Young And Middle Adulthood Case Studies
Young and Middle Adulthood Case Studies
Christina Gonzales
BSHS/325
March 9, 2015
Maria Perrotta
Young and Middle Adulthood Case Studies
Peck (1968) suggests that it is psychologically healthy for middle-aged adults to redefine the people in their lives so they can find value in their relationships (Zastrow, 2011). Michael a 45-year old male with no children, weight issues, and a girlfriend with children of whom he is uncertain about in his life is struggling with dealing with his weight and health issues. In addition, to his personal problems Michael also has his sister Taylor to look after who has been diagnosed with HIV. Michael is in the stage of his life where he is redefining his identity and questioning those around him and the necessity for them.
Psychological
Michael is experiencing the inability to psychologically grow as an individual otherwise known as stagnation because he is aware of his weight issues and chooses to not make a change. In addition he lacks the initiative to propose to his girlfriend because he has a fear of the unknown (Zastrow, 2010). Although, Michael life’s structure was predisposed prior to his choice to enter into a relationship he ultimately has to decide if he will marry Tina. If Michael choose to marry Tina it will affect his relationship with his sister because they do share a living space and his sister is undoubtedly has a safety net with her brother. As Maslow’s theory suggest that safety is that security, stability, and freedom from fear, anxiety, threats, and chaos (Zastrow, 2010). A social structure of laws and limits help with these needs. With Taylor being 37, and living with her brother with no job and no social outlet it is obvious that Taylor feels as though she needs to belong. Taylor avoids dealing with her personal issues by encouraging her brother’s unhealthy habits, and caring for him as if it were her companion. Taylor’s lack of personal growth affects the family because Michael is unable to move
Christina Gonzales
BSHS/325
March 9, 2015
Maria Perrotta
Young and Middle Adulthood Case Studies
Peck (1968) suggests that it is psychologically healthy for middle-aged adults to redefine the people in their lives so they can find value in their relationships (Zastrow, 2011). Michael a 45-year old male with no children, weight issues, and a girlfriend with children of whom he is uncertain about in his life is struggling with dealing with his weight and health issues. In addition, to his personal problems Michael also has his sister Taylor to look after who has been diagnosed with HIV. Michael is in the stage of his life where he is redefining his identity and questioning those around him and the necessity for them.
Psychological
Michael is experiencing the inability to psychologically grow as an individual otherwise known as stagnation because he is aware of his weight issues and chooses to not make a change. In addition he lacks the initiative to propose to his girlfriend because he has a fear of the unknown (Zastrow, 2010). Although, Michael life’s structure was predisposed prior to his choice to enter into a relationship he ultimately has to decide if he will marry Tina. If Michael choose to marry Tina it will affect his relationship with his sister because they do share a living space and his sister is undoubtedly has a safety net with her brother. As Maslow’s theory suggest that safety is that security, stability, and freedom from fear, anxiety, threats, and chaos (Zastrow, 2010). A social structure of laws and limits help with these needs. With Taylor being 37, and living with her brother with no job and no social outlet it is obvious that Taylor feels as though she needs to belong. Taylor avoids dealing with her personal issues by encouraging her brother’s unhealthy habits, and caring for him as if it were her companion. Taylor’s lack of personal growth affects the family because Michael is unable to move
References: Zastrow, C., & Ashman, K. (2010). Understanding human behavior and the social environment (2nd ed.). Chicago: Cengage Learning. The reference page always begins on the top of the next page after the conclusion.