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Emotionally Handicapped - Disabilities/Behavioral Problems
:(EH Emotional Handicapped)
Challenges: 1 or more
- Aggression or self-injurious behavior (acting out, fighting);
- Withdrawal (not interacting socially with others, excessive fear or anxiety);
- Immaturity (inappropriate crying, temper tantrums, poor coping skills);
- Learning difficulties (academically performing below grade level).
- May exhibit distorted thinking
- Serious emotional disturbances
- Excessive anxiety
- Abnormal mood swings
- Burst of anger
- Behavior significantly different than average peer
- A general pervasive mood of unhappiness or depression
The behavior of children with problems of this kind is likely to vary from situation to situation and from day to day. One day the child may seem quiet and withdrawn and refuse to engage in conversation, answering only with a grunt. Other days they can seem friendly and sociable. They may seem unable to control their emotions and are likely to have aggressive outbursts. They can be very sensitive and because their self-esteem is low cannot 'take a joke'. They are more likely to see it as a criticism. They may also act as if they expect to be blamed for everything and have a persecution complex. They often have little regard for the feelings of others and can be bullying or aggressive to others.
Many children who do not have emotional disturbance may display some of these same behaviors at various times during their development. However, when children have an emotional disturbance, these behaviors continue over long periods of time. Their behavior signals that they are not coping with their environment or peers.
If appropriate strategies to help these students are not put in place, they are at risk of suspension or even expulsion.
Intervention:
Therapy. Providing structure through routines and clear expectations, building self-regulation skills, and using positive behavior management. Teachers may provide a "calm down" or designated space. Teach self-regulation skills with positive reinforcement and clear and immediate feedback.
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