Response 1

Two important factors to consider when preparing to talk with Seamus about his concerns are the potential reactions of his family and peers, as well as any previous struggle that Seamus has had with depression/anxiety or any other health matters (Ryan, 2010). I would want to know if Seamus has ever dealt with suicidal ideation or tendencies, which would drastically alter the treatment plan and necessitate more support for Seamus (Laureate Education, 2014c).  Another important factor is how Seamus anticipates his family finding out which may cause additional stress and anxiety (Ryan, 2010).

One factor Seamus should consider before approaching his family is to know how accepting or rejecting his family is, which sometimes has a lot to do with religious beliefs (Ryan, 2010). It would be helpful for Seamus to create a support network in order to deal with his family once he has told them, as sometimes families can make things a lot more difficult and have negative life outcomes for children that are in the LBTQ community and do not have the support from their families (Ryan, 2010). The support group can either be family or friends, though studies have proven that extended members of families like cousins and uncles can also create a super supportive atmosphere which benefit the LBTQ teen (Ryan, 2010).

One strategy to reduce risk or bolster Seamus’ resilience in the face of possible negative consequences of his family would be to get a therapist for Seamus that he would see regularly (Laureate Education, 2014c). It would also be helpful to consult with an MFT in order to help the family cope with the news and learn to accept their child with this new information (Laureate Education, 2014c).

References

Laureate Education (Producer.) (2014c). Coming out stories [Video file]. Baltimore, MD: Author.

Ryan, C. (2010). Engaging families to support lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth: The family acceptance project. Prevention Researcher, 17(4), 11–13.
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Response 2

Explain at least two important factors that you would consider when preparing to talk with Seamus about his concerns.

A factor that I would consider when preparing to speak with Seamus about his concerns is to help assure him that his sexual preference is absolutely fine. I would want him to be self confident and not change his sexual preference based on what his peers perceive him as.  Another factor to be considered is to develop an understanding of homosexual males and the criticism that they receive on the daily. According to Roof (1992), science has scrutinized the homosexuality of males “objectively”, which in return has produced evidence that revitalizes hackneyed beliefs in the “essentially” non-masculine nature of gay men.

Then explain at least one factor Seamus should consider before approaching his family.

One factor that Seamus should consider before approaching his family is realize that his family may or may not accept his sexual preference. There are traditional family values that effect the “coming out” process of gay male adolescents. During the coming out process, there are different stages that a person may experience. Those stages are sensitization, awareness with confusion, denial. guilt, shame, and acceptance. According to Newman & Muzzonigro (1993), majority of male adolescents admitted to feeling confused when they first became aware that they are gay. The families of adolescents possess traditional family values in regards to an emphasis on marriage, the importance of religion, the significance of having children, and also determined by if English was spoken in their home (Newman & Muzzonigro, 1993). A child is more likely to be unaccepted by their family if the family has strong traditional values, compared to those families that do not. Because an adolescent may experience a lot of disapproval and criticism, it is important for them to have a strong support system, which considers of their peers, families, and those a part of the gay community (Newman & Muzzonigro, 1993).

Finally, explain at least one strategy to reduce risk or to bolster Seamus’ resilience in the face of possible negative consequences with his family.

One strategy that can be used to reduce Seamus’ risk in case of facing negative consequences is to seek resources that focuses on adolescent sexual orientation, along with support groups to assist them. Support groups are in place to address any issues that gay adolescents may experience inside and outside of their home. Support groups are also developed to connect people who have similar experiences and provides opportunities for people to share how they handle situations (Mayo Clinic, 2018)

References:

Roof, J. (1992). Hypothalamic Criticism: Gay Male Studies and Male Feminist Criticism. American Literary History, 4(2), 355-364. Retrieved from http://www.jstor.org/stable/489995

Newman, B. S., & Muzzonigro, P. G. (1993). The effects of traditional family values on the coming out process of gay male adolescents.  Adolescence, 28(109), 213-226. 

 Support groups: Make connections, get help. (2018). Retrieved from https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/support-groups/art-20044655

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Mr. Boyle is a 55-year-old high school principal who has come in for an assessment. He reports that this is due to his wifeâ€s concern after he had a heated interaction with the school board recently. This interaction has put his job as a principal in jeopardy. Mr. Boyle reports that his wife states that their marriage is unbearable due to Mr. Boyleâ€s difficulty in getting along with others, and that if it does not improve, she will have to leave him. During the interview Mr. Boyle states that although he has always been a suspicious person, this has lately increased. Despite this admission, he goes on to explain that he believes members of the school board are conspiring with some of the faculty at his school and bitter parents of former students to have him removed from his position as principal. He reports that 1 of the school board administrators recently shared with Mr. Boyle that since his appointment as principal 2 years ago, he has been driving everyone “nuts” because he is too structured. Mr. Boyle reports that he has been doing the best job he can and that he believes this statement stems from jealousy, as the board memberâ€s friend also wanted the principal position. When questioned in more detail, Mr. Boyle shares that he may be overreacting and that he may be at fault for some of these issues. However, he reports that he spends a significant amount of time thinking about how he is being mistreated by the school board. He admits that this is causing him to not perform as well as he could at work.

When Mr. Boyleâ€s wife is questioned separately, she reports that Mr. Boyle has always had a difficult time making friends and trusting in others. She reports that recently he has become more irritable and argumentative with her, his friends, and the faculty at his school. She shared that the recent fight with the school board was over Mr. Boyleâ€s insistence that he had been passed over for an adequate yearly raise. Although the school board explained to Mr. Boyle that the all of the principals†yearly raises had been reduced this year due to budget cuts, he insisted on presenting his case to the school board. She reports that after he was still refused the raise he has been sullen, has told her he feels helpless and hopeless, and has lost interest in most of the things that previously interested him. She reports that this began the same week he was refused the raise.

Mr. Boyleâ€s 2 children are also interviewed—a boy, 15 years old, and a girl, 17 years old. They both report that Mr. Boyle is very strict and runs the household like a drill sergeant. He monitors every expense, where they go, and who they are with. Mr. Boyleâ€s daughter even reports that he will check her gas gauge in her car to see if the gas used matches the distance she told him she went. She believes he is just a “penny-pincher.”

When asked to describe himself, Mr. Boyle says he is very proud of the fact that he is a person who cannot be taken advantage of, as he can spot a con from a mile away. He reports that he came from a very poor family and worked his way to where he is today. He reports that although he had to endure a lot of adverse situations and jealous people, he has made his way to the top on his own abilities.

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