EXCERPT: CONFIDENTIAL PSYCH EVALUATION - Kevin McAllister
Patient ID: KM-001
Date of Evaluation: February 10, 1992
Clinician: Dr. Lydia Cross

BACKGROUND:
Kevin McAllister, an eight-year-old male, is referred for evaluation after a highly publicized incident where he devised defensive booby traps against two intruders. Preliminary concerns include potential anxiety, trauma, and the presence of undiagnosed behavioral issues.

OBSERVATIONS:
- Kevin displays a calm demeanor and high intelligence for his age.
- He demonstrates remarkable recall of the event, describing each trap with pride and precision.
- When discussing fear or danger, Kevin oscillates between confidence and moments of quiet introspection, possibly indicative of suppressed stress.

ASSESSMENT:
1. Kevin’s planning and execution of complex traps are beyond typical childhood play. They point to advanced problem-solving under stress.
2. He exhibits signs of hypervigilance and an unusual comfort with the concept of inflicting pain on perceived threats.
3. His emotional detachment when recalling the intruders’ injuries may signal early-stage desensitization.

RECOMMENDATIONS:
- Ongoing therapy sessions to explore trauma from both the burglars’ home invasion and the unintentional abandonment by family.
- Structured, monitored outlets for his creativity to steer it toward healthy expressions.
- Periodic re-evaluation to monitor for developing antisocial tendencies.

Dr. Lydia Cross
Child Psychologist
Chicago, Illinois