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Family Centered
Resiliency
Complex Families
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Describe Family Centered
Positive and pro-active Offered in response to an indicated need Support provides choices and decisions Culturally-sensitive Receiver of support feels comfortable…they feel the warmth…encouragement…
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What is resiliency?
The ability to cope with adversity, to “persevere” and to adapt to change; expected or unexpected. Assists in the ability as an individual or family to cope with stressful events It’s dynamic…always changing and evolving.
100
Why do we strive to support the sibling relationship?
Play partners Most enduring relationship
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How can you promote healthy sleep?
Limit electronics 1.5 hrs. before bed Limit caffience Exercise in AM No tv in room! No large meals before bed Don't work in bed Make your own bed!
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What are components of Family Centered?
Social systems perspective Family centered rather than child-centered Family identifies the needs…the goals… Promotion of abilities, rather than “treatment” Family identified strengths…what are we really good at? Family identified needs…what does OUR family need/have as a priority? Reliance on informal supports Enhance competency rather than increase dependency
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What are risk factors? Give an example.
“Potential to cause difficulty…short or long-term” May limit growth or development
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What are some potential challenges faced by grandparents raising grandchildren?
Financial Loss of friendships Health/Stress Impact on parent-child relationship Isolation
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In a divorce, what factors will influence a child's adjustment?
Parent conflict: pre and post divorce Number of changes after divorce: father gone, mum back to work, new home, loss of school/friendships, and extended family Economics: employment, child support payments (conflict?)
300
What is a need? How is it identified?
An individual’s judgment of the discrepancy between an actual state or condition and what is considered “normative” The perception of need is from the help seeker’s perspective (family/ child), not the help giver’s (teacher/ professional)
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What are protective factors?
Are both intrinsic and extrinsic Intrinsic… found within a person. May include personality, temperament and abilities. Extrinsic…in the environment around a person. May include quality childcare, a support system and appropriate housing.
300
What is the positive stress respose?
is a normal and essential part of healthy development Brief increases in heart rate and mild elevations in hormone levels (cortisol).
300
How might you as an ECE professional support a family experiencing divorce?
Maintain consistency at the child care center, program or school Non-judgmental listening Provide developmentally-appropriate information to the child…or, better yet, ask the parents what information they would like reinforced for their child about the separation/divorce Self-expression play; drama, play dough, writing, drawing, physical play Be respectful… but be aware of your scope of practice (you are not a mediator!) Establish clear boundaries with both parents Resources/referrals can be provided Helping the parents to understand the child’s reactions; repetitive questioning, acting out the divorce, increased crying/tantrums, regression in skills
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What are some characteristics of a healthy family?
Commitment (promote each other’s welfare, invest time/energy in group) Appreciation (support & encourage) Effective Communication (talk & listen to each other, express ideas & emotions) Spending Time Together (joint family times; meals, rec, chores) Shared Value System (base actions on shared value system) Coping with Stress (aware of stressors & work to cope with stressors) Balancing of Needs (find ways to balance needs/time spent with members)
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Give five protective factors for a family or child.
Trusting relationship Available person/caring adult Ability to seek out help/assistance Sense of being needed Warm, secure family relationships Positive outlook Predictable environments; home, childcare program, school Coping strategies Sense of control
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What is a "tolerable stress respose"?
activates the body’s alert systems to a greater degree Result of more severe, longer-lasting difficulties (E.x. loss of a loved one, a natural disaster, or a frightening injury)
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What are three guidelines for supporting a family grieving a death?
Listen carefully; try to understand. Avoid being over-protective (i.e. death of a pet) Avoid euphemisms Support attendance at funeral, cultural/traditional ceremonies Be aware of short grief span; this is not denial Be aware of hidden fears (People die in hospitals) Developmentally-appropriate information (check with parents too!) Avoid pressuring children to share feelings Provide expressive play opportunities Avoid imposing your own beliefs about death on children; ask the family what their beliefs, practices and traditions are! There are no time limits on grief and mourning…time and patience. Find ways to build in flexibility or reduce even the small demands.
500
What is the ecological view of "family"?
Relationships & interactions affect development Consists of the microsystem, mesosystem, exosystem, macrosystem Each system influences the other Holistic approach to viewing the child Promote well-being by addressing many layers
500
How can an ECE professional promote resiliency?
Relationship Model coping behaviours Teach to express emotions and feelings Differentiate between reality and fantasy Positive role-model Promote confidence in selves by supporting others Give responsibilities Give choices
500
What is toxic stress?
Occurs when a child experiences strong, frequent, and/or prolonged adversity Can disrupt the development of brain architecture and other organ systems, and increase the risk for stress-related disease and cognitive impairment
500
What stages might a parent go through when learning their child has a special need?
Shock… prepared or caught unaware? Guilt & Shame… someone’s fault..should have..could have… Emotional Upheaval… range of emotions from denial, confusion, anxiety, guilt, rage Adaptation & Reorganization..acceptance and planning