Prepare a 6-8 page typewritten paper after reading Finding Fish: a memoir by Antwone Quenton Fisher
- Identify and discuss the strengths in the Elkins, Fisher and Pickett families
as well as the social welfare system that cared for Antwone. Discuss how the
strengths did or could have protected Antwone and other family members.
(10 points) - Discuss in detail 2 cultural aspects that might have influenced the strengths found in any of
these families. (15 points) - Identify ALL the types of child maltreatment and/or family violence that
occurred in the Elkins, Fisher and Pickett families. (4 points) - Considering Antwone’s placement with the Pickett family, identify the following:
a. Identify and discuss at least three indicators (physical or behavioral) for
each type of maltreatment Antwone experienced. Remember, indicators
are what you would see or observe in a child or adult victim that would
cause you to suspect or believe they are maltreated. (10 points)
b. Identify and discuss at least three family dynamics that were present
within the foster family. Remember, dynamics are situations in a family
or parents’ background that would make it likely that maltreatment
would occur. (10 points)
c. Identify and discuss at least three effects maltreatment had on Antwone’s
development and discuss how the maltreatment impacted Antwone’s life
choices. (10 points) - Discuss in detail 2 cultural practices that might have influenced the
identified unsafe parenting practices found in the Pickett family. (15 points) - What conclusions do you draw from Antwone’s story and how would you have
practiced culturally competent social work with this family? How will this
story impact your professional practices? (20 points)