Assignment Scenario Summary
Assignment Scenario Summary
In this assignment, you will gain a better understanding of the effects of a parent’s behavior on his or her child’s development. You also explore developmental milestones to be accomplished, as well as how parents’ behavior can affect them. Assignment Scenario Summary
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Use the table that is provided in the assignment (upload and save it to your computer). Then pull the elements out of the scenario that fit in each section. Content within the table should be a minimum of one paragraph (4-6 sentences), and in full sentences. Corroborate the details that you are putting in the table with cited support from the textbook (full citations). Because you will have citations within the table, you will also need to have an appropriate reference page with the reference for the textbook in APA format (see the APA PowerPoint in Week 1 for help with this).
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Week 2 Scenario
Leslie was 19 years old, working evening hours at a restaurant and living with her boyfriend, when she learned she was pregnant. As the pregnancy progressed, Leslie had difficulty managing the late hours at work and eventually quit. Thereafter, she became increasingly isolated and suffered from episodes of severe depression. She did not seek any prenatal care. Money was extremely tight, and the mainstay of her diet was inexpensive fast food. She occasionally drank alcohol to escape the stress of her situation.
Alexandra was born 3 weeks premature, weighing only 5 lbs., 6 oz., but otherwise, she appeared healthy. Leslie was nervous about caring for the baby and quickly found the demands of childcare overwhelming. Because she wanted her boyfriend to help with feeding, she chose not to breastfeed the baby.
The stress of their situation took a toll on the couple’s relationship, and they argued constantly. Leslie’s depression worsened, and she became increasingly withdrawn. She had little energy for Alexandra, who was often left in her crib for long periods during the day. Alexandra suffered from frequent ear infections and colds. She was fussy and slept poorly. Exhausted herself, Leslie often dozed with headphones on to drown out the baby’s cries.
When Alexandra was 2 months old, Leslie realized she needed help and moved back home with her parents. Her mother willingly helped care for Alexandra and established a close bond with her. The family settled into a stable routine, which greatly reduced Leslie’s stress level and provided Alexandra with consistent care and attention. At her parents’ urging, Leslie sought treatment for her depression. As her mood improved, she took on a more active interest in her daughter. She began taking Alexandra for regular check-ups to track her health and development.
At age 3, Alexandra was enrolled in a high-quality preschool program. She quickly adapted to this routine and enjoyed participating in many different activities. Although she often had problems paying attention and following directions, she was generally happy, friendly, and compliant. Leslie participated in parent-education activities at the school on topics such as child-rearing styles, effective discipline, age-appropriate play, and healthy nutrition.
Alexandra continued in the preschool program until she was 5 years old, at which point she made the transition to kindergarten. She lagged behind classmates in acquiring early literacy skills but did well in all other areas. She was especially fond of make-believe and storytelling activities.
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