HALLIE, A SIXTH GRADER, COMES IN CRYING, SAYING THAT HER FRIEND HA...

30. Hallie, a sixth grader, comes in crying, saying that her friend has told her that she thinks she

should tell you about how her mom has been treating her. Hallie reports that her mom makes her

dress like Barbie and then shows her off to her boyfriends. Which of the following actions, on your

part, would not be appropriate?

A. Be sure to say nothing that could be construed as negative about the mother.

B. Comment that this is not Hallie’s fault and offer to help her defend herself with her mother.

C. Ask several questions to elaborate and to clarify sufficient details about what has occurred.

D. Take notes on the information you are being told.