Immigrants from Syria

Immigrants from Syria, the Shivaras came to the United States seven years ago. They have four children, all born in the United States, ages 6, 4, 3, and 4 months. Only the oldest, Farhad attends school at the local elementary school. The family came to the attention of DSS when Neda was diagnosed with post-partum psychosis and spent a week in the hospital to address the acute psychosis and adjust her medications. Father, Arya, works in a print shop, is quite religious, and practices at a local mosque. The infant, Avisa, has been difficult and was recently diagnosed with reflux causing her to frequently vomit during feedings. Neda’s sister and Arya’s brother both live in town and have helped out during this time of crisis. The family has few financial resources, speaks limited English, and is distrustful of your agency.

Question:
Identify various family perspectives and principles of family theory.

Determine an appropriate family theory to apply to a family scenario.