Child’s Pseudonym

· Identification of the Problem—A brief summary of why adults are concerned about this child and why a referral for counseling has been made.

· Individual and Background Information—Briefly identify developmental stages, neurobiological, personality, and health information about your child, using these categories.

· Academic Background—Where is the child in school? Is there a history of academic problems?

· Family and Cultural Background—With whom does the child live? What cultural influences are important?

· Physical Health—Is the child well? Are they any physical problems or disabilities?

· Social Adjustment—How does the child get along with peers and others outside of the family? Are normal social milestones being reached?

Prepare an Ecomap: Refer to the graphic, Designing an Ecomap, linked in Resources, from this unit’s first study. Draw an Ecomap for the hypothetical child or teen for whom you created the background sketch, depicting:

1. The systems and factors where there are stressors.
2. The programs, networks, and relationships that provide support, such as those discussed in Chapters 1 and 2 of your text.
3. Compose a one-paragraph narrative that summarizes what you are depicting in the Ecomap for your hypothetical child or teen.

In this Discussion, prepare a post that includes your background sketch and the narrative description of your Ecomap for your hypothetical client. Upload your Ecomap as an attachment to your post.

Resources

· Discussion Participation Scoring Guide.

· Designing an Ecomap.

· APA Style and Format.