A 17-year-old high school senior is resentful about caring for younger siblings so the parents can have a "date night" once every 2 weeks. The teen often "forgets" and schedules work or social activities that override the parents' plans
The parents are angry that the teen is so indifferent to their needs. What action by the family indicates that goals for the diagnosis of impaired family processes have been met?
A.
Parents and teen mutually plan date nights in advance.
B.
Parents consistently discipline teen for "forgetting."
C.
Teen acknowledges "forgetting" date night on purpose.
D.
Teen expresses feelings about being made to babysit.
ANS: A
All the outcomes show some positive resolution, but the most optimal response is the parents and teen jointly planning the parents' nights out. This shows collaboration, communication, and mutual respect. In the end, everyone's needs are taken into consideration, and the teen will be more willing to adapt the current role to include watching the siblings. Consistent consequences delivered without anger is a hallmark of healthy discipline. The teen is taking responsibility when he or she acknowledges that the forgetting occurs on purpose. The lines of communication are open when the teen is allowed to verbalize feelings.
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