MY HOMETOWN - Episode 3 - Brother's Keeper
MY HOMETOWN - (40x24 min) by Canadian Poet Jean Mercier
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24m
In this episode: • separating from a loved one • leaving home • dealing with change • drinking and driving
Older brother Dennis is now about to leave home for university. He gets a new car from Dad, and Thomas surprises him drinking with friends. Concerned for his safety, he decides to steal his car. Oh boy….
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
This program will enable students:
• to explore issues around siblings leaving home and the effects on family dynamics
• to reflect on the effects of personal and family changes
• to relate the effects of substance use and abuse to potential consequences.
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