Steps to Analyze a Child Abuse and Neglect Case Study:

1. Summarize the Case: Briefly describe the situation, including the child’s age, the type of abuse or neglect experienced, and any details about the parents or caregivers.
2. Identify Risk Factors: Look for factors in the family environment that increase the likelihood of abuse or neglect occurring. These could include:
   • Parental factors: History of abuse, mental health issues, substance abuse, lack of parenting skills.
   • Child factors: Physical or developmental disabilities, behavioral problems, chronic illness.
   • Family factors: Poverty, social isolation, domestic violence, lack of stable housing.
3. Family Preservation vs. Child Placement: Consider the severity of the abuse, the child’s safety, and the parents’ willingness and capacity to change. Here’s a general guideline:
   • Family Preservation: May be appropriate if the abuse is not severe, the child is safe, and the parents are willing to participate in services like parenting classes, therapy, or anger management.
   • Child Placement: May be necessary if the child is in imminent danger, the abuse is severe, or the parents are unwilling or unable to change their behavior.
4. How to Help the Family: Outline specific support services that could benefit the family, considering the identified risk factors. These might include:
   • Individual therapy for the child and/or parents.
   • Parenting skills training.
   • Substance abuse treatment.
   • Support groups for families experiencing similar challenges.
   • Financial assistance for housing, childcare, or other needs.

Remember: This is a general framework, and the decision of family preservation or child placement should be made on a case-by-case basis by qualified professionals after a thorough assessment.

Example Application (Replace with Specific Case Study Details):

• Case Summary: (Briefly describe the case study you choose)
• Risk Factors: (Identify factors present in the case study that increase the likelihood of abuse or neglect)
• Family Preservation vs. Child Placement: (Based on the severity of the abuse, child’s safety, and parental capacity for change, determine if family preservation or child placement is appropriate. Defend your answer using details from the case study)
• How to Help the Family: (List specific support services that could benefit the family based on the identified risk factors)

By following these steps and using the information from the case study, you can develop a well-informed analysis of the situation and propose appropriate interventions to help the child and family.