Intellectual Wellness Case Study

I am reaching out to you because I have some major concerns with my son Braydon Thorman's education. Braydon is in Mrs. Kuithe's 3rd grade class. Braydon seems to be struggling A LOT. Braydon is a very bright kid and that is one reason I am so concerned. Braydon has ADHD and has been diagnosed sence kindergarden. He struggled mostly with being still in KG and first grade. second grade was great, we did have handwriting issues. This year however is such a set back. This is Braydons first year of getting grades and such a transition, a very very hard and stressful transition. When I first saw signs of this I requested a meeting with Mrs. Kuithe and Mrs. Montgomery. I felt good about that meeting. I felt like we really hashed out some of my concerns. He almost made honor roll, then

For a fulfilling, healthy balanced life Kevin M Norris confirms in his article “Finding Balance: 6 Dimensions of Wellness” that following the six dimensions could lead to improvement in unhealthy lifestyles. Norris expresses that when you evolve the six dimensions of wellness it could be used as a model or a guide. Norris begins to list off the 6 dimensions which are physical, emotional, spiritual, intellectual, environmental and social. When Norris begins to explain of each dimensions balance each other he states, “Each dimension forms a piece of a lifestyle pie; without one piece, there is a void, a missing link that imbalances the remainder of the dimensions’. In order to take control or to achieve a goal to become healthy and maintain

Action: MHP and MHS discuss Donovan’s behaviors in the home and community. MHP and MHS review monthly paperwork that is needs to be submitted. MHS and MHP complete a walk-through of Donovan’s bedroom and play room. MHP and MHP discuss upcoming medical appointments. MHP email Ms. Greene at the MUSC Foster Care Support Clinic to assist MHS with verifying upcoming medical appointments. MHP and MHS discuss MHS contact with Donovan’s DSS worker.

Discussion: Ms. Roger reported that Corey's Medicaid hasn't been reinstated, as a result, his therapy and all medical appointment is on hold. She stated that Corey has enough medication and is not at risk of running out. Ms. Roger expressed concern with Corey's Maladaptive behavior (substance Abuse), truancy and medication refusal. She asserted that Corey's addiction to this substance is affecting him significantly. Corey denied it, purported that he's not addicted to it but uses it as a coping mechanism. Corey stated that he's been absent multiple times from school because he's lethargic in the AM. Ms. Rogers indicated that his Maladaptive behavior is contributing to it. Ms (Family growth) informed Corey about their Substance abuse program

Discussion: Mr.Spooner reported that Jeffery is doing well at school, home and in the community. He reported that his neurologist discontinued Zolpidem and decrease Trileptal. Mr.Spooner informed the team that Jeffery's mother is back in his life and he deemed it helpful. Jeffrey will continue to attend Neshaminy High School in Pennsylvania and the ESY for summer. Mr.Spooner stated that the teachers have recommended that Jeffrey continues at Neshaminy High school in September as well. Mr. Spooner will make a decision by August if Jeffrey will reside in NJ or Pennsylvania.

Mr. Antunez contacted CM to discuss Devin (youth) behavior in school. CM was informed that Devin left school yesterday during his last class of the day. Mr. Antunez stated that the team is having a brief meeting for Devin today at 1:30pm to discuss the reason why Devin left school. Mr. Antunez inquired about partial care for Devin. CM explained to Mr. Antunez that Devin was in a partial care program at the Jersey City Medical Center and he successfully completed the program. CM informed Mr. Antunez that Ms. Feliciano is in the process of getting Devin in the outpatient program at Hoboken Medical Center.

For the last couple of years, I have had concerns about Valerie’s education. As my child has grown older, I have realized that it is time for her to get an evaluation by the board of education. Therefore, I am requesting for my daughter to receive a formal evaluation by the Child Study Team for September 2016.

Discussion: Toni (clinician) reported that Timothy's transition to Mott elementary has been very good, he has adjusted and acclimated with his peers. Ms. William said that Timothy is happy with the school thus far. Ms. Willian informed the school officials about the bullying incident at PJ hill, and indicated that bullying triggers behavior. The school clinical (Toni and Jasmine) stated that they will be proactive and informed the team that the school has a fight against bullying group. Timothy is currently in a reward program at school and the school official reported that he has been earning it.

He showed an adequate effort to participate in the session. Rapport was established and adequately maintained throughout the duration of the session. Osvaldo stated that his day was going well. He informed the MHP that he enjoyed school. His foster mother reported that his behavior has improved since the last session. She stated that she was going to give him his phone back. Osvaldo seemed very excited about attending the football game. He informed the MHP that he did not get in trouble at school. His foster mother stated that he has been very helpful with the kids in the home. Osvaldo stated that he has been reflecting on his behavior over the last few days. He mentioned that he identified areas that need improvement. Osvaldo noted that his behavior has not be consistent. He expressed a desire to work on his behavior and attitude. Osvaldo expressed interest in learning additional techniques for anger management. He mentioned that he needs to do a better job expressing his feelings. He stated that his study habits could be better. His foster mother mentioned that he could spend more time in his books. Osvaldo stated that he will focus more on his studies.

Antonio is very loving towards his daughter Anessa and is happy she is enrolled in daycare. Antonio picks Anessa up after daycare and takes the child to his home in Somerville. Anessa spends some nights with Antonio and will at times go back with her mother at night. Antonio has appropriate space for Anessa and the home is clean and free of hazards. I have observed Anessa with Antonio and his interaction is appropriate. Antonio agreed to the Early Intervention screening and was present during the evaluation process. Michelle Sharp from the Guidance Center reported Antonio asked thoughtful and inquisitive questions and appeared to have a good understanding of things Anessa should be doing given her age of 1 year.

Devon responded well to verbal cues during the month of February. Devon hasn't had many community habilitation appointments due to him being on a Florida vacation. Devon has visited a few locations within his community, such as; various stores in the mall and Eldridge park. Devon does very well displaying appropriate behavior and social skills when interacting with others in his community. Devon has been working on his budgeting skills through discussions with staff about saving money and not spending it all at once. Devon doesn't really think about how much money he spends when he's thinking of things to do in the community, if he has the money, he will try to spend it. This month, Devon hasn't needed any assistance with his safety goals.

When interviewing Mrs. F, she explained that a behavior concern for Richard is his inability to stay focus on a task for a long period of time. She mentioned, “He loves to walk around the class, especially when he sees a group of students talking. Richard will get up and try to join their conversation”. She expressed that his peers have difficulty understanding what he is saying because of his lack of speech. When asking her what she does when he becomes to wonder around the classroom, she mentioned that he just tells him to return to his seat. Richard is response positive to commands when they are given to him. He has not shown aggressive behavior when he does not get his way with Mrs. F. Mrs. F

Emily is a 6-year-old girl referred by her pediatric psychologist because of behavioral issues. Emily’s parents have informed the analyst that her problems first arose when she

Intellectual wellness is one of six dimensions of health that help people achieve a thriving lifestyle. Intellectual wellness is the ability for one to think clearly and use brainpower to meet life’s challenges. There are many examples of using intellectual health whether its real life, a text, or even a movie.

There will be five dimensions explained under this topic. Which are: Financial dimension, physical dimension, intellectual dimension, emotional dimension and social dimension. Wellness is substantially more than only physical wellbeing, activity or sustenance. It is the full coordination of conditions of these five dimensions.