5 to >0 Pts
Needs
Improvement
Response makes
little or no
attempt to explain
the primary
determinants of
the health issue or
to explain how
these
determinants
contribute to the
disparities in care
for the
population.
Response does
not demonstrate
connection to the
Learning
Resources. No
resources are
used to support
the response.
15 pts
SOCW_6204_Week3_Assignment_Rubric
Criteria
This criterion is
linked to a
learning
outcomeExplain
what specific
social work
interventions
you might
implement to
address this
health issue,
reduce or
eliminate
disparities, and
improve health
outcomes.
Ratings
15 to >13.5 Pts
Exceeds
Expectations
Response meets
expectations and
exceeds through
insightful
connection to social
work practice and/or
additional details
and examples from
the Learning
Resources, peerreviewed research,
or other relevant
sources.
13.5 to >12.0 Pts
Meets
Expectations
Response fully
explains social
work
interventions to
implement to
address this
health issue,
reduce or
eliminate
disparities, and
improve health
outcomes.
Interventions are
appropriate and
specific.
Response
demonstrates
clear connection
to the Learning
Resources. At
least one
scholarly
resource is used
to support the
response.
12 to >10.5 Pts
Fair
Response
provides a
limited,
incomplete, or
vaguely
developed
explanation of
social work
interventions to
implement to
address this
health issue,
reduce or
eliminate
disparities, and
improve health
outcomes.
Interventions are
appropriate but
lack specificity.
Response may
show evidence of
connection to the
Learning
Resources, but it
is vague or
poorly
connected.
Pts
10.5 to >0 Pts
Needs
Improvement
Response makes
little or no
attempt to
explain social
work
interventions to
implement to
address this
health issue,
reduce or
eliminate
disparities, and
improve health
outcomes.
Response does
not demonstrate
connection to the
Learning
Resources. No
resources are
used to support
the response.
15 pts
SOCW_6204_Week3_Assignment_Rubric
Criteria
This criterion is
linked to a
learning
outcomeExplain
the advocacy
roles a medical
social worker
might play in
addressing the
disparities in
health care for
the health issue
and population
you selected.
Ratings
15 to >13.5 Pts
Exceeds
Expectations
Response meets
expectations and
exceeds through
insightful connection
to social work
practice and/or
additional details and
examples from the
Learning
Resources, peerreviewed research, or
other relevant
sources.
13.5 to >12.0 Pts
Meets
Expectations
Response fully
explains the
advocacy roles a
medical social
worker might
play in
addressing the
disparities in
health care for
the selected
health issue and
population.
Response
demonstrates
clear connection
to the Learning
Resources. At
least one
scholarly
resource is used
to support the
response.
12 to >10.5 Pts
Fair
Response
provides a
limited,
incomplete, or
vaguely
developed
explanation of
the advocacy
roles a medical
social worker
might play in
addressing the
disparities in
health care for
the selected
health issue and
population.
Response may
show evidence
of connection
to the Learning
Resources, but
it is vague or
poorly
connected.
Pts
10.5 to >0 Pts
Needs
Improvement
Response makes
little or no attempt
to explain the
advocacy roles a
medical social
worker might play
in addressing the
disparities in
health care for the
selected health
issue and
population.
Response does not
demonstrate
connection to the
Learning
Resources. No
resources are used
to support the
response.
15 pts
This criterion is
linked to a
learning
outcomeWriting
10 to >9.0 Pts
Exceeds
Expectations
Paper meets
length
requirements,
meets
expectations, is
generally errorfree (two or
fewer), and
further exceeds
by showcasing an
exemplary
scholarly voice to
develop its
message or
communicate
ideas. Paper
appropriately
paraphrases
sources, using one
or fewer quotes.
Presents polished
APA Style.
Citations,
reference list, and
paper formatting
are generally
error-free (two or
fewer). Tone and
presentation of
ideas are free
from bias and
objective, unless
otherwise directed
in the prompt.
9 to >8.0 Pts
Meets
Expectations
Paper meets
length
requirements and
is clear and
coherent. Errors
in grammar,
sentence
structure, and
punctuation are
minor, minimal
(three to five),
and do not
interfere with the
scholarly
message. The
paper displays
effective
organization and
focus to
communicate
ideas. Paper
appropriately
paraphrases
sources. Paper
may use two to
three short quotes
but provides
appropriate
reference.
