Assignment 4: Contemporary Issues and
Resources
Assignment 4: Contemporary Issues and Resources
Minimum 2 full pages (cover or reference page not included)
APA norms
References not older than 5 years
Research the range of contemporary issues teenagers face todaychoose one issue (besides teen pregnancy)
1-Describe the contemporary issue and explain what external
stressors are associated with this issue.
2-Outline assessment strategies to screen for this issue and
external stressors during an assessment for an adolescent patient.
3-Describe what additional assessment questions you would
need to ask and define the ethical parameters regarding what you
can and cannot share with the parent or guardian.
4-Discuss support options for adolescents encountering external
stressors. Include specific support options for the contemporary
issue you presented.