JJ’s transition into adulthood

Transitioning into Maturity

Transitioning into maturity has always been a concern for most parents and guardians, particularly in situations when the children have certain difficulties. JJ’s transition into adulthood is now a troubling instance. Fears associated with entering adulthood include the chance of obtaining and retaining employment. Many parents have had a favorable or negative impact on their children’s transition to maturity, while others have refused to let their children to begin their lives, citing incapability. German psychologist Stanley Hall claimed that the stage has different demands and feelings and that it is a turbulent and stressful time. The confusion and stress that hangs over the transition to adulthood in JJ’s case can be related to this comprehension.

The Role of Guardians

The guardians, however, have intentionally not allowed their son to think independently as an adult terming him not able to succeed. It not right for them to think he will be a subject of ridicule and criticism from the public. I do not agree with them since JJ’s has finished 4th grade and attended both job training and vocational education classes. In addition to this, he is verbal, ambulatory, and therefore able to communicate effectively on issues affecting himself.

Responsibility of Guardians

The guardians have the responsibility of training and exposing him to adulthood and self-independency irrespective of criticism. I feel that before he fails, he should be given an opportunity to try to be independent because just like anybody else he has abilities that can help him. According to the law, I propose he is allowed to make an opinion about his adulthood transition choice. He should be exposed to an IEP program to guide him and guardians on a transitional plan. According to IDEA, every child should be able to know his strength and weaknesses before going into adulthood.