Bio-Psycho Social Assessment: The Case of Brandon Bio-Psycho-Social Assessment: The Case of Brandon Presenting Issues It has been around six years since Brandon exposed that his biological father had continually sexually abused him between the ages 4-6 years old. Brandon is a 12 year old Caucasian American preteen. His mother is concerned that he will become a violent sexual offender if he does not get the help that he needs. Brandon’s mother also noted that his use of sexual language was likely the start of sexual behavior problems. Brandon’s mother reported that the majority of his inappropriate behaviors were commenced during dealings with her boyfriend. His teachers at his school also report that Brandon’s behaviors are parallel to his classmates who are diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), but for unknown reasons, his mother has failed to allow psychological testing as she fears that he will be labeled as crazy or slow child, and she is unsure if she agrees with the use of anti-psychotic medication with children. Brandon’s mother reported that he has participated in counseling to address his challenging behaviors, which include physical aggression, difficulty following rules at home and school, and using inappropriate grammar with sexual insinuations toward females. Brandon has a diagnosis of Depression and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Brandon and his mother both reported that they stopped therapy in the past because there was no change in Brandon’s behavior. Brandon has numerous assets that were recognized by his counselor/social worker and his mother. Brandon now realizes needs help with his issues and has agreed to attend counseling for his sexually inappropriate... ... middle of paper ... ...o report it immediately. Please do not wait. It took years of prayer and counseling to forgive my uncle and to forgive myself and resonate in my mind that this was not my fault. I am sure because I did not report it right way, many other children might not have been abused at the hands of my uncle. He is deceased now. I do not dislike him, but I never cared to have a relationship with him. References 1. Plummer, S.-B., Makris, S., & Brocksen S. M. (Eds.). (2014). Social work case studies: Foundation year. Retrieved from http://class.waldenu.edu. 2. http://memorize.com/study-material-203-middle-childhood-and-adolescence-moral-development-and-development-of-self-and-identity/mikki529 3. Zastrow, C. H., & Kirst-Ashman, K. K. (2013). Understanding human behavior and the social environment (9th ed.). Belmont, CA: Brooks/Cole.
Obviously, working with survivors of child sexual abuse, neglect, and trauma: The approach taken by the social worker in the Brandon’s case shall begin with “assessment and beginning treatment of the family because child abuse is one of a wide range practice situation in which systems concepts can be applied to help to understand the dynamics involved” in the road for healing and recovery from the physical and psychological effect of the trauma by providing adequate resources available for counseling and therapy due to the devastating impacts of child sexual abuse can be heartbreaking for the victim and the family. However, social worker approach to understanding and responds efficiently by being empathetic to the complex situation as a result; the perpetrator is the father such as in the case of Brandon (Plummer, Makris, & Brocksen, 2014).
Ashley Davis is a 14 year-old, brown-skinned, African-American, masculine presenting female. Ashley’s mother reports that patient is defiant, especially toward her and other authority figures. Mother reports that Ashley’s behavior disrupts the family, her ability to achieve in school and has landed her in legal trouble. Mother reports that the Ashley began to exhibit sexually promiscuous behavior starting as early as 9 years old. Her reason for referral and placement on the unit was due to Ashley’s mother, finding her and her twin brother naked together in a sexualized position, all while trying to record this interaction. When the mother questioned both Ashley and her brother, it seemed as though the Ashley was the aggressor.
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A social worker must have the knowledge and skills to apply to intervention strategies that can address key issues through a wide range of tools (Miley, O’Melia & Dubois 2013, p. 7). To devise an intervention plan for the case study, Miley’s (2013, p. 112) four step model is utilised.
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Case work is not only the basic practice in professional Social Work but rather, a common practice followed by all. The traditional definition defines case work as “a method of helping individuals through a one-on-on relationship’’. Every individual trained or untrained indulges in case work. The difference is made by theoretical understanding and professional ethics, practices involved in professional case work. Mary Richmond in 1915 explains casework as “the art of doing different things for and with different people by cooperating with them to achieve at one and the same time their own and society' betterment.” Social Case Work can also be defined as “an art in which knowledge of the science of human relations and skill in relationship are used to mobilize capacities in the individual and resources in the community appropriate for better adjustment between the client and all or any part of his total environment”.
The social work profession is defined as “a practice-based profession and an academic discipline that promotes social change and development, social cohesion, and the empowerment and liberation of people (ISFW, ‘Global Definition of Social Work’, 2016).” The definition may be true about the profession but it is more in depth than just that. To me, the profession’s primary focus is to help others through life as much as we can while letting them make their own choices and guiding them. In society, social workers are utilized in many different nonprofit and government roles. They serve the community in many different ways from monitoring parent visits to helping people through mental illnesses. Human beings are so complex and things that happen
The work of a social worker is complex and all encompassing. Social workers work in many capacities seeking justice, liberation, and equality. There work is global, as they work to put policies in place to govern practices. To keep up with societal shifts and generational changes there learning is continuous. As new questions rise so does the need for the continuation of research, not only to answer these questions but to implement into