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| “Connecting with Troubled Youth in the Classroom”
Insights for teachers and counselors of students with special needs by Dr Steve Parese (2010)
As educators of challenging youth, we are often called upon to respond to problems we find confusing, overwhelming, or upsetting. Faced with issues we do not fully understand, it can be easy to overreact with punitive consequences, and end up rejecting our most difficult students rather than correcting their inappropriate behaviors. However, when armed with deeper insights and greater skills, sensitive educators can make powerful breakthroughs and more effectively reach and teach the students who most need our help.
This article will briefly explain some of the self- defeating dynamics common to at-risk children and youth, then share a number of insights needed to remain professional and therapeutic in challenging classroom situations.
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| “When It Starts to Feel Personal”
by Dr. Steve Parese (2010)
This article first briefly explores four self-defeating dynamics common among troubled children and youth.
It then delves into specific personal reasons why each of these dynamics may be particularly challenging for helping adults to handle professionally.
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