Identify the challenges of the student, family, or individual client may be experiencing based on your own area of specialty. Identify any psychosocial conflicts that may be present and the transitions related to middle childhood that may be considered. Identify specific ways of helping the student, family, or individual client from your professional perspective.
Tracy, 10-Year Old Student
Tracy is a 10-year old student who is heavily influenced by his parents regarding his academic activities. The pressure that he is receiving at home has made him withdraw from all pleasurable activities at school including his passion for writing, arithmetic, and friends. He was once an A student but now is maintaining a C average. He has disengaged from regular activities and sits alone when he is not required to participate in group activities. It is known that the family has had some major stressors last year that has resulted in Tracy's parents contemplating divorce.