Anytime Kai Observation Report

u. Fighting words- words that inflict injury or tend to incite an immediate breach of the peace.

Tommy’s educational team has provided some information that will be very helpful in determining where we go next with his behaviors. The staff have specific issues with him during circle time. He is non-compliant and non-engaged during this time. It was said that Tommy has limited attention abilities and has a hard

Research has identified different types of aggression to include instrumental, reactive, relational, bullying aggression (Berger, 2008; Merrell, Buchanan, & Tran, 2006; Cappella & Weinstein, 2006) and social aggression [ (Merrell, Buchanan, & Tran, 2006; Cappella & Weinstein, 2006) ].

I would use direct observations to collect data on Nigel. I would conduct an ABC analysis on Nigel to map out his target behaviors, determine definitions of target behaviors, and hypothesize a function for the behaviors. Once these target behaviors have been defined, and identified, I would do an event record of Nigel’s target behaviors. I would record how often Nigel demonstrates any of the problem behaviors to determine which behaviors are the most

According to Berkowitz (1993) aggression refers to goal-directed motor behavior that has a deliberate intent to harm or

Aggression during an episode that is out of proportion to the triggering event. The aggressive episodes are not premeditated. They are not performed for vengeance, money, power, or other gain.

Besides literal uses for cuss words (as verbs), over two-thirds of all swearing is linked in expressing some kind of emotional connotation. These help with expressing the speaker’s anger, frustration, and surprise (“son of a bitch”, “f*ck me!”, “holy shit!”) which are done in emotional outbursts of these single words, also known as epithets. In addition profanity has a direct connection with emotional response in that when one utters one of these “worser words” it helps increase heart rate and work as an analgesic, showing how it can help manage emotional pain as it has a direct connection. One such emotional connection could be noted in the use of “FUBAR” (F*ucked up beyond all recognition) in the movie Saving Private Ryan to help the convey the soldiers emotions in how sick of they were of the war. Commonly physical fights take place to help express emotional pain or anger, these are normally avoided by voicing this anger through these taboo words. For example one can use name calling (bitch, asshole), or curse in the form of a put down (eat shit and die) all spur emotional responses and can help avoid physical confrontations by giving a voice to inner feelings. This is commonly seen in rap songs where many cuss words are used to unveil inner feelings. Such the rap group NWA used

Within instances requiring initiative, the child may also develop negative behaviors. These behaviors are a result of the child developing a sense of frustration for not being able to achieve a goal as planned and may engage in behaviors that seem aggressive, ruthless, and overly assertive to parents. Aggressive behaviors, such as throwing objects, hitting, or yelling, are examples of observable behaviors during this stage. **

Verbal prompts, redirection to remain focused on a given task, minimize outdoor play, reduced iPad games and parent meeting. The results of interventions are diverse. Adriel would respond to previous intervention such as less outdoor play and parent meeting by behaving in class and follow directions for outdoor play for the first two days of the week and then the behavior occurs again. Verbal prompting often works for the first 2 minutes and then the behavior occurs again. The support and one-to-one attention given from the staff during transitions decreased the incidents of noncompliance, pushing and yelling. The staff will model, role play, practice and discuss all these intervention strategies to support Adriel. He will be given attention when he shows replacement behaviors.

* Inappropriate behaviour – saying or doing the wrong thing at the wrong time eg; swearing.

Aggressive children usually direct the behavior of others on those they think are against them. Helping the child to know that their action hurt the victims they verbally assault.

Aggression is defined as behaviour directed towards another living being with the intent of harming or injuring them in someway, and can be defined as either

Defiance is often perceived as a negative aspect of one’s personality; a bold resistance to authority. It could mean defying your parents, rebelling against an opposing, greater force, but to me it means something greater. Defiance can be characterized as not fitting into societal norms; to strive to be different and unique in your own individual ways. In other words, defiance is to dare to do what others choose not to. It is vital to remain true to yourself, and defiance against societal norms allows one to do so.

Physical Aggression: This behavior consists of scratching, kicking, and striking with open/closed hand /both hands, throwing items at the walls and doors. Functions cited as task avoidance, denied access, attention or without clear antecedent. Recently, Ray Marco became upset that he count go out to the store with his parents, Ray Marco approached the little brother and struck him on the back. It has been noted by staff that

One type of rebellion is when a child or teenage goes against the rules set in order to find out what is wrong with going against the rules. To illustrate, a child walks into a candy store with his mother. He is in shock