Relationships  : Bad Temper - A Problem  
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Questions / instructions:
Imagine that someone has this problem:

They have trouble controlling their temper and always end up hurting others.

  % responses
y4
y8

1. Write down ways for dealing with this problem.

seeking professional advice
involve adults / peers [general response only]
provide guidance or instructions
physical or mental self-control techniques
ignore problem

13
23
42
20
35
29
4
39
58
30

2. Who are some people who might be able to help with this problem?

3. Draw a ring around the person in answer 2 who might be the most helpful.

4. Why do you think this person might be the most helpful?

parents
school staff
other family members
friends
health professionals

43
26
4
3
4
30
5
8
8
35
Commentary
There is a major shift here between year 4 and year 8. Year 8 students place much greater emphasis on professional help and specific treatment, and much less on help from school staff.

 

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