What is the compelling justification for mental health professionals, especially those working with children and adolescents, to utilize current information about the brain?
NOW, respond to ONE of the following case scenarios, considering what you have read about the brain and it's importance in overall functioning:
A. What would you tell the parent of an 8 yr. old, referred by her teacher for inattentiveness and daydreaming in class? This child has a history of early trauma due to abuse and neglect.
OR B. The parent of a 15 yr. old with history of concussions from playing competitive sports since age 7 who has been referred for problems of poor anger control and fighting at school?
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