Consistently
documents
sources in APA
Style. Uses
citations for ideas
requiring
attribution, with a
few minimal
errors (three to
five). The
reference list is
complete and
contains only
minimal errors
(three to five).
Paper formatting
is appropriate.
There is a clear
distinction
between cited
content and
original thought.
8 to >7.0 Pts
Fair
Paper does not
meet length
requirements
(either somewhat
too short or too
long). The paper
is somewhat
clear and
coherent. Errors
in grammar,
sentence
structure, and
punctuation are
minor but
frequent (5–10)
and occasionally
interfere with the
message. The
paper lacks clear
organization or
occasionally
strays from the
focus. Paper may
rely on four short
quotes or one to
two long quotes
(over 40 words)
and/or does not
sufficiently
paraphrase
material from
other resources
into student’s
own words.
Attempts to
document
sources in APA
Style. Citations
are present but
contain frequent
APA errors or
omissions. A
reference list is
provided but is
incomplete
and/or contains
frequent APA
errors. Paper
formatting may
be incorrect (e.g.,
single-spaced or
without a title
7 to >0 Pts
Needs
Improvement
Paper does not
meet length
requirements
(either
significantly too
short or too long).
The paper lacks
clarity and
coherence. Errors
in grammar,
sentence structure,
and punctuation
are major,
pervasive (11+),
and interfere with
the message. The
paper is not
organized or lacks
focus. Paper relies
excessively on
quoting (five or
more short quotes
or three or more
long quotes [over
40 words]) and/or
uses quoted
material without
paraphrasing or
referencing the
source of the
material. Little or
no attempt has
been made to
document sources
in APA Style.
Citations are
infrequent or
missing, and a
reference list is not
provided. Little or
no attempt has
been made to
format the paper in
APA Style. There
is no distinction
between cited
content and
original thought.
Tone and
presentation of
10 pts
Tone and
presentation of
ideas are free
from bias and
objective, unless
otherwise directed
in the prompt.
page).
Occasionally
lacks a clear
distinction
between cited
content and
original thought.
Tone and
presentation of
ideas are free
from bias and
objective, unless
otherwise
directed in the
prompt.
ideas reveal bias
and subjectivity.
SOCW_6204_Week3_Assignment_Rubric
Criteria
Total points: 70
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Ratings
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SW Practice 6311
CHOOSING AND USING SINGLESUBJECT DESIGN
Social workers serve clients in highly complex real-world environments. Clients often
implement recommended interventions outside of social workers’ direct observation.
Yet, evidence-based research calls for establishing cause-and-effect between selected
interventions and client outcomes as much possible. So, how do social workers truly
know the intervention itself—and not some external factor—is causing the change in a
given client? To meet this challenge, social workers must understand the study designs
available to them and all the variations of that design that can increase the rigor of the
experiment and improve the likelihood of verifying a cause-and-effect relationship.
In this Discussion, you analyze the strengths and limitations of single-subject design and
explore the many variations of the design that use baseline and treatment phases.
LEARNING RESOURCES
Required Readings
•
Dudley, J. R. (2020). Social work evaluation: Enhancing what we do (3rd ed.).
Oxford University Press.
o
Chapter 4, “Common Types of Evaluations”
▪
o
Read “Common Practice Evaluations” (pp. 89–92).
Chapter 9, “Is the Intervention Effective?”
▪
Read “Outcome Evaluations for Practice” (pp. 236–246).
Single-Subject Design Studies
•
•
Gee, B. M., Lloyd, K., Sutton, J., & McOmber, T. (2021). Weighted blankets and
sleep quality in children with autism spectrum disorders: A single-subject
designLinks to an external site.. Children, 8(1), 10.
https://doi.org/10.3390/children8010010
McMahon, A. K., Cox, A. E., & Miller, D. E. (2021). Supporting mindfulness
with technology in students with intellectual and developmental
disabilitiesLinks to an external site.. Journal of Special Education
Technology, 36(4), 284–296. https://doi.org/10.1177/0162643420924191
Assignment Template
•
Document: Single-Subject Design Template Download Single-Subject Design
Template(Word document)
TO PREPARE
•
•
•
Review the Learning Resources on using a single-subject design to evaluate
practice. Determine the strengths and limitations of this design.
Select one single-subject design research article provided in the Learning
Resources. While reading it, make note of how the study was conducted (the
methodology).
