Health & Human Services Capstone

Prepare: Prior to beginning this discussion, please read the following articles: “Relieving human suffering: Compassion in social policy (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.” and “A pragmatic view of Jean Watson’s caring theory.”

Reflect: Within the boundaries of the health and  human services, there are thousands of employees providing a great  variety of services. The process of dealing with humans in need is not  simplistic. One practitioner, Dr. Jean Watson, has become a leader in  Caring Theory.

Write: After reading the article, “A Pragmatic View of Jean Watson’s Caring Theory,” you are asked to do the following:

• Assess Dr. Watson’s Caring Theory based on its strengths and limitations.
• Describe other theories and frameworks you would consider, and why?
• Develop a set of values that should be the foundation of a caring  Perspective in the health and human services utilizing the articles from  this discussion.