Jason's- town- Case-Study = Reflection-Paper

Risk factors tend to increase the likelihood of children experiencing adverse outcomes in the future, such as poor social skills and low birth weight (Department of Correctional Services, 2007). On the other hand, protective factors are those factors that have an opposite effect on risk factors in that they minimize the probability of future negative outcomes. Protective factors shield children from the effects of risk factors such as social skills and a positive school environment. Jason's Risk and Protective Factors His laziness could make him not achieve his goals in the future while having a father figure who has a criminal background could also affect him. He is also slightly overweight, which carries the risk of developing future health complications. One of Jason's protective factors is his attachment to his family as he claims that he loves both his mother and grandmother the same despite their conflicts. His involvement in sports activities could create new opportunities for him. Family's risk and corresponding protective factors Physical abuse is one of the family's risk factors. It has been said that Jason's grandmother and stepfather have punched him on the face on different occasions. There are