Teachers and peers may be modeling inappropriate or aggressive behavior without being aware of its undue influence on an aggressive student. They are more likely than others to have some social skills deficits such as poor impulse control, low frustration tolerance, limited ability to generate alternative responses to stress, and limited insight into the feelings of self and others. Social skills training can be crucial to these students. These students also may be frequently frustrated and yet have fewer skills than others to cope with the frustration. Student sighs or uses other nonverbal cues.
Teacher can respond by active listening and nonjudgmental talk.
Student exhibits minor behavior problems. Teacher can use proximity control, boost student interest, or provide assistance with assignments. Student argues and complains. Teacher can remind student of rules, use conflict resolution, and encourage student to ask for help. Teacher can escort the student from class, get help, restrain student if necessary, and protect the safety of the other children.