Language

Positive Reframing

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What is another way to say: Foster Kid

Child in foster care/ Youth in foster care

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What is another way to say:  They are lazy

They don't know where to start

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What is another way to say: Some people are just mean

Some people need more social skills

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Instead of: I'm not likeable

I am worthy of respect and kindness

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Instead of: others are more successful

My experience is unique

Word Choice

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Instead of Client

Youth

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Instead of: Blame

Acceptance, Compassion or understanding

3

Instead of: History of illness

Lived experience

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Instead of: Failure

Growth Opportunity

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Instead of: out of control

Disregulated

Acronyms

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What does CAMHD Stand for

Child and Adolescent Mental Health Division

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What does EPIC Stand for

Effective Planning and Innovative Communication

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What does CWS stand for? 

Child Welfare Services

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What does WRAP stand for?

Wellness Recovery Action Plan

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What is YPS

Youth Peer Support

Reframe This!

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Youth says "I think sleep is more important than school"

It sounds like you prioritize your rest as a form of self-care

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Youth says "I think this is dumb"

I'm hearing that you are using your self-advocacy tools, thank you for telling me!

3

Youth Says "I don't like it at home"

I hear there may be some things that make you feel uncomfortable there...

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Youth says "People don't like me"

I'm hearing that you may be feeling lonely

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Youth Says "I hate myself and my life"

Thank you for being vulnerable.  I'm hearing that there might be something going on that is making you feel like that, do you want to talk about it?