Provides a systematic framework for mental health professionals/social workers/others as they listen to many stories. The transitions and individuals differ, but the structure for understanding transition remains the same.
The transition model has three major parts.
- Approaching the transition; transition identification and process.
- Identifying coping resources.
- Emphasizing strategies that can be used to take charge of the transition.
Approaching Transition:
- Anticipated transition: caused by unexpected events that occur as part of one's life cycle.
- Unanticipated transition: caused by life events that are not predictable. (Not planned for)
- Nonevent transition: caused by events that were anticipated and planned but did not happen.
Transition Process: Wile in transitions, clients pass through a series of identifiable phases.
- Disbelief, sense of betrayal, confusion, anger, and resolution.
Factors that influence transitions.
- The situation
- The self
- Support
- Strategies
Clients involved in transitions usually need assistance moving on, it is important to help them develop problem-solving, decision-making, and coping skills.
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