Consider the different ways to plan a single-subject design evaluation,
including AB, ABC, ABAB, and BAB. Determine which one you would use with
your client from Week 1 (e.g., Tiffani, Jake, or Paula).
BY DAY 3
•
•
•
Define single-subject design and identify two strengths and two limitations.
Describe and assess the study design in the provided research article.
Suppose you would like to evaluate the outcomes of your chosen EBP
intervention on your client from Week 1 (Tiffani, Jake, or Paula). How would
you do so? Which single-subject design (e.g., AB, ABC, ABAB, BAB) would you
choose and why?
BY DAY 6
Respond to at least two colleagues by providing respectful feedback on their chosen
design for their single-subject design study with their client. Identify one benefit or
drawback of the approach they have identified and explain why.
PAPER:
TO PREPARE
•
•
•
Review the work you have done thus far in Weeks 1, 2, and 3 with your
chosen client, namely the identified issue, evidence-based intervention, and
single-subject design. You will use this work to develop a research plan for a
single-subject design study on your client.
Scan through the provided single-subject design studies in the Learning
Resources again to understand the typical structure.
Download the Single-Subject Design Template from the Learning Resources
and use it to complete this Assignment.
BY DAY 7
Submit a 4- to 5-page proposal/research plan for single-subject evaluation for your work
with your chosen client. Identify the problem that you will target, the outcomes that you
will measure, the evidence-based intervention, and the evaluation design. Include the
following sections:
•
•
•
•
•
Introduction
Literature Review
Methodology
Setting and Intervention
Expected Results
Use the Learning Resources and peer-reviewed scholarly journal articles to support your
paper. Make sure to include appropriate APA citations and a reference list.
RUBRIC:
SOCW_6311_Week3_Assignment_Rubric
SOCW_6311_Week3_Assignment_Rubric
Criteria
Ratings
P
This criterion is
linked to a learning
outcomeIntroduction
section
12 to >10.68 Pts
Exceeds Expectation
90%-100%
Response meets
expectations and
deepens
justification through
additional details and
examples from the
Learning
Resources, peerreviewed research, or
other relevant sources.
10.68 to
>9.48 Pts
Meets
Expectation
80%–89%
Response fully
introduces the
proposed singlesubject design
study. Response
includes a wellarticulated
problem and
specific question
to be addressed.
Response fully
justifies the study.
9.48 to >8.28 Pts
Fair 70%–79%
Response provides a
limited, incomplete,
or vaguely
developed
introduction to the
proposed singlesubject design
study. Response
includes a problem
and a general
question to be
addressed.
Response provides
limited, incomplete,
or vaguely
developed
justification for the
study.
8.28 to >0 Pts
Needs
Improvement 0%–
69%
Response makes
little or no attempt
to introduce the
proposed singlesubject design study.
Response may not
include a problem or
a question to be
addressed. Response
makes little or no
attempt to justify the
study.
12
SOCW_6311_Week3_Assignment_Rubric
Criteria
Ratings
P
This criterion is
linked to a learning
outcomeLiterature
Review section
16 to >14.24 Pts
Exceeds Expectation
90%-100%
Response meets
expectations and
deepens critical thought
and comparison of the
research articles.
Literature review fully
synthesizes information
and expertly connects to
the research problem and
question. More than two
peer-reviewed research
articles are used.
14.24 to >12.64 Pts
Meets Expectation
80%–89%
Response fully
reviews the
literature and
analyzes it in the
context of the
research problem
and question. At
least two peerreviewed research
articles are used.
12.64 to >11.04 Pts
Fair 70%–79%
Response attempts
to review the
literature but lacks
clarity, depth,
and/or analysis.
Response vaguely
connects to the
research problem
and/or question.
Two peer-reviewed
research articles are
used.
11.04 to >0 Pts
Needs
Improvement
0%–69%
Response makes
little or no attempt
to review the
literature. One or
no peer-reviewed
research articles
are used.
16
SOCW_6311_Week3_Assignment_Rubric
Criteria
Ratings
P
This criterion is
linked to a learning
outcomeMethodology
section
12 to >10.68 Pts
Exceeds Expectation
90%-100%
Response meets
expectations and
deepens
justification through
additional details and
examples from the
Learning
Resources, peerreviewed research, or
other relevant sources.
