George, 17
For the last several months, George struggled with depression. He has strong visual-perceptual functioning, but weak verbal abilities. In addition, he has difficulty with executive functioning skills preventing him from staying on task, planning, organizing, and remember details. A major source of his depression is due to an unhealthy relationship with a girlfriend who has…
Read MoreJacob, 13
Even at a young age, Jacob was passionate about justice and superheroes. He collects comic books, pajamas, posters, movies, action figures, and video games related to his favorite superhero, Batman. His peers entertain Jacob’s passions for awhile, but eventually become bored with his unceasing talk of superheroes. Jacob also obsesses about getting revenge on peers…
Read MoreEmery, 15
Emery is a sensitive, compassionate young man who enjoys social interactions. He struggles picking up on social cues and timing, such as telling jokes excessively or at inappropriate times. Emery’s undeveloped social skills cause peers to avoid or even bully him. In desperation for fitting in, he began bullying some of his peers. His social…
Read MoreMark, 14
Mark comes from a loving, supportive family. His parents always noticed he was “a little off” and struggling with peer interactions. As he transitioned into adolescence, his struggles intensified causing anxiety and school avoidance. In addition, Mark is falling behind academically. He has a history of intense tantrums, need for order, and prolonged periods of…
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