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What are the disadvantages to careers in child development?

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Bella’s Answer

I would say that most overlook the not so rosy sides of careers in child development. I personally do not work in child development but knew a few schoolmates that stopped pursuing the path. If you choose to pursue a career that helps children in need, it is highly likely that these children have gone through a traumatic event or are still in a toxic environment that has hindered their development. This may impact you deeply as a young professional who instinctively tries to emphasizes with your clients. Depending on the age group, you may need to work with the children's parents and they themselves may have issues that they have not worked out that has negatively impacted their child. For example, I had a friend that decided against pursuing a career in Child Protection Services after meeting a parent that was abusive to his child. It is very important to separate your client's problems from your own and know that you need to set up boundaries (both physical and emotional). That said, it is a very fulfilling and meaningful career choice where you can see your effort have real-time impact on those in need. Every career choice has its disadvantages, it is important to pick one that aligns with your boundaries and capacity.
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Katy’s Answer

I think that ultimately depends on the career you choose and what you do in your day to day. The biggest disadvantage I could identify would be the nature in which you could be working with these children. Perhaps they went through a traumatic event, or are going through one and you are there to support that through that. Or perhaps you have a child with severe disabilities and you are working closely with their family on navigating some of the challenges associated with it. I think anytime you have to work with child in a not so positive light, it can make it more challenging.
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