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The article discusses the author's experience attending a conference on child and youth care practice. The author had previously read books and articles on the subject, but found that their experiences in a group home for boys did not align with what they had learned. The staff team was divided on how to handle behaviors, with some focusing on building relationships and others advocating for more consequences. The author realized that there are no simple answers to complex problems and that becoming a competent practitioner requires diving into challenging situations. The article emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries, developing healthy relationships with young people, and actively working on personal growth. [Extracted from the article] |