Emil's Relationship With His Parents Analysis

Emile reported that prior to his parents separating, he spent time with both of his parents. Emile indicated that his mother did not work and cared for them while his father was working. He indicated that his father always worked late, he is a chef. He indicated when his father was off he would sleep at times he would also do family stuff. Emile stated that he enjoyed spending time with his father, he stated that he liked cooking with his father. He stated when his parents were together, he perceived them to be a close family.

The child reported that he has seen arguments between and conflicts between his parents. He indicated that they would argue over the stupidest thing “what is a heathier hot dog”. He stated that he has never seen any physical confrontations between them. Emile stated that the arguments were “freighting” at times, he stated that he would try to intervene but they would not listen to him and continued arguing. He stated that he did not want them to get a “divorce”.
He indicated when his parents would argue he gets scared.

He indicated historically he has had a good relationship with both parents. He stated that neither parent has ever spanked him. He stated that they discipline by taking things away from him. He stated since the separation he does not feel that anything has changed. Emile indicated that he would often have arguments with his mother because of his brother’s behavior. He stated that she comes down harder on him than she does on Yotam. Emile stated that his mother

He stated that his father has an apartment in Harlem, which he shares with roommates and a house in Pennsylvania. He stated that his father opened a restaurant in Pennsylvania a block from his