Week work 1. Unfortunately, not every child who needs treatment receives it. Wh

Week work 1.
Unfortunately, not every child who needs treatment receives it. What do you think are some barriers to receiving treatment? In other words, what are some of the obstacles getting in the way of families hoping to pursue treatment for their child. How can we fix that? One common dilemma faced by child psychologists is determining who the “client” is. Given that children are typically brought to treatment by their parents, how would you handle a child who confides in you some illicit behavior and asks you not to tell his or her parents?
2. Create your initial post and response post on the DQ 2 Discussion Board. There are two options for this discussion question, and you may choose to respond to either one. Option A: The “timing” of puberty can have a significant impact upon the social and emotional well-being of an adolescent, and individuals who mature earlier or later than the typical person can sometimes have a more difficult adjustment in numerous ways. One of the major reasons for this is likely to be social/cultural expectations: if individuals appear physically “mature”, they might be expected to have behaviors and roles that match their physical appearance, and this could exert pressure upon a person in a variety of ways. Similarly, if a person is maturing “later” than their peers, they might be consigned to a more “childlike” role in their family or social group as a result of their appearance.
Considering the society at large, what kind of changes might need to be made in order to make the physical stage of puberty less stressful for people? For example, think of the media pressures for both males and females to attain some type of “ideal” body shape? How does that exert pressure on adolescents at different stages of maturity, and how could that change – and IS it actually changing in some way? How might families and peers be educated as to different rates of maturation, and how could we encourage a greater acceptance of the diversity of maturation, so that being “early” or “late” in one’s development doesn’t potentially have a lasting negative impact?
Option B: The talk by Dr. Norman Spack provides an excellent example of a health/medical professional who has done pioneering work with transgender adolescents. As our society becomes more aware of the broad spectrum of gender identity, it becomes clear that we still have a significant way to go in terms of acceptance, understanding, and support for transgender and gender non-conforming individuals. Say you are planning to be a professional who will be working with adolescents in some fashion (perhaps as an educator, clinician, or human services professional). What are some ways in your OWN professional life that you can think of in which you can encourage greater acceptance and inclusivity for individuals with any/all type of gender expression? What might need to change in our culture in order to allow for this type of freedom for all persons?
As with all discussion questions, there is no one “right” answer; and everyone’s observations and experiences will differ and are valued. However, make sure that you utilize proper terms when referring to the research you discuss. Post your thoughts on the discussion board, and make sure to return and read/respond to the comments made by your classmates.