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The document discusses emotional disturbances, defining it as a condition exhibiting characteristics like an inability to learn or build relationships, inappropriate behavior, or depression. Symptoms include depression, anxiety, and sleep disorders. While heredity, brain disorders, diet, and family functioning have been hypothesized as causes, research has not shown any single direct cause. The document recommends that teachers, parents, and policymakers inform students of expectations, establish a positive learning environment, provide meaningful learning experiences, and consult professionals to help students with emotional disturbances.
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- 1. Presented by: Anush Gurung (1102316) Bhagi Man Rai (1102317) Deepak Tamang (1102334)
- 5. Symptoms • Depression • Anxiety • Fatigue • Poor appetite • Weight loss • Sleep disorder • Poor self-image • Suicidal ideation
- 6. Heredity Emotional Disturbance CausesBrain disorder Diet Family functioning Research has not shown any of these factors to be the direct cause of behavior problems.
- 7. Definition Emotional disturbance is defined as follows(IDEA): • The term means a condition exhibiting one or more of the following characteristics over a long period of time: i. An inability to learn that cannot be explained by intellectual, sensory, or health factors. ii. An inability to build or maintain satisfactory interpersonal relationships with peers and teachers. iii. Inappropriate types of behavior or feelings under normal circumstances. iv. A general contained mood of unhappiness or depression.
- 8. What can we do as a Teacher, Parents and Policy maker? 1) Inform pupils of what is expected of them 2) Establish a positive learning environment 3) Provide a meaningful learning experience 4) Consult the professionals(psychotherapist, behavioral therapist, etc)
- 9. Reference Denham, S.(1998). Emotional development in young children. New York. Guilford press. Küpper, L.(n.d.).Teaching Students with Emotional Disturbances. Retrieved on 20th March,2014 from http://nichcy.org/teaching- students-with-ed Mathis, M.(n.d.).when students need emotional support. Retrieved on 20th March,2014 from http://www.teachhub.com/when-students-need- emotional-support-dos-and-donts