Katie is angry after a social worker's visit, following concerns of neglect from her child's school. She feels they're interfering and asking overly personal questions, comparing herself to other mums.
Families and relationships settings
These example scenarios feature fictional situations and people. They show how NICE guidance could be used in social work practice.
Chloe, 14, is hospitalised after taking an overdose. Her dad, Jakob, who works nights and relies on public transport, complains about not being involved in her care planning since being admitted.
Farzana is 13 and blind with moderate learning disability and is experiencing depression after her father's death. Her mum, Shazia, is overwhelmed as she also cares for her own mother who has dementia.