Salma Case Study
When it comes to the physical changes, Salma’s body has gained weight especially around her thighs and chest. Also, she is gotten taller, and physically developed more of a women shape than when she was 10 years old. Some of the behavior signs of incipient puberty of Salma I notice are Salma has shown an increased interest in boys, especially various "hottie" rock stars or actors. Salma quite often talks about what is “fair” and “not fair” as she is developing some moral principles. According to the report, it also states “Salma has a couple of friends over to spend the night and they get the bright idea of toilet papering a "friend's" house.” After long persuasion of the girls I agreed with their little prank of toilet papering a “friends” house and they did, but after coming back home, they did not sleep. Apparently, they went to also toilet paper a girl Salma fought with a while back without my notice. In addition, Salma is spending an abundance of time hanging out at the mall or movies with her close friends from school, or the neighborhood, and she needs some allowance money for these outings. I was more than glad to give her the extra money, for
…show more content…
According to an article I was reading resilient means “Resilient individuals are characterized by self-confidence, emotional stability, and a positive orientation toward others.” (Donnellan, Robins, 2010). Based on this information I definitely believe Salma is resilient, because she is self-confident and relaxed in social situations, she is a leader in the group of her friends, and is not pushy or overbearing. As far I have been observing I did not notice any changes since the preschool period. Salma consistently contributes to cooperative group activities and respects the rights and belongs of others, and has consistently appropriate social interaction with
According to an article I was reading resilient means “Resilient individuals are characterized by self-confidence, emotional stability, and a positive orientation toward others.” (Donnellan, Robins, 2010). Based on this information I definitely believe Salma is resilient, because she is self-confident and relaxed in social situations, she is a leader in the group of her friends, and is not pushy or overbearing. As far I have been observing I did not notice any changes since the preschool period. Salma consistently contributes to cooperative group activities and respects the rights and belongs of others, and has consistently appropriate social interaction with