Behavior Management in Middle School
BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT IN MIDDLE SCHOOL Behaviors Commonly Present Puberty: self-esteem, self-doubt or emotional regulation struggles Social Aspect: peer pressure, friendships, dating Independence: parent-child power struggles Confusion: body, future, self-concept, identity Social Media Use High Risk Behaviors Bullying/victimizing Depression/suicide Experimentation: sexual activities, drugs, alcohol Rule breaking Eating disorders Strength-based Strategies 1. Building and maintaining meaningful and positive faculty-student relationships based on trust, care, and support. a. Match the student's language. Demonstrate interest and confidence in the student as a person. Be available. Validate feelings. 2. Find the exceptions. 3. Clearly communicate expectations, rules, proc...