In this assignment, write an essay addressing the following:
After reading the provided family case study describe how you would approach the case using Family Emotional Systems Theory and Structural Family Theory.
Based on your additional readings in this area describe other family approaches you might use. Discuss which approach they would prefer and why.

Cite three to five scholarly resources.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion. 

You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.
This assignment is informed by the following EPAS Standards:

6: Engage with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities (System Level: Families)
7: Assess Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities (System Level: Families)
8: Intervene with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities 
9: Evaluate Practice with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities (System Level: Families)
SWK-610: Topic 6 Family Case Study
Sharon is a 19-year-old African-American woman struggling with trauma and anger. Sharon has
a 4-year-old daughter, Grace, who was recently molested by Sharon’s boyfriend. Sharon attempted
to press charges but due to lack of evidence, the case is not proceeding at this time. Sharon’s family
has become very protective of Sharon’s daughter and blames Sharon for everything that happened.
They are also Sharon’s only support system and tend to be very controlling and verbally abusive
towards her at times. Sharon and Grace currently live with Sharon’s parents after moving out of
the boyfriend’s apartment due to these events. Sharon is not working at this time because she has
sickle cell anemia and has recently been in and out of the hospital several times. Sharon reports
that she is very depressed and struggles with self-care, and that she is not always good about taking
her medications and attending follow-up appointments. Sharon is beginning to recognize that she
is in a cycle of not caring for herself which leads to increased reliance on her parents who are
financially supportive but not emotionally healthy. She wants to find ways to break this cycle and
be more independent but doesn’t know where to start.
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