Choose an issue that affects children in middle childhood or adolescence, such as bullying or eating disorders.

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In this assignment, you will explore an issue that affects development during middle childhood and adolescence. You will apply your knowledge of the topic and create a brochure to aid in understanding and treatment of the issue.

Resource: Brochure Builder  (If you cannot get the builder to work for you, the brochure template in Word is acceptable.)

Choose an issue that affects children in middle childhood or adolescence, such as bullying or eating disorders.

Create a 5-panel brochure for prevention and treatment of that issue targeted at the middle childhood or adolescent population.

Address the following:

  • Description of the issue
  • Statistics about the pervasiveness of this issue
  • How the issue affects physical, cognitive, and socioemotional development
  • Prevention strategies
  • Intervention strategies
  • Specific resources that provide additional information about this issue: names, contact information, and websites

Format your brochure consistent with APA guidelines.  (Citations and references WITHIN the brochure, in APA format, are required.)

Include a reference panel formatted according to APA guidelines. The reference panel should be the “back” panel of the brochure.  References cannot be listed on a separate document.

In an 8 page paper:Describe a case example of group behavior that resulted in a negative outcome (for example, hazing or bullying) in a community or social service setting. Explain the rationale for selecting this group and setting.Identify a minimum of two behavior models and theories that apply to the example and highlight the manner in which the setting influences the behavioral outcomes. Justify your chosen models and theories.Recommend specific effective behavioral strategies and services that can improve healthy functioning of the group.