2.1. MARCO TEÓRICO
2.1.2. Fundamentación teórica de los derechos subjetivos de la personalidad
2.1.2.8. Corrientes jurídicas de los derechos subjetivos de la personalidad
Directions: Katie writes an advice column for teens. Many of the letters she receives are from teens whose families are experiencing changes in structure or circumstance. Read the following letters. Then, on the lines following each letter, write the advice that you think Katie should provide.
1. Dear Katie: My parents are getting a divorce. They’ve been fighting a lot and have been arguing over custody of my sister and me. Sometimes I feel like I’m a big reason they’re getting divorced. All of this has really stressed me out. What should I do?
Advice:
2. Dear Katie: My dad died a few months ago. I miss him a lot. I talk to my friends about it and they try to be there for me, but I don’t think they completely understand how I feel. It’s getting really hard for me to cope. I need some help.
Advice:
3. Dear Katie: My family has been experiencing some financial problems. My mom lost her job, and that makes it difficult for us just to pay our bills, much less to buy the extras we sometimes want. Mom has been upset, and she and I fight a lot. I want to know what I can do to change things.
Advice:
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Advice will vary, but students might stress to the writer that he or she has no control over the parents’ relationship and that a divorce is not the fault of the children. Students might suggest that the writer communicate his or her feelings about the divorce to the parents or, perhaps, to the school counselor. Students might also suggest that the writer join a support group for children of divorce.
Advice will vary, but students might suggest that the writer join a support group to share feelings with people who have also experienced loss. Students might also suggest that the writer seek out a grief counselor or other mental health care professional. Sharing memories and feelings about the lost loved one with family or friends is also a good suggestion.
Advice will vary, but students might suggest that the writer talk openly and honestly with his or her mother. The writer could also get a part-time job to help pay for some of his or her own needs or to contribute to the family finances. Students might also suggest that the writer take on more respon- sibilities around the house.
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Note Taking
Chapter 7 Family Relationships
Lesson 3 Strengthening Family Relationships
Directions: Use the following outline to help organize your notes as you read through the lesson.Key Concept
New and Academic Vocabulary abuse domestic violence spousal abuse child abuse neglect elder abuse crisis center
Food for Thought As you read this lesson, think about the various types of abuse that can occur within the family unit. After you have finished reading the lesson carefully, write a sentence naming some places an individual or family could seek help for family problems.
Unscramble each vocabulary term. Then write the definition of each term. 1. rcsisi rceetn 2. eabsu 3. cdiotmse evcinoel 4. tnceegl 5. lsapsou easbu 6. eusba dlchi 7. reeld eabus
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Sample answer: Families or individuals seeking help may benefit from a crisis center, a public or private agency, or social services.
crisis center—a facility that offers advice and support to people dealing with personal emergencies
abuse—the physical, mental, emotional, or sexual mistreatment of one person by another
domestic violence—acts of violence involving family members
neglect—the failure to provide for a child’s basic needs
spousal abuse—domestic violence or any other form of abuse directed at a spouse
elder abuse—the abuse or neglect of older family members child abuse—domestic abuse directed at a child
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Violence in Families
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List and describe three types of domestic violence.
Explain some of the physical and emotional effects of abuse.
Identify three important steps in stopping domestic abuse.
Describe some common family issues that can be dealt with through counseling.
Describe how a support group can be helpful to an individual suffering from personal or family problems.
List some of the various types of help offered to individuals and families by community services and public agencies.
Type of Violence Description
Spousal abuse Child abuse Elder abuse
Domestic violence or any other type of abuse directed at a spouse
Domestic abuse directed at children The abuse or neglect of older family members
Counseling can help families deal with changes such as separation or divorce. Counseling can also help when family members are struggling with anger, depression, or substance abuse.
People might turn to a crisis center to help them get through problems such as substance abuse or domestic violence. Public or private agencies may offer classes on parenting and conflict resolution. Social services can help families in need get food, clothing, shelter, and medical care. Public agencies can also help adults find a job or receive job training.
Victims of abuse may suffer from physical injuries such as bruises, burns, or broken bones. Emotional effects include feelings of shame, worthlessness, depression, and anxiety.
recognizing the problem, resisting the abuser, reporting the abuse
Individuals can discuss their problems and get advice from others in the same situation. Support groups can help many people just by reassur- ing them that they are not alone.
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