10.68 to >9.48 Pts
Meets
Expectation
80%–89%
Response fully
describes the
methodological
approach for the
proposed study.
Methodology
clearly aligns with
single-subject
design and is fully
justified through
reference to the
Learning
Resources.
9.48 to >8.28 Pts
Fair 70%–79%
Response provides a
limited, incomplete,
or vaguely
developed
description of the
methodological
approach for the
proposed study.
Methodology mostly
aligns with singlesubject design.
Justification is
limited, incomplete,
or vague and/or does
not reference the
Learning Resources.
8.28 to >0 Pts
Needs
Improvement 0%–
69%
Response does not
describe a
methodological
approach for the
proposed study, or
the stated approach
does not align with
single-subject
design. Response
makes little or no
attempt to justify
the approach. No
resources are used.
12
SOCW_6311_Week3_Assignment_Rubric
Criteria
Ratings
P
This criterion is
linked to a learning
outcomeSetting and
Intervention section
16 to >14.24 Pts
Exceeds Expectation
90%-100%
Response meets
expectations and
deepens
justification through
additional details and
examples from the
Learning
Resources, peerreviewed research, or
other relevant sources.
14.24 to
>12.64 Pts
Meets
Expectation
80%–89%
Response fully
describes the
setting and
intervention for
the proposed
study. Response
clearly addresses
measurement
indicators and
instruments, and
when and how
data will be
collected.
Approach is fully
justified through
reference to the
Learning
Resources.
12.64 to >11.04 Pts
Fair 70%–79%
Response provides
a limited,
incomplete, or
vaguely developed
description of the
setting and
intervention for the
proposed study.
Response vaguely
addresses
measurement
indicators and
instruments, and
when and how data
will be collected.
Justification is
limited, incomplete,
or vague and/or
does not reference
the Learning
Resources.
11.04 to >0 Pts
Needs Improvement
0%–69%
Response does not
describe the setting
and intervention for
the proposed study,
or the stated approach
does not align with
single-subject design.
Response makes little
or no attempt to
address measurement
indicators and
instruments, or when
and how data will be
collected. Response
makes little or no
attempt to justify the
approach. No
resources are used.
16
SOCW_6311_Week3_Assignment_Rubric
Criteria
Ratings
P
This criterion is
linked to a learning
outcomeExpected
Results section
12 to >10.68 Pts
Exceeds Expectation
90%-100%
Response meets
expectations and
exceeds through
insightful connection to
social work research
and practice and/or
additional details and
examples from the
Learning
Resources, peerreviewed research, or
other relevant sources.
10.68 to >9.48 Pts
Meets
Expectation
80%–89%
Response fully
describes the
anticipated results
for the proposed
study. Possible
limitations are
fully addressed.
Discussion of the
proposed study’s
impact on future
research, practice,
or policy
demonstrates
strong critical
thinking.
9.48 to >8.28 Pts
Fair 70%–79%
Response provides a
limited, incomplete,
or vaguely
developed
description of the
anticipated results
of the proposed
study. Possible
limitations are
incompletely
addressed.
Discussion of the
proposed study’s
impact on future
research, practice,
or policy
demonstrates
limited critical
thinking.
8.28 to >0 Pts
Needs
Improvement 0%–
69%
Response makes
little or no attempt
to describe the
anticipated results of
the proposed study.
Possible limitations
are not addressed.
Discussion of the
proposed study’s
impact on future
research, practice, or
policy does not
demonstrate critical
thinking.
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This criterion is
linked to a learning
outcomeWriting
12 to >10.68 Pts
Exceeds
Expectation 90%100%
Paper meets length
requirements,
meets expectations,
is generally error
free (two or fewer),
and further exceeds
by showcasing an
exemplary
scholarly voice to
develop its message
or communicate
ideas. … Paper
appropriately
paraphrases
sources, using one
or less
quotes. Presents
polished APA
Style. Citations,
reference list, and
paper formatting
are generally error
free (two or
fewer). … Tone
and presentation of
ideas are free from
bias and objective,
unless otherwise
directed in the
prompt.
10.68 to >9.48 Pts
Meets Expectation
80%–89%
Paper meets length
requirements and
is clear and
coherent. Errors in
grammar, sentence
structure, and
punctuation are
minor, minimal
(three to five), and
do not interfere with
the scholarly
message. The paper
displays effective
organization and
focus to
communicate
ideas. … Paper
appropriately
paraphrases sources.
