Natalie (alias) had to receive foster care services since birth as her mother was unsuitable to take care of her. The foster family lived peacefully until she entered the turbulent adolescence. Such dramatic changes finally resulted in the arrangement of her placement in a children’s residential home.
Emotional Roller Coaster
Natalie described herself as quite emotional. Before evaluation, her moods easily swing uncontrollably between extreme highs and lows. At times, she would yell at people and slam the doors. At other times, she would hide away and cry. She has no real friends in the children’s home or at school. Her relationships with others are fragile. Fortunately, she is naturally active and has won many awards both inside and outside of school, including basketball, soccer, and track and field. She also has a special talent for music, like playing the piano, acoustic guitar and drums. She is truly gifted.
