Space, Gender, and Memory in Middle English Romance

Shaw, J. Thomas

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“…Cultural symbols instill spiritual ideas and perspectives even in those who have never practiced religious traditions. Therefore, as a client's self-defined beliefs mix with cultural perceptions and interact with suggestions from a professional, the danger of false memories increases (Shaw, 2016).…”

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“…When symbols such as a "higher power," inner peace, healing, channeling, blessing, or anointing are linked with spiritual assessments and interventions, vulnerable clients are unknowingly in danger of developing false memories (Duke, 2018;Shaw, 2016;Tomasello, 2018). Fragile clients, for example, may internalize a therapist's positive or negative spiritual experiences and incorporate them into their memory.…”

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The myth of spirituality

Taylor

2023

Journal of Social Work

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This article is designed to open a conversation about the place of spirituality in social work, highlight possible ethical issues, and question whether spirituality, as defined by social work and popular culture, is an immutable part of human development. Additionally, the role of social work in conducting spiritual assessments and interventions is specifically challenged, along with examples of how the misuse of spirituality can harm clients. The article also suggests that the profession would benefit from adopting an evidence-based concept of spirituality and establishing accountability standards. Findings: Until more is known about spirituality, social workers may want to consider: (1) placing a moratorium on using and developing spiritual assessment instruments until the concept can be accurately defined; (2) omitting words linked to religious symbols such as soul, anointing, blessing, etc. in social work practice; (3) conducting spiritual screenings rather than complete spiritual assessments, and (4) referring clients with spiritual questions or wanting spiritual support to experts known not to blame or harm clients and trained in the specific area of concerns expressed by the person. Applications. The time has come for social work to establish ethics, accountability, and limitations on the practice of spirituality.

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Section: Can Spirituality Harm Clients?mentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Can Spirituality Harm Clients?mentioning

confidence: 99%