Andrew resides in a single parent household with his mother and two siblings. Their life was altered tremendously when they had to vacate a five bedroom home for residence in a homeless shelter. In addition, his mother has been diagnosed with cancer.
Andrew is well be behaved, able to follow instructions, and exerts effortful control these are characterized as protective factors. Other elements that contribute to protective factors are extracurricular activities, community, and church however, the most crucial part is Andrew’s mother who is loving, caring, supportive and competent. All the factors combined have made Andrew resilient.