Salend (2011)suggest That When Parents Are Going Through a Roller

question 5

Multiple Choice

Salend (2011) suggest that when parents are going through a roller coaster of emotions after finding out their child has a disability, teachers should do all of the following, EXCEPT:

• A)be honest with them.
• B)tell them you know exactly how they feel.
• C)show genuine caring and compassion.
• D)encourage them to obtain supportive services.

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Definitions:

Experience Dissonance

A psychological phenomenon where there is a conflict between one's beliefs and behaviors, often causing discomfort that leads to an attempt to reduce the inconsistency.

Induced Compliance

A psychological phenomenon where individuals change their attitudes or beliefs to align with their externally influenced behaviors, especially in situations causing cognitive dissonance.

Dissonance Reduction

A psychological process by which individuals reduce the discomfort (dissonance) caused by conflicting beliefs, values, or attitudes, often by changing or rationalizing them.

Counterattitudinal Behavior

Engaging in behavior that is inconsistent with one's beliefs, attitudes, or values.