Lifespan - Exam 2 (Crisis)

Used for grad class in Lifespan and Development. Crisis counseling.

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Crisis
Intense time of distress, normal skills not adequate
Trauma
Longer-term crisis, no balance of stressors and resources
Aggression
Actions taken to inflict harm (verbal, physical, relational)
Relational Aggression
Harm within the context of a social group, destroy social relations with current social context
Microagression
Aggressive acts against minorities, not violent but built up over time (racism, sexism)
Violence
Intent to cause harm, act out feelings of anger shame and humiliation
Steps to violence
1. humiliation, disconnection2. self-consciousness3. destructive behaviors, ineffective boundaries
Warning signs of violence
Rejection, history as victim, disciplinary problems, fear of ridicule, academic problems, portrayal of violence in artwork, serious threats, intolerance, gang membership, substance abuse, access to weapon
Child Abuse
Harm to an individual under 18 caused by either explitation, neglect, physical, sexual, or emotional abuse
Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA)
Added caregiver lack of action to combat and prevent possible or actual harm
Neglect
Not taking care of a childs needs either physically, medically, educationally, or emotionally, applies to families who are financially able to provide
Physical abuse
Causing injury and harm to a child
Sexual abuse
Any sexual activity with a child even with no direct touching
Sexual Exploitation
Forcing a child into prostitution or pornography
Stats of Abuse
55% less than 8 years old80% of abusers are parents