Warning Signs of Potential Abuse: * Be aggressive, oppositional, or defiant * Act out, displaying aggressive or disruptive behavior * Fear of going home * Be described as "accident prone" * Being a low achiever * Showing regressive or less mature behavior * Dislike or shrink …show more content…
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Warning Signs of Suicidal Tendencies: * Loss of interest in activities previously enjoyed * “Acting out” verbally or physically, at home or at school * Preoccupation with death and dying * Loss of interest or participation in school life * Sudden reports of trouble at school * Difficulty concentrating
These are a few signs that could indicate, “[p]otential signs of suicidal feelings and thoughts” (Boston 's Children Hospital, 2013, para. 18); however, these could also be signs of depression. Moreover, a teacher should see assistance if these signs appear in one of their