How can a psychologist ensure a struggling adolescent receives the best possible treatment?
2. What is your first answer? (In complete thesis statement format)
A psychologist can ensure an adolescent receives the best possible treatment through group therapy.
3. What is your second answer? (In complete thesis statement format)
A psychologist can ensure an adolescent receives the best possible treatment through family involvement.
4. List three reasons your answer is true with a real-world application for each.
-Jasmine has not been feeling great the past few years. In fact, a few months ago she attempted to commit suicide. Jasmine has been receiving therapy since then, which has helped out. However, her family has been very loving and caring towards her, and they make sure they know what is going on in her life. Jasmine has started to heal a lot faster once her family got involved.
-Robby has had many struggles with anxiety. He began seeking therapy, but his parents don't know too much about it. His parents are home most of the time, but they don't acknowledge him as much as they should. This makes Robby feel alone sometimes, making his healing process go at a slow pace.
-Scarlett has had extreme self esteem problems. She always feels like she needs to look skinny in order to be beautiful. Scarlett has made herself throw up, or she just won't eat. Scarlett's sister found her passed out on the restroom floor one day. After Scarlett received help, her sister made sure to always be there to make sure she is getting nutrients in her body, as well as remind her of how much of a strong beautiful woman she is. This has helped build Scarlett's self-esteem.
5. What printed source best supports your answer?
https://aifs.gov.au/cfca/publications/what-works-adolescents-family-connections-and-involvem#involvement
6. What other source supports your answer?
http://www.teenrevitalization.com/about-troubled-teen-programs/article-troubled-teen-center-family-involvement.html
http://www.familyfacts.org/briefs/40/parental-involvement-and-childrens-well-being
7. Tie this together with a concluding thought.
Family involvement is a major role when dealing with struggling teens. The family needs to know what is going on in this teens life so that they can better help them. If a teen needs medication, the family should be there to make sure they're taking it; if a teen needs time to get out the house, the family should be there to provide family outings. With family involvement, the teen won't feel as alone, and the healing process will be much quicker.
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