What strategies might a teacher use in working with Haley?
What will be an ideal response?
In addition to seeking professional help for Haley (regarding both her poor sense of self and her unusual fear of men), a teacher might:
• Tell Haley in advance when an unfamiliar man will be visiting the classroom, and explain who the man is and why he will be visiting.
• Help Haley discover qualities about herself that are not true of her sister. Ideally some of these qualities should reflect ways in which she surpasses her sister.
• Encourage Haley's mother to identify ways in which Haley is different from (and in some instances better than) Heidi. Remind Mom that all children have their own unique characteristics and strengths, and discourage Mom from using Heidi as a standard of perfection toward which Haley must strive. Suggest that Haley can more easily form a view of herself as a unique person if she and Heidi dress differently each day.
• Explain that everyone in the classroom deserves to be treated with kindness and respect. Teach Haley strategies for responding productively to acts of aggression against her.
• Actively work to help Haley forge new friendships (e.g., suggest that Mom arrange for short play dates at home). In the meantime, minimize opportunities for her to work or play with Meredith until such time as Meredith is able to treat her as an equal.
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