3.2.1... Brawl

It has been argued that arts based instruments are counter therapeutic and even exploit clients- how can clinicians practice without involving exploitation? 

EXPLOITATION STATION:
Medical Model: Using an art based assessment to diagnose someone
Too quick to diagnose
Selfish motivations
Interviewer bias- OBJECTIVITY




This is how clinitians can practice without involving exploitation:
Using assessments when it is appropriate. 
Assessments can be used to lend support  

Client input should be taken into account

Objectivity


Note: The only way people will get the help they need is through assessments


Assesment according to Lowenfeld's Stages of artistic development:


Age: 17- 7th Grade- Schematic Stage


Client experienced loss of grandmother at 10 year old. Transitioned between mother and father's home. Child has a history of physical and substance abuse. Client is unable to read. Diagnosed with mild mental retardation.