Hutchison, Dimensions of Human Behavior, 6e
SAGE Publishing, 2019
Discussion Questions
Chapter 2: Conception, Pregnancy, and Childbirth
Case Study 2.1: Jennifer Bradshaw’s Experience With Infertility
1. What do you perceive to be Jennifer’s most significant strengths? How might you, as
a social worker, build on those strengths?
2. As you read the case study, did you have any personal reactions to the various types
of fertility treatments described? Would it be difficult for you to discuss these options
Case Study 2.2: Cecelia Kin’s Struggle With the Options
1. What is the role of the social worker in genetic counseling? What should be the role
of the social worker in genetic counseling? Why?
Case Study 2.3: The Thompsons’ Premature Birth
1. What challenges do the Thompsons face in transitioning to parenthood?
2. What role (and in what ways) does technology play in supporting the family? Are
