characteristics (p. 9). Amidst family cohorts, the single-parent family (SPF) comprises one parent, and one child or children forged by choice (including adoption and other means), separation (including divorce and desertion), or death. The SPF is also categorized dependent on custodial functions and responsibilities (Galvin et al., 2016, p. 9). The U.S. and Canada are ranked first and second as having the highest percentages of SPFs among developed nations (The Gale Group Inc. [TGGI], 2003). The 2013
Relationships exist in every possible corner of humanity. The adage regarding strength in numbers is a relevant point to deliberate when discussing the benefits and deficits of belongingness. “The ‘belongingness hypothesis’ states that people have a basic psychological need to feel closely connected to others, and that caring, affectionate bonds from close relationships are a major part of human behavior” (Selterman, 2014). People are driven to form and keep positive and significant relationships
In a meta-analysis addressing the effectiveness of parent training programs on reducing problem behaviors in children, Piquero, et al. (2009) created a lengthy list of guidelines for future research on developmental prevention strategies. This list included 11 different ideas, all of which Piquero et al. found to be important for the advancement of knowledge in area of developmental prevention. Of particular importance was the fourth suggestion: “there is a need to identify the particular ingredients
With child abuse and neglect being so prevalent globally, it is important to recognize why these types of maltreatment occur and is a relevant topic for all to explore. Many are interested in how child abuse and neglect affect the individuals who are victims as well as the use and efficacy of treatment procedures. Child abuse has serious physical and psycho-social consequences which adversely affect the health and overall well-being of a child. There are long-term consequences of experiencing these
the United States for the last 20 years. She is a legal permanent resident (LPR). Client has spent 17 of these 20 years in the work force, and paid into social security. Currently this client’s only income comes from social security and from her daughter for child and household care (100 dollars per month). Client is currently receiving a social security check of 356.12 each month. Client has saved up 4500 dollars in the last couple of years. This client currently has no health insurance. Sanchez
was assigned by Child Protective Services to visit the home in order to identify the potential impacts and implications for the developmental growth of Christina C. In order to advise Judge Thompson, this project will focus on providing careful explanations that describe the familial and parental characteristics of the socio-cultural environment that favor the removal of Christina from Rita 's custody, followed by the explanation of why the attachment between the parent and child provide reasons
Prevention, childhood obesity rates have doubled among children since 1980 (McNamara et al., 2010). Being obese as a child amounts to having a 17% higher incidence of being obese as an adult then those children of healthy Body Mass Index or “BMI” (Tudor-Lock et al., 2011). It is documented that obesity in children is linked
The types of disabilities range from mobility, medical, cognitive, psychiatric, developmental, environmental or sense based. These impairments can drastically change the individual’s life from the “normal” or average expectation level of functioning (Mallet & Runswick-Cole, 2015, pgs. 3-4). Families are a complex structure that is shaped by its members, their lives and their environment. The family systems theory defined as “the physical, social and emotional functioning of family members is profoundly
navigate his familial responsibilities, his work, and his personal life. Gilbert struggles to take care of Bonnie, his morbidly obese mother, his new love interest, Becky, and his autistic brother, Arnie. Arnie is played by Leonardo DiCaprio, and for the purpose of this assignment, will be the focus of this analysis. Arnie exhibits behavioral abnormalities early on in the film. Particularly, he appears to exhibit symptoms of autism spectrum disorder. He displays persistent deficits in social communication
The Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health Institute (2002) states that substance abuse can occur in many clients who also have anxiety/stress disorders. The user believes that using alcohol or drugs will help lessen the feelings they have and somehow enable them to “cope” (The Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health Institute, 2002). Unfortunately, most users like James are unable to realize the substances are not helping their problems. Most people with alcohol and other drug use disorders who