I have chosen Neurobiology as my simulation topic. As many of you are already aware, I work at a County Mental Health agency. The majority of my clients have suffered abuse, trauma and/or neglect therefore the science of neurobiology is very pertinent to my work. I feel that the more I learn and understand I will be able to apply it to my clients. Even the basics that I have learned have been very helpful when talking to parents in an educational and preventative arena.
My personal experience thus far has not been without it's trials. I think it is because it is out of my usual interest and subject matter that I am finding difficulty. I will say that I have found the resources and check lists very helpful. I have printed out many of them, sleeved them in page protectors and added them to my class binder. I always have to print our reading material. I know that in order for me to be able to absorb what I read I do much better when I have it in hand and can write notes and highlight important areas to refer back to.
Considering my lack of knowledge and practice in research I would welcome any advice and resources from my peers. As I find any helpful new resources other than those provided by Walden I will certainly post them to my blog so that others my take advantage of the knowledge.
Jenn Pore`
Hello Jennifer,
ReplyDeleteIt can be intimidating taking on a new subject matter that you are not comfortable with, but you are going to gain so much important information. You picked an excellent topic for your simulation. I believe you are going to get so much information and gain a lot of credible resources from this topic. Your line of work sounds so important, and working with clients who have gone through abuse, neglect, and trauma can be difficult, but i have a feeling that you bring a certain warmth and understanding to the organization, and you taking on this subject matter is going to make you that much more stronger and knowledgable. I commend you for taking on such a great and bold topic. I know you will do outstanding! My advice is to always stick to peer-reviewed papers and articles, and make the Walden library your best friends. also, the resources gained from our courses, previous and present, are excellent sources. Good Luck!