Assessment of a Teenage Drug Addict

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This paper addresses the case study of a fourteen-year-old male by the name of Tyron. The paper points out that as a result of being admitted to the local hospital following a substantial heroin overdose, he has been under close supervision. Tyron has a history of criminal behavior and involvement with the authorities. He has been a long-time drug user, although he denies any drug related problems. The paper states that after the implementation of a family services plan is complete, Tyron will still be unable to return home, since his mother is in prison. In conclusion, the paper suggests that his case be put before a judge for adjudication of termination of parental rights.

From the Paper:

"Based on these assessments, the agency must develop a family plan for services. At the center of the entire coordinated initiative is Tyron. Thus, Tyron must be viewed as a participating agency in and of himself. In order for any of the implemented services to be effective, Tyron must be the center of all efforts. (Bostock: 2005). Therefore it is mandatory that Tyron play an active and central role at all stages of the initiative. Tyron must have a voice in the decision and evaluating process. (McLeod: 2006). The advantage of viewing Tyron as an agency is that it empowers him and teaches him to take responsibility and consequences for his actions."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Bostock, L., Bairstow, S, Fish, S, and MacLeod, F. (2005). Managing Risk and Minimizing Mistakes in Services to Children and Families. London: SCIE.
• Brayne, H. and Carr, H. (2005). Law for Social Workers (9th Ed.) Oxford: Oxford University Press.
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• Holland, S. (2004). Child and Family Assessment in Social Work Practice. London: SAGE.
• Horwath, J. (2002). The Child's World: Assessing Children in Need. London: Jessica Kingsley.

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