Intergenerational and Cultural Conflict - Teen (#802)

This simulation was developed in collaboration with the IESW – Internationally Educated Social Workers Professional Bridging Program.

Option 1

Mira is becoming overwhelmed by the responsibilities of growing up and meeting the expectations of all those around her. Every choice she makes seems to be the wrong one. Her life is one big complicated mess.

Option 2

Milan is becoming overwhelmed by the responsibilities of growing up and meeting the expectations of all those around him. Every choice he makes seems to be the wrong one. His life is one big complicated mess.

• Listening skills 
• Responding to non-verbal cues
• Establishing rapport 
• Creating a safe environment

Option 1

The counsellors have noticed that Mira has been hanging out by the drop-in centre for the last few weeks watching everyone come and go. She seems sad and upset. Finally, a counsellor approaches Mira.

Option 2

The counsellors have noticed that this young man, Milan, has been hanging out by the drop-in centre for the last few weeks watching everyone come and go. He seems sad and upset. Finally, a counsellor approaches Milan.

Note: Mira and Milan can also make the decision to talk to someone and make an appointment.