Dashaun'shaun

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Da'Shaun is a 17 year old African American male who is currently residing with his biological father Rodney L. Powell, stepmother Maylene Powell and stepbrother Saiquan Powell. Da'Shaun's biological mother is Natoria McClain, and she currently resides in Suffolk, Virginia.

Da’Shaun sometimes obeys his parents and is usually subjected to appropriate consequences for bad behavior and usually receives appropriate rewards for good behavior. Dashaun reported when he gets into trouble, he is placed on restriction or his cell phone is taken away. The Powell’s reported practicing good supervision. His parents clearly disapprove of his behavior and reported he was raised to know right from wrong and did not have to involve himself in such activity. Da'shaun's home features some conflict, but it is well managed. Da’Shaun reported he and his stepmother do not have the best relationship, but they get along. He reported feeling picked on by his stepmother for not doing things around the home to her satisfaction. Dashaun reported being reminded by his parents that his 18th birthday is approaching.
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Da’Shaun reported prior to getting involved with the court, the family went out to eat and to the movies. Da’Shaun reported having a close relationship with his father and extended family. The family denies that Da’Shaun has ever run away from home or had any out of home placements. Da’Shaun denied ever being abused. There is a strong social support network for Da'shaun's

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