Mairi's Assessment

The Young Person's Unit arranges an intake appointment for Mairi. This is followed up by a number if sessions with a consultant in which they unpack some of Mairi's problems such as her eating disorder and other issues associated with her self image and identity. Later in the series of appointments, joint sessions are arranged to include Mairi's mum in order that, together, they can consider the family background and potential support.

Confidence in who I am

Child's/young person's temperament and characteristics. Nature and quality of early and current attachments. Emotional and behavioral development. Resilience, self-esteem. Ability to take pride in achievements. Confidence in managing challenges, opportunities, difficulties appropriate to the age and stage of development. Appreciation of ethnic and cultural background. Sense of identity which is comfortable with gender, sexuality, religious belief. Skills in social presentation.