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By Jerry Webster, About.com Guide to Special Education

The Purpose For Most Behavior Is.....

Tuesday July 1, 2008
Believe it or not, most behavior is for attention. All too often, we respond to the inappropriate behavior without giving attention to the root cause for the behavior. Typically, the inappropriate behavior is usually due to
  • A need for Attention
  • Revenge
  • Power
  • Display of Inadequacy
You will be much more able to address the inappropriate behaviors effectively if you take the time to understand the root cause.

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