MFT 613 CHILD FOCUSED FAMILY THERAPY
Celano, M. (2018). Children with emotional and behavioral disorders: Systemic practice. New York: Momentum Press
The case assignment must include the following:
5 – 8 pages double spaced
At least 2 references throughout the paper that is peer
reviewed
APA format with reference list and in line citation
Word or PDF format only
Size 12 Font
Title page (the title of the paper, name, date, class name)
Headings (You will use each of the below sections as a
separate heading making it clear that you are covering all of the
required areas)
Students will write a paper on a commonly occurring mental disorder
of
children/adolescents.
Topics can include ADD/ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, disruptive
behavioral disorders (e.g., conduct disorder), or a mood disorder (See
Week 2 DSM diagnoses). You also
may choose as a topic a typical presenting problem such as neglect,
physical or emotional abuse, or suicidal ideation.
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The paper must include the following headings:
Heading # 1- Introduction
Introduce your topic and what you want to accomplish in the
paper
Heading #2- Defining the Problem
What is the prevalence of the disorder/presenting problem?
What are the criteria or symptoms used to diagnose the
presenting problem?
What are the problems/special considerations in diagnosing
the disorder/presenting problem in children/adolescents?
Discuss the etiology of the presenting problem as found in
Research
Heading #3 – Treatment
What evidence-based approaches are available in treating the
disorder? If no evidence-based approaches exist, what are
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treatment approach suggested in the literature?
Describe at least two approaches (medication should not be
used as one of the two approaches. Focus more on the
therapeutic approaches to assist)
What are the strengths/limitations of each approach?
What approach would you choose and why?
Heading #4 – Conclusion

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