Student is unable to initiate interactions in an indirect manner. Student uses body language and movement to communicate positive and compatible feelings. Student is not adept at using non-verbal cues, e.g., is unaware that his body language communicates negative messages to others. Student is able to maintain a balanced level of control in a social interaction or relationship, e.g., is neither too passive nor too aggressive. Student is either too passive, or too domineering within social interactions or relationships.
Student is able to resolve problems or conflicts without resorting to aggression.
Student resorts to aggression when problems or conflicts arise with others. Student is able to pace the sequence of events related to the development of a friendship. Student moves too slowly or quickly when establishing relationships with others. Student monitors and understands the feedback he gets from others during interactions. Student does not monitor the reactions he gets or the feedback he receives from others during social interactions.