A Case of Rejection, Redemption, and Resilience: Commentary on the Case of Rafael

Authors

  • Geraldine V. Oades-Sese Institute for the Study of Child Development, UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
  • Mark Kitzie Youth Development Clinic, Newark, NJ

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.14713/pcsp.v7i3.1098

Keywords:

resilience, limb deficiency, cognitive behavioral therapy, orphan, clinical case studies, case studies

Abstract

 Paul Clement (2011) presents a unique case of an adolescent with congenital limb deficiency. He integrates a number of approaches that encompass positive psychology, cognitive restructuring, social problem-solving skills, outcome assessment, and a quantitative evaluation of therapeutic change.  We examine this case using resilience as a theoretical framework with an emphasis on identity formation, self-esteem, coping strategies, and assessment. We provide some comments on the strengths of Clement's approach as well as offer suggestions of additional assessment procedures and interventions that may have been beneficial to Rafael's treatment.   

Author Biographies

Geraldine V. Oades-Sese, Institute for the Study of Child Development, UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School

Mark Kitzie, Youth Development Clinic, Newark, NJ

Mark Kitzie, Psy.D. 

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Published

2011-10-02

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Case Study