"When major negative life events occur, or more serious or prolonged problems arise, coping becomes progressively more difficult." (Mental Health Continuum)
             After many sessions with Holden I was able to determine his physical and mental health. At initial patient profile it was determined that Mr. Caulfield is a 17-year-old boy who goes to Pency Prep Boarding School. He has failed out of many schools and doesn't seem to care about much of anything. As I noticed, many of Mr. Caulfield's problems are caused by his inability to grow up, come to terms with death, not be jealous, find his identity, and learn to interact in a social setting. He learns many lessons the hard way, and he is especially shaped through the experiences of a few days of freedom. Holden has shown signs of improvement after initial patient profile. Mr. Caulfield has continued to evolve his outlook on society. He has taken more of a positive stance on his own life. Holden discussed his feelings about trying to protect children from change, and hiding from his problems. Before the therapy initiated, Holden's view on his life was extremely different. He had a inner conflict. Mr. Caulfield revealed that his younger brother Allie's death was a traumatic experience in his life due to being so close.
             At the time of the patient's initial session, it was noticed that the patient did not want to participate. It seemed that all of his comments were negative. He seemed to be fascinated with the ducks in a pond and a museum he went to when he was younger. The patient discussed that his parents were always busy when he was a child, and that he became very close with his siblings. He also showed signs close mindedness. He mentioned several times that most people in the world are phonies, and that children are innocent.
             The patient appeared to be lonely before the therapy had withstood. He was convinced that he needed to isolate himself ...