Interpretive Exercise Alex Was a Typically Developing 13 Year Old When He

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Interpretive Exercise
Alex was a typically developing 13 year old when he was involved in a serious car accident resulting in traumatic brain injury.Prior to the accident,he enjoyed school: his grades were at or above average and he had many friends who thought of him as talkative and funny.By the time Alex returned to school,his visible injuries had healed.Alex's friends said that he looked like Alex,but no longer seemed like Alex.They were especially disturbed by his tendency to physically lash out at them and exhibit tantrums when expected to work.
-Write a description of Alex following his return to school.Describe three specific examples of his behaviour and tell how his teachers,and others working with him,can help improve his behaviour and learning.

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Definitions:

Couples and Family Therapists

Professionals who specialize in treating emotional, psychological, and interpersonal issues within relationships and family systems.

Family System

A concept in psychology that understands family dynamics and relationships as an interconnected system, where each member's behavior affects the whole.

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The process of clearly conveying information and understanding between individuals or groups through speaking, writing, or other mediums.

Personal Growth

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