A case for funding a psychological evaluation
What happens if a mom suffers from paranoid schizophrenia? Or bipolar disorder? What happens to the child if mom can’t get out of bed because of severe depression and all the other issues she’s facing [...]
A case for psychological evaluation
From the Perspective of a Forensic Psychologist A court-ordered psychological evaluation is for high-risk families dealing with very complex issues. It’s focused on the child’s needs above all else. The referral to a forensic psychologist [...]
The case for Amy, Jess & Luke
Amy and Jess only agree on one thing -- their love for their three-year-old son Luke. As a working poor family, finances are tight. And because of Amy’s numerous relationships, she and Jess now live [...]
A case of who should get custody
From the Perspective of a Family Court Judge Because John and Grace are considered working poor, they don’t get government funding. They can’t pay for an attorney, a court-ordered psychological evaluation, or services that [...]
A case for hearing “I NEED HELP”
Who’s a working poor family? Honestly, it’s not easy to understand. They’re low-income working families who make 250% above the poverty line set by the federal government. That means, on average, a working poor family [...]
The case for Emma
Emma was scared to start seventh grade in a new school. But it’s just one of many stressors in her young life. Her parents are both on disability. Because they’re separated, Emma lives with each [...]