Behavior at School
Josie Dawe, CPNP From the Desk of Josie Dawe, CPNP Behavior Concerns in the Classroom? It is that time of year when parents are meeting with teachers to discuss children's classroom behaviors. Variation in normal behavior and true behavioral problems is not always clear because "normal" depends upon the child's level of development, which can vary greatly among children of the same age. Additionally, children have individual variation of temperament, development and behavior. When Should Parents Seek Help? Your child's behavior impacts their social life. It is important for kids to have positive social interactions. If behavior problems are preventing your child from making or keeping friends it is important to seek help. Your child's behavior interferes with school. If your child is frequently removed from the classroom or has trouble getting work done due to behavior concerns, professional help may be needed. Your child's behavior is not developmentally...
