Review the available literature regarding the sustainability of solution-focused therapy. Select a position either for or against the use of solution-focused therapy.

Write a 350- word essay that includes the following: A description of your opinion for or against the use of solution-focused therapy Detailed rationale for your decision. Support your argument with at least two academic references. 

While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

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Unsatisfactory
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Less than Satisfactory
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Satisfactory
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Good
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Excellent
100.00%70.0 %Content 40.0 %Argument for or Against Solution-Focused TherapyArgument for or against solution-focused therapy is not present or not discernible to the reader. Essay does not demonstrate understanding of the topic.Argument for or against solution-focused therapy is incomplete or flawed. Essay demonstrates poor understanding of the topic.Argument for or against solution-focused therapy is accurate and complete. Essay demonstrates a basic understanding of the topic.Argument for or against solution-focused therapy is thorough and well-reasoned. Essay demonstrates understanding that extends beyond the surface the topic.Argument for or against solution-focused therapy is thorough and well-reasoned. Information provided is fully supported and rich in detail. Essay demonstrates an exceptional understanding of the topic.30.0 %Detailed Rationale for the DecisionEssay omits or incompletely provides a detailed rationale for the decision of for or against the use of solution-focused therapy. Essay does not demonstrate understanding of the topic.Essay inadequately provides a detailed rationale for the decision of for or against the use of solution-focused therapy, but description is weak and missing evidence to support claims. Essay demonstrates poor understanding of the topic.Essay adequately provides a detailed rationale for the decision of for or against the use of solution-focused therapy, but description is limited and lacks some evidence to support claims. Essay demonstrates a basic understanding of the topic.Essay clearly provides a detailed rationale for the decision of for or against the use of solution-focused therapy, and description is strong with sound analysis and some evidence to support claims. Essay demonstrates understanding that extends beyond the surface the topic.Essay expertly provides a detailed rationale for the decision of for or against the use of solution-focused therapy, and description is comprehensive and insightful with relevant evidence to support claims. Essay demonstrates an exceptional understanding of the topic.20.0 %Organization and Effectiveness 7.0 %Thesis Development and PurposePaper lacks any discernible overall purpose or organizing claim.Thesis and/or main claim are insufficiently developed and/or vague; purpose is not clear.Thesis and/or main claim are apparent and appropriate to purpose.Thesis and/or main claim are clear and forecast the development of the paper. It is descriptive and reflective of the arguments and appropriate to the purpose.Thesis and/or main claim are comprehensive. The essence of the paper is contained within the thesis. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper clear.20.0 %Organization and Effectiveness 8.0 %Argument Logic and ConstructionStatement of purpose is not justified by the conclusion. The conclusion does not support the claim made. Argument is incoherent and uses noncredible sources.Sufficient justification of claims is lacking. Argument lacks consistent unity. There are obvious flaws in the logic. Some sources have questionable credibility.Argument is orderly, but may have a few inconsistencies. The argument presents minimal justification of claims. Argument logically, but not thoroughly, supports the purpose. Sources used are credible. Introduction and conclusion bracket the thesis.Argument shows logical progression. Techniques of argumentation are evident. There is a smooth progression of claims from introduction to conclusion. Most sources are authoritative.Clear and convincing argument presents a persuasive claim in a distinctive and compelling manner. All sources are authoritative.20.0 %Organization and Effectiveness 5.0 %Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use)Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning. Inappropriate word choice and/or sentence construction are used.Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language choice (register), sentence structure, and/or word choice are present.Some mechanical errors or typos are present, but are not overly distracting to the reader. Correct sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are used.Prose is largely free of mechanical errors, although a few may be present. A variety of sentence structures and effective figures of speech are used.Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English.10.0 %Format 5.0 %Paper Format (use of appropriate style for the major and assignment)Template is not used appropriately or documentation format is rarely followed correctly.Appropriate template is used, but some elements are missing or mistaken. A lack of control with formatting is apparent.Appropriate template is used. Formatting is correct, although some minor errors may be present.Appropriate template is fully used. There are virtually no errors in formatting style.All format elements are correct.5.0 %Documentation of Sources (citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc., as appropriate to assignment and style)Sources are not documented.Documentation of sources is inconsistent or incorrect, as appropriate to assignment and style, with numerous formatting errors.Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, although some formatting errors may be present.Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is mostly correct.Sources are completely and correctly documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is free of error.100 %Total Weightage