Paper may use two
to three short quotes
but provides
appropriate
reference.
Consistently
documents sources
in APA Style. Uses
citations for ideas
requiring
attribution, with a
few minimal errors
(three to five). The
reference list is
complete and
contains only
minimal errors
(three to five).
Paper formatting is
appropriate. There
is a clear distinction
between cited
content and original
thought. … Tone
and presentation of
ideas are free from
bias and objective,
unless otherwise
directed in the
prompt.
9.48 to >8.28 Pts
Fair 70%–79%
Paper does not meet
length requirements
(either somewhat too
short or too long). The
paper is somewhat
clear and coherent.
Errors in grammar,
sentence structure, and
punctuation are minor
but frequent (five to
10) and occasionally
interfere with the
message. The paper
lacks clear
organization or
occasionally strays
from the focus. …
Paper may rely on four
short quotes or one to
two long quotes (over
40 words) and/or does
not sufficiently
paraphrase material
from other resources
into student’s own
words. Attempts to
document sources in
APA Style. Citations
are present but contain
frequent APA errors or
omissions. A reference
list is provided but is
incomplete and/or
contains frequent APA
errors. Paper
formatting may be
incorrect (e.g., singlespaced or without a
title
page). Occasionally
lacks a clear distinction
between cited content
and original thought. …
Tone and presentation
of ideas are free from
bias and objective,
unless otherwise
directed in the prompt.
8.28 to >0 Pts
Needs
Improvement 0%–
69%
Paper does not meet
length requirements
(either significantly
too short or too
long). The paper
lacks clarity and
coherence. Errors in
grammar, sentence
structure, and
punctuation are
major, pervasive
(11+), and interfere
with the message.
The paper is not
organized or lacks
focus. … Paper
relies excessively on
quoting (five or
more quotes) or
three or more long
quotes (over 40
words), and/or uses
quoted material
without
paraphrasing or
referencing the
source of the
material. Little or no
attempt to document
sources in APA
Style. Citations are
infrequent or
missing, and a
reference list is not
provided. Little or
no attempt has been
made to format the
paper in APA Style.
… There is no
distinction between
cited content and
original thought. …
Tone and
presentation of ideas
reveal bias and
subjectivity.
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SOCW_6311_Week3_Assignment_Rubric
Criteria
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SOCW 6204 Medical Social Work Peer Responses
Peer Augustine
Social determinants of health and impact on medical social work practice.
Social determinants of health (SDOH) are conditions where people are born, live, learn,
work, play, and age that affect a wide range of health, functioning, and quality-of-life
outcomes and risks. These determinants include socioeconomic status, education,
healthcare access, neighborhood and physical environment, employment, and social
support networks (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, n.d.). The social
determinants of health play a crucial role in shaping health outcomes, influencing access
to healthcare, and contributing to health disparities. These social determinants of health
impact medical social work since they are part of person-in-environment, underscoring
the importance of considering the broader contextual factors that influence individuals’
health and well-being. By addressing these factors, medical social workers can develop
more comprehensive and effective treatment plans considering each client’s unique
needs and circumstances to improve health outcomes and reduce health disparities
(Bullock et al., 2021).
Health disparities in older adults.
Health disparities in older adults are well-documented and often attributed to various
social determinants. Health disparities in older adults can manifest in multiple ways,
including differences in access to healthcare, health outcomes, and overall well-being.
Older adults face the disparities of inability to afford items needed to maintain optimal
health, such as food, medication, and hygiene products (U.S. Department of Health and
Human Services, n.d.). For example, these disparities can lead to higher rates of chronic
diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, disabilities, and increased risk for injury.
Three social determinants associated with older adults.
First, older adults might be associated with lower socioeconomic status, making them
susceptible to challenges accessing quality healthcare, affording medications, and
maintaining a healthy lifestyle (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, n.d.).
Socioeconomic factors can affect housing, nutrition, and the ability to engage in social
and recreational activities. Second, older adults may face isolation and lack of social
support, which may lead to a higher risk for mental health issues, decreased physical
activity, and poor health outcomes. Social isolation can contribute to feelings of
loneliness and depression, impacting overall well-being. Lastly, lack of access to
transportation is another social determinant that can hinder older adults’ ability to attend
medical appointments, access community reso
