In this assignment, you will apply theoretical frameworks to a real-world narrative by conducting a bio-psycho-social assessment of Wes Moore 1 Moore. Your goal is to use theory and practice-based to

Assignment: Bio -Psycho -Social Assessment of The Other Wes Moore Overview: In this assignment, you will apply theoretical frameworks to a real -world narrative by conducting a bio -psycho -social assessment of one of the two central figures in The Other Wes Moore by Wes Moore. You will be assigned either the author Wes Moore or the "other" Wes Moore. Your goal is to use theory and practice -based tools to assess your assigned individual through a human services lens. This project includes three parts: 1. A written bio -psycho -social assessment (approximately 4 pages, double -spaced) 2. A hand -drawn or digitally created eco map 3. A 1 -page reflection reviewing your assessment Assignment Components 1. Bio -Psycho -Social Assessment (4 pages) Use the template provided below to organize your assessment. Draw upon specific events, relationships, and themes from the book. Where relevant, incorporate class theories (e.g., systems theory, risk and resilience, trauma -informed perspectives). Your assessment should include: • Biological : Health, physical development, genetic or medical issues, neurological information (if available) • Psychological : Cognitive/emotional development, mental health, identity formation, coping strategies • Social (this will and should be the longest section) : Family dynamics, community, school experiences, socioeconomic status, exposure to violence or trauma, role models, peer relationships 2. Eco Map The eco map should visualize the relationships, systems, and environments influencing your assigned Wes Moore at a key point in his development Indicate: • The strength and nature of connections (positive, stressful, absent) • Individual and environmental systems (family, school, work, criminal justice, peer group, etc.) You may draw the eco map by hand and scan/photograph it, or use a digital tool (like Canva, Lucidchart, or Google Slides). 3. Review and Reflection (1 page) Write a brief reflection that includes: • What you learned by doing this assessment • How your understanding of theory helped shape your analysis • What is your take aways from doing this? • Ethical considerations or assumptions you had to be aware of in interpreting someone else’s story Formatting Guidelines • Length: 5 pages total (4 -page assessment + 1 -page reflection), double -spaced • Font: 12pt, Times New Roman or Calibri • Eco map should be attached at the end or submitted as a separate file • Cite the book and any other course materials using APA format Examples of what can, but limited to what is in a bio, psychosocial : INDIVIDUAL (Micro) • Age • Gender roles/sexual orientation & identity • Temperament • Developmental or psychiatric disabilities • Culture, race, ethnicity • Class • Religious, philosophical, spiritual values • Finances • Autonomy skills • Social skills • Social participation • Power/privilege or powerlessness/abuse • Education and work • Physical or psychological symptoms • Addiction and behavioral challenges • Allocation of time • Personal dreams IMMEDIATE HOUSEHOLD (Micro -Mezzo) • Type of family structure • Stage of family life cycle • Emotional climate • Boundaries, patterns, and triangles • Communication patterns • Negotiating skills • Decision -making skills EXTENDED FAMILY (Micro -Mezzo) • Relationship patterns • Emotional themes, loss, secrets, family myths, taboos • Socioeconomic level • Work patterns • Challenges (aka dysfunctions): addictions, illness, disabilities, violence • Social and community involvement • Ethnicity, religion, values COMMUNITY AND SOCIAL CONNECTIONS (Mezzo -Macro) • Face -to-face links between individual, family, and society • Friends and neighbors • Involvement with governmental institutions • Self -help, psychotherapy, volunteer work • Church, temple, mosque involvement or no religious affiliation • Involvement in children’s school and activities • Political action • Recreation or cultural groups LARGER SOCIETY (Macro) • Social, political, economic issues • Bias, discrimination, and oppression based on: o Race, ethnicity o Class o Gender o Sexual orientation and gender identity o Religion o Age o Disability o Family configuration • Power and privilege based on how government institutions and policies are developed, implemented, and sustained