Stages of development
Do boys who mature early typically have low self-esteem or high helf-esteem?
high-self esteem
What kind of behavior do PALS try to reinforce?
positive behaviors
eye contact and head nodding are both examples of-
Active listening
What does PALS stand for?
Peer Assistant Leadership
What should you do if your child wants to go to the bathroom?
take them to the bathroom
Excessives concerns about weight can lead to-
eating disorders such as bulimia and anorexia
In the hierarchy of needs which comes first? Basic physical needs or The need for self-actualization
Basic physical needs
What is the only way to become comfortable with active listening?
By doing it
(True or False)-The purpose of PALS is to fix children
False
What if your PAL refuses to talk to you at all?
You can try asking yes or no questions to try and become more familiar with each other.
What type of "crisis" does the typical teenager face?
The identity crisis
What is the most universal desire for young children?
Attention
What is the root of most of the problems that the PALS program addresses?
Low-self esteem
What kind of role-model should we be for our kids?
A positive role model
What should you do if a child tells you something concerning?
Tell an adult
At what age do people begin to develop abstract thinking skills?
11-14 years old
What are some environmental factors that contribute to people's behavior.
Family, Culture, your neighborhood, and friends.
Whats are some ways that you can show active listening?
Showing with your body and eyes that you are listening and matching the mood of the speaker.
(True or False)-we as PALS are only here to help "problem children"
False
What should you do if your child says bad/inappropriate things?
Correct their behavior. If it doesn't work threaten to take them back to class or not come back.
At what age does a person gain the ability to reason logically and form friendships?
7 - 11 years old
What is the biggest influence on our behavior as people?
Its consequences
What are the 5 main leadership skills?
Contribute, Structure, Giving, Providing energy, and giving space
What is a PAL meant to help kids with
To recognize their problems and help solve them
What should you do if your child starts throwing a tantrum and will not listen to you.
Tell a teacher about what is happening.