Lesson 8 Discussion: Mark is a 7-year-old, African American boy who is meeting with a Case Manager/Social Worker. Mark was detained by Child Protective Services due to abuse/neglect by his parents and

Lesson 8 Discussion:

Mark is a 7-year-old, African American boy who is meeting with a Case Manager/Social Worker. Mark was detained by Child Protective Services due to abuse/neglect by his parents and is currently living with his grandparents. Mark has difficulty communicating his thoughts and feelings about the abuse/neglect he experienced.

Using the readings or additional research, please identify an intervention that could be appropriate to help Mark with expressing his thoughts/feelings. Please discuss the following:

• Why did you select this intervention?
• Discuss how this intervention would benefit Mark related to his presenting problem?
• Please discuss any cultural considerations.