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explanation of whether means-tested programs (TANF, SNAP, and SSI)  create dependency. Then, explain how the potential perception of  dependency might contribute to the stigma surrounding welfare programs.  Finally, explain the perceptions you have regarding people who receive  means-tested welfare and how that perception might affect your work with  clients.Support your post with specific references to the resources. Be sure to provide full APA citations for your references. Also Respond to the below: There  are many individuals whom benefit from the utilization of means-tested  programs. These individuals whom utilize these resources could be  potentially setting themselves up for failure if they are not motivated  in bettering themselves. Programs such as Temporary  Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance  Program (SNAP), and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are each  designed to assist those in who and who qualify for assistance for a  designated time period.” Popple, (2015), states “public assistance is  the pubic program to aid the very poorest members of our society (2015).  This clearly states the fact that these programs are designed to assist  those whom are in desperation, but not necessarily be their sole means  of future resources.         Unfortunately there are those individuals who try and work the system  and extend their eligibility in continuance of services. Which in turn,  promotes one in becoming dependent upon these services as a means of  survival.       The dependency upon these services could potentially enable one to  become less motivated in furthering their education, seeking employment,  discovering better housing opportunities, etc. One must discover  motivation within themselves in becoming motivated in striving for a  healthier lifestyle. Without an existing motivational factor, there is  no purpose for change.       My personal perception regarding those who utilize means-tested  resources is one that shows no bias. I firmly believe that such programs  are beneficial for those whom utilize it as a tool, rather than  utilizing these resources as a means of being complacent. In addition, I  firmly feel as if these resources should include educational and  training programs in providing empowerment for those who utilize these  resources.     Popple, P. R., & Leighninger, L. (2015). The policy-based profession: An introduction to social welfare policy analysis for social workers. (6th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Education.Chapter 6, “Fighting poverty: Temporary Assistance to Needy Families