Wesley and Cara have two children. They believe in maintaini…
Wesley and Cara have two children. They believe in maintaining firm control over their children, and provide disciplinary measures when necessary, but they also try to talk to their children as much as possible and explain the reasoning behind their actions. Their attitudes make their children willing to ask questions. Wesley believes it is important to be firm but never unreasonable with his children. This type of parenting style is what Baumrind referred to as what?
Read DetailsCaroline, a 53 year old woman, began to have slurred speech…
Caroline, a 53 year old woman, began to have slurred speech and difficulty walking. Although her friends believed that she was using illegal medications, this was not the case. As her condition worsened, Caroline began to have mood swings, depression and irritability. Later in the process, she had abnormal facial grimaces and body movements that appeared to be jerky and dance-like. After fifteen years of disability, Caroline became physically incapacitated and bed bound. Her mental capacity was so diminished that she was non-verbal and unresponsive. She died six months later in a nursing facility for persons with severe disability. Caroline likely died of what genetic condition?
Read DetailsMolly states that she just does not know what to do with Gin…
Molly states that she just does not know what to do with Ginny her infant daughter. “Ginny is just not what I expected. She is so quiet and shy. I am outgoing and love people, but she withdraws around everyone but me. She is so clingy and whiny. I hate to say this, but I really don’t like my own child!” Molly’s issue is explained by what construct?
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