Part 1:

What feelings do family members often have when a child is identified with an exceptional need (remember to consider gifted children as well). What strategies can you use during your work with the family to advocate for their rights for services and support and for their sharing their feelings with each other? Provide examples from your experiences (of families that you know or have worked with in the past).

Part 2:

Why is it necessary for child development specialists to assist parents and children in identifying and accessing services? What client rights must you protect when discussing the case with members of other social service agencies? Explain reasons why families might not accept the assistance that agencies offer.