Assignment Brief:
To what extent does socialisation and role theory influence the relationship between client and carer and how is this changing in light of the developing family dynamic?
In order to answer the question you need to explain the key principles of socialisation and role theory, using theory to support your work (1.1). You are then to explore the extent to which socialisation and role theory can be applied to the relationship of patient and carer (1.2). Are both staff and service users influenced by the roles that they play? How does/can it affect the care given? Are there any negative consequences with this unequally power balanced relationship (1.2)?
You are then to explore how the role of the carer is changing (how are other agencies now involved in the process) and evaluate the impact that the family can have upon the carer’s role, bringing balance to your argument – you need to use case studies to back up points made (2.1). Finally you are to evaluate the extent to which healthcare workers are taking on the roles traditionally carried out by the family (2.2).