Social Diagnosis
Social diagnosis is the process of understanding a client’s problem by analyzing their social, emotional, and environmental conditions. It helps the case worker identify the root causes of the problem and plan effective intervention.
Steps in Social Diagnosis
- Collecting detailed information through interviews and observation
- Analyzing the client’s background, family, and environment
- Identifying needs, strengths, and areas of concern
Example: A student with poor grades may be diagnosed with family conflict and lack of support at home.
Conclusion
Social diagnosis is the base of all case work interventions and helps ensure accurate and personalized support.