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G: Dameon often refuses to follow or comply with requests and rules, even when reasonable. He will clearly lessen the frequency of passive-aggressive behaviors as evidenced by conveying anger and frustration through controlled, respectful, and direct statements and no more than three disciplinary referrals during the Second Nine Weeks.
I: MHP taught Dameon how to identify negative, hostile, and defiant behaviors, and develop new ways to reframe these behaviors in more pro-social terms. MHP taught his mother how to change her predictable response to reestablish control in positive, but creative ways. MHP taught Dameon and his mother how to ignore certain inappropriate behaviors. MHP educated his mother about how to develop behavioral expectations …show more content…
Rapport was established and adequately maintained during the session. His grooming was adequate and he was cooperative during the session. He made good eye contact and his affect was normal. No S/H ideations. He mentioned that he was having a good day. Dameon noted that his conversation with his mother was really beneficial. He stated that they talked about life and making good decisions. He also mentioned that his dad encouraged him to strength his relationship with his mother. Dameon stated that he wants to work on his behavior at school. He is scheduled to return to school tomorrow. He stated that he will avoid negative people and refrain from entertaining mess. He mentioned that he plans to work on improving his grades. He was reluctant to role-play how he would ask his teachers for make-up work. However, he assured the MHP that he would practice on it before he got in the bed. Dameon acknowledged that his anger is a concern and must be addressed. He mentioned that he started back taking his medicine. Dameon acknowledged that he does not always follow the rules at school. He agreed to use the anger management strategies. He stated that he acts out when he does not take his medicine. His mother stated that she will make sure he takes his medicine as prescribed. Dameon stated that he enjoyed the worksheet on anger management. No at-risk indicators noted. His overall response to the treatment was fair. …show more content…
Rapport was established and adequately maintained during the session. His grooming was adequate and he was cooperative during the session. He made good eye contact and his affect was normal. No S/H ideations. He stated that his day was going well. Dameon stated that he was ready to return to school (he was suspended for three days for fighting). He mentioned that his mother and father were disappointed that he did not handle the situation differently. However, he noted that they gave valuable advice on how to handle similar situations moving forward. He stated that he had at least two adults at the school who he can check in and out with every day. He reported that his grades could be much better. Dameon noted that he would spend more time concentrating on his schoolwork. His mother stated that she has seen improvements in his attitude. Dameon stated that he tends to respond in a negative manner when someone does something he does not like. He also stated that he acts out when he is not taking his medicine. His mother stated that she will make sure he takes his medicine as prescribed. Dameon agreed to use the strategies for his anger problems. No at-risk indicators noted. His overall response to the treatment was fair. Dameon stated that he will continue to work on his behavior this