Which approach is the best way to support Alyssa and why?
Prompt
For each of the following scenarios, write at least 150 words in response. Your short answer response must also include 1 IWG citation.
1. Alyssa’s husband has passed away. As a result of this tragedy, she is suffering from acute social anxiety. She stays in her house all day by herself. The only place she went after her husband’s death was his funeral. Months later, shockingly, you see her at the grocery store. Which approach is the best way to support Alyssa and why?
2. Your best friend, Brandon, has recently lost his job. Coincidentally, two weeks ago, you also lost your job and quickly found another job. Brandon comes to you for advice because he found out about your situation through a mutual friend. What is the best way to support Brandon and why should you take this approach?
3. As a young child, Kara’s parents abused her. After being adopted at the age of 6, she was quickly found to be suffering from moderate to severe depression. Kara is now a student in your second-grade class. She hardly ever speaks and has lots of trust issues. How can you help Kara’s situation and why should you take this approach?
4. Sean has been diagnosed with moderate Schizophrenia. In an effort to improve his ability to socialize appropriately, he and a group of other schizophrenics are invited to your workplace for one week to work on this skill as part of their rehabilitation. At lunch, surprisingly, Sean asks to sit with you. What should you say to support Sean and why should you take this approach?
Please proceed to the remaining item for week three when you are ready:
