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CMY2603 Assignment 1
- Course
- Child and Youth Misbehaviour
- Institution
- University Of South Africa
CMY2603 Assignment 1
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CMY2603 Assignment 1[School]
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, READ THE CASE STUDY BELOW AND ANSWER BOTH QUESTIONS
THAT FOLLOW. The Thompson family faces socio-economic strain due to
Mrs Thompson low paying job. She is a single mother to her 12-year-old son,
Michael, with his father working in another province and only visiting during
Christmas and the New Year holidays. While the father does contribute some
of his earnings to the family, his absence most of the time leaves Mrs
Thompson as the primary caregiver. The father also has a criminal record for
theft. The family lives in a neighbourhood with limited resources and high
crime rates. As the primary breadwinner, Ms. Thompson works long hours,
leaving Michael unsupervised during after-school hours. The lack of parental
supervision and emotional support, along with limited opportunities for growth,
could potentially expose Michael to risk behaviour. Additionally, Michael’s
grandparents also live with the family. The grandfather tends to engage in
conflict between himself and the grandmother. QUESTION 1 In your own
words, supported with examples and in-text citations of reputable sources,
identify and explain four (4) family variables (as described in the prescribed
book) that can expose Michael to the risk of coming into conflict with the law.
(15)
Based on the case study provided, several family variables can
expose Michael to the risk of coming into conflict with the law. These
variables can be understood through the lens of family dynamics
and their potential impact on his development. Here are four family
variables that could contribute to Michael's risk of getting involved
in criminal behavior:
1. Parental Absence and Lack of Supervision: Michael's father
works in another province and visits only during holidays, leaving
Mrs. Thompson as the primary caregiver. This parental absence can
result in inadequate supervision and guidance for Michael during
after-school hours. Research has shown that children who lack
proper supervision are more likely to engage in risky behaviors and
delinquency (Barnes, Hoffman, Welte, Farrell, & Dintcheff, 2006).
2. Limited Emotional Support and Role Models: The absence of
Michael's father and the strain on his mother due to low-paying
employment can lead to limited emotional support and role
modeling. Positive role models and emotional support within the
family are crucial for a child's social and emotional development.
The lack of these factors can increase the likelihood of seeking
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