Mental heath practitioners can play an important role in helping youth develop resiliency. Some strategies include being able to: Identify the youth’s assets. Identify the family’s assets. Role-model positive behavior. Encourage learning and participation in extracurricular activities. Encourage the youth to explore and identify his or her values and beliefs. Teach communication skills, problem-solving skills, [...]
Posts from ‘December, 2009’
Bullying and the Law
Is it against the law to bully? What are the rights and responsibilities of schools, parents, and students when it comes to providing a safe environment for learning? What are a school’s obligations when a student has confided in a counselor about a bullying incident? What are a school’s legal obligations when a student says [...]