Sociology

1. The Multi-System Practice (MSP) model is based upon General Systems Theory and Social Systems Theory but includes elements from an Ecological Perspective, Person-in-Environment Perspective, Family-in-Environment Perspective, and Strengths Perspective. How do you make sense of these interrelated theories and perspectives? Provide a brief written response that describes the theoretical and conceptual framework of MSP and consider drawing a concept map that visually represents your understanding.

2. What is the difference between deficit-based language and strengths-based language? In a small group, discuss a personal situation in which another person used deficit-based language to describe you. How did that make you feel? Now, discuss a personal situation in which another person used strengths-based language to describe you. How did that make you feel?