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Describe the application of community psychology action and research tools when addressing social issues from an individually-oriented ameliorative approach and a holistic ecologically-oriented transformative approach.

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The solution provides information, assistance and advise in tackling the task (see above) the topic of community psychology's approach in terms of addressing social issues.A simple outline is suggested together with key information to get the student started. Resources are also included for further exploration of the topic.

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Hi There,
In this particular task, you are being asked to think of community psychology in addressing social issues based on 2 popular approaches. Discussing means 'talking about' so essentially all you have to do is 'talk about' each. I suggest this simple outline -

1. On community psychology - 50 words
2. Addressing social issues from an individual perspective - 100 words
3. Addressing social issues from a holistic transformative view - 100 words

This should yield 250 words which should give you what you need. Stick to the main ideas and make it concise. You can use the listed resources to further explore the topic. A word version is also attached. All the best with your studies.

Sincerely,
AE 105878/Xenia ...

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Xenia Rochelle Jones, MA, PhD (IP)
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  • MA, Open University, Milton Keynes, UK
  • Certificate, Geva Ulpan (via Universita Tel Aviv)
  • BA, University of the Philippines
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