Hello, Dr. Headly
When dealing with an infant, I believe the parents’ role is crucial because the infant is totally dependent. Oliva could not control anything concerning her; therefore her mother is solely responsible for her well-being. This may be the cause of her guilt and feelings of failure. Our Communication with parents will be more helpful and compassionate if we understand, as Vygotsky pointed out, that our own ideas and values are mediated by the culture in which we live (Broderick & Blewitt, 2015). I realize when helping this family come up with developing a treatment plan that culture will be essential. In looking at the contrasting cultural models of parent child relation, I believe that communication and parents helping children
When dealing with an infant, I believe the parents’ role is crucial because the infant is totally dependent. Oliva could not control anything concerning her; therefore her mother is solely responsible for her well-being. This may be the cause of her guilt and feelings of failure. Our Communication with parents will be more helpful and compassionate if we understand, as Vygotsky pointed out, that our own ideas and values are mediated by the culture in which we live (Broderick & Blewitt, 2015). I realize when helping this family come up with developing a treatment plan that culture will be essential. In looking at the contrasting cultural models of parent child relation, I believe that communication and parents helping children