Question

All of the following are appropriate when making referrals for children and adolescents EXCEPT:

Answer 1

Answer:

(A) Insisting that adolescents participate in private, rather than family, counseling.

Explanation:

Sometimes, children and adolescents go through difficult times and may need to be referred to professionals who can help them deal better with what they're going through.

When referring children and adolescents, it is important to;

• Get the consent of their parents, especially for those not up to 18 years of age.

• Properly summarize the stories of the children to ensure that they do not have to retell and relive their traumatic experiences time after time.

• Interact with them in a positive way so in future, they trust and react well to care providers.

• Recommend follow up services to the family, to check how the child is adjusting.

Insisting that adolescents participate in private, rather than family, counseling is NOT a criteria when referring children and adolescents.