A 34-year-old mother of three, ages, 5, 9, and 11 has been hospitalized following a violent confrontation with her boyfriend. In addition to her physical condition, she is depressed and concerned about her children. During the period of her hospitalization, the mother's children lived with an aunt. In addition to her physical condition, she presents symptoms of depression. As the hospital social worker, you meet with her to finish a biopsychosocial assessment and to intervene. During the brief session, she stated, "I never want to see him again (the boyfriend). If it weren't for my children, I would hang it all up. I seem to always end up choosing the wrong men in my life. I don't want my kids to see me as a loser but it is true, I am. I just want to get out of here and live my life with my children in peace."

1. The mother stated, "I don't want my kids to see me as a loser, but it is true, I am."Using the steps in cognitive restructuring process, help this mother restructure her cognition. What would you do?

2. Based on the case study answer the following questions:

a. What are the macro level issues that appear to influence the problems or conditions experienced by this client?

b. Does the presenting problem or condition appear to disproportionately affect a segment of the client population?

c. What is the role social workers have in resolving micro client issues that are influenced by macro social problems or conditions?

d. Using DSM 5, which diagnosis does this client meet and which intervention might be most effective with this client.