Vicky Has Been a Social Worker for More Than 25

question 8

Essay

Vicky has been a social worker for more than 25 years and complains that she no longer has the energy to do her job. She is cynical about whether she is making any difference at all in her clients' lives or the social system, and can't remember the last time she felt happy at work. What's going on? From your knowledge of psychology and stress, what suggestions might you offer Vicky?

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Definitions:

Organic Inferiority

A term used in Adlerian psychology to describe a perceived or actual physical limitation, which an individual may compensate for by developing certain skills or behaviors.

Inferiority Feelings

Emotions or perceptions of being lesser or inadequate in comparison to others or one's ideals, often discussed in the context of social comparison and personal development.

Genetically Determined

Traits or characteristics that are passed down from parents to offspring through genes.

Unsettled Conflicts

Issues or disagreements that have not been resolved, potentially leading to ongoing tension or stress.