Basic functions of a family.
Reproduction, children, upbringing, protection of the offspring, economical and social function, regulation of sexual activity, satisfaction of our natural emotional need for love, security and social integrity.
Advantages of working abroad
Life development stages
Prenatal development, Childhood (newborn, infant, toddler, preschool child, younger school age, puberty, adolescence), Adulthood, Old age
What is gerontology?
Study of the social, psychological, and biological aspects of aging
Definition of a drug
Substance that causes a change in an organism - can lead to addiction
Typical family structures
Nuclear family, Unwed couples, Extended family, Single parent family
Disadvantages of working abroad
Language barrier, Homesickness, More hours, Diseases, Different currency and rules
What is generation gap?
The difference in opinions, values, and attitudes between one generation and another.
Physical signs of ageing
Grey hair/Hair loss, Wrinkles, Joint pain, Worse movement/hearing/eye sight, Hunching
Why do some people start taking drugs?
For fun, Impact of their friends, Psychological problems, Form of escape, They're lost in themselves, Improving performance
Main problems of modern families
Divorce rate, Teen parents, Infertility, Social problems, Domestic violence, Abuse and neglect, Drug addiction
Typical Au-Pair Duties
Wake children in the morning, prepare breakfast and lunches, Help with homework, Drive them to school, Grocery shopping, Cleaning, Bathe the children, Babysitting
First 3 educational institutions
(Nursery school), Kindergarten, Elementary school - divided into primary and lower-secondary grade
Mental signs of ageing
Decline libido, Loneliness, Slower thinking, Memory loss
Dangers and consequences of taking drugs
Criminality (stealing, vandalism, murder)
Health problems (weight loss, heart problems, destroyed organs)
Social problems (Loss of work, family and friends)
Maternity leave in the US vs in the Czech Republic
US - 3/6 months
CR - 2/3 years
Age limit for Work and Travel (USA)
From 18 to 27-years-old (only for students)
Divide adulthood into 3 stages
Early adulthood (18-40)
Middle age (40-60)
Old age, retirement (65+)
How can we help?
Spent free time with them, Help with groceries/daily activities, Call them when we have time, Find hobbies - painting, music, books...
Old People's Home
Drug categories
Stimulants, Inhalants, Cannabinoids, Depressants, Opioids and Morphine derivates, Anabolic steroids, Hallucinogens, Prescription drugs
Family support
Child allowances, Lower taxes, Social housing, Benefits for mothers, Flexible working hours
What position can you get at Camp America?
Support staff - assistant jobs in the kitchen, laundry service, housekeeping...
Counsellor - managing a team of children
Physical changes (puberty)
Pubic hair, Change of voice, Growth spurts, Breasts growing, Changes in body shape, Menstruation
What is ageism?
Discrimination on the grounds of a person's age.
Help
Street workers - provide clean needles
Drop-in, K-centrun