Intervención psicoterapéutica en caso clínico de adolescente, por problemas relacionados con el abandono emocional por parte de sus padres

Abstract

Abstract: The present clinical case covers the problem of an adolescent, 14 years old, residing in a foster home, diagnosed according to the International Classification of Diseases (ICD 10), with Z.61.1 problems related to childhood estrangement from home, Z.62.2 emotional neglect and Z.63.2 problems related to inadequate family support; he presents social withdrawal, poor development of social skills and absence of parents, so that his support network is weak. For the intervention, cognitive behavioral techniques were used, such as psychoeducation, conflict resolution, breathing techniques and positive reinforcers; it is considered that the intervention was successful, because at the end of the treatment the patient improved his self-esteem and strengthened his social skills, which allowed him to have a greater interaction with his environment, progressing in his quality of life, inside and outside the institution.