Behavior Case Study: Zoe Girl And Her Toddler Family

Demographics- This case involves Zoe girl around 9-11 years old, and her toddler brother were removed from their home due to domestic violence, child abuse, and neglect. Dad/Boyfriend abuses alcohol and Mother appears to be depressed. They live with their Mom and Dad/Boyfriend, (DB) in a trailer home out in the country. The little girl is her brother’s caregiver; she is the one who feeds and attends to him. She is very close and protective of her brother. No record or history of extended family known.
History of Presenting Problem- Zoe went to school with bruising on her face and body had two black eyes. DB is abusive towards Zoe’s mom. Police came to the house and arrested DB reason unknown. DCFS has been called to investigate the case of neglect and abuse toward minors.
Upon being appointed to Zoe’s case, I would read and research as much information about the family, this will help and assist me when it comes to meeting them. Gather information about the parents and why were they taken away from them and how many other incidents have occurred. Even before I meet with Zoe, I would start tracking down where her little brother is placed and with who. I would start making arrangements for joining them together in the same foster care home. When I meet Zoe for the first time, I will be very patient with her and her feelings, Express that I am aware of her little brother and I am working on putting them together in the same foster care home. She is only a child and been through a traumatic experience and might show signs of PTSD. Work on her trusting me