Suppose You Were Having a Conversation with a Friend Who

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Suppose you were having a conversation with a friend who says that her son and daughter are entirely different from one another. Her son likes to play in the dirt, play with trucks, and build elaborate towers out of blocks. Her daughter likes to play dress up, pretend she is feeding her dolls, and loves ballet. Your friend insists that she has always treated her two children exactly the same. Would you agree or disagree with your friend's analysis? Describe three things you would tell your friend and identify what theoretical perspective would be most informative in this conversation.

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Definitions:

Stressors

External pressures or events that cause stress, challenging an individual's ability to cope.

Mourning

is the process of experiencing and expressing grief after the loss of a loved one.

Grief

The affective response to bereavement that includes distress and an intense array of emotions such as hurt, anger, and guilt.

Unfinished Business

Emotional or psychological issues that have not been resolved, often impacting an individual's well-being.