Social Pathology and Prevention 2

Týden 8

Outline for Writing a Case Study:

1. Introduction

  • Briefly introduce the case study topic.

  • State the chosen social pathology issue (e.g., homelessness, alcoholism, bullying, youth crime, etc.)

  • Provide an overview of the person chosen for the case study (without identifying personal details).

2. Personal History (Osobní anamnéza)

  • Describe the individual’s background: age, education, occupation, and relevant personal circumstances.

  • Highlight any significant life events or experiences that may have influenced the development of the social pathology.

  • Include relevant details such as health, relationships, and past experiences that are significant to the case.

3. Family History (Rodinná anamnéza)

  • Explore the family background of the individual: family structure, relationships, history of any similar issues in the family (e.g., history of addiction, violence, or other social pathologies).

  • Identify any possible generational factors that could be linked to the development of the issue.

4. Case History (Kazuistika)

  • Provide a detailed account of the individual's involvement with the chosen social pathology.

  • Explain how the social pathology manifests in their life (e.g., patterns of behavior, specific incidents, coping strategies).

  • Discuss any external factors that may have contributed to the issue (e.g., social, economic, or environmental influences).

  • If applicable, mention interventions or attempts at help that the individual has undergone.

5. Theory and Literature Review

  • Provide a theoretical framework based on academic sources (minimum of 2 foreign sources, cited in Harvard style).

  • Discuss relevant theories or research on the chosen social pathology, connecting them to the case at hand.

  • Analyze how the theories relate to the individual’s case and the development of the issue.

6. Intervention Proposal (Návrh intervence)

  • Suggest possible interventions or solutions based on the theories and case analysis.

  • Propose strategies for intervention at individual, familial, and/or societal levels.

  • Discuss the feasibility, effectiveness, and potential outcomes of these interventions.

7. Conclusion

  • Summarize the key findings and insights from the case study.

  • Reflect on the importance of understanding social pathologies and the role of interventions in addressing them.

  • Mention any limitations in the study and areas for further research or action.

8. References

  • List all the academic sources used in the case study, following the Harvard citation style.

Additional Notes:

  • The case study should be written in approximately 2 pages (1800 characters per page, including spaces).

  • Students must cite sources using the Harvard citation style.

  • The work will be uploaded to the submission platform during the final week of the semester.

  • A template for the case study will be provided in the interactive outline.