Molly is a three-year-old girl who has been attending preschool since September: Human Growth and Development Case Study, DCU, Ireland

Molly is a three-year-old girl who has been attending preschool since September. Her pre-school teacher has raised concerns about her development Her physical growth appears delayed and tails below the average expected for a child of her age Her language development also appears delayed and her vocabulary is limited.

The pre-school teacher has also raised concerns about interactions with the other children She is withdrawn and has difficulty forming friendships. She finds it difficult to take instruction and correction and has a short attention span when working on table-top activities such as puzzles and jigsaws.

The family has recently moved to the area and Molly lives with her mother Amy and her eight-year-old brother David, in a hotel room since becoming homeless. They had previously Wed happily for three years in a rented house on the other side of the city near extended family members.

When the landlord decided to sell the property they could not afford a house in the area due to rising rents Amy separated from Molt’s lather two years ago when he began drinking heavily and there is no formal access arrangement in a place He does not provide financial support and lives with his mother.

• Identify two needs that are being met in Molly’s case and provide a rationale. Discuss theories that are relevant to the needs identified. Remember to reference your information per the guidelines provided.
• Identify two needs that are not being met in Molly’s case and provide a rationale. Discuss theories that are relevant to the needs identified. Remember to reference your information per the guidelines provided.