Therapeutic Management of Disruptive Behavior

Disruptive behaviors can have a negative impact on the learning environment.

Without management of disruptive behaviors, students may miss crucial information and have difficulty concentrating. The Pearson Education Development Group states that disruptive behavior can create a classroom environment less conducive to learning.

Significance

According to Kathleen McKinney, professor of sociology at Illinois State University, disruptive behavior can frustrate other students, creating a hostile learning environment. A therapist can teach new techniques to parents and teachers to help the disruptive student and others in the classroom get the most out of the learning environment.

Cost of Therapy

The cost of therapy depends on the therapist's geographic location, educational and professional background, and type of practice. AllPsych.com states that a 50-minute session can cost $5 to $10 at a community mental health clinic, while a doctoral-level professional in a private practice may charge as much as $200 per visit. Your health insurance policy may cover some of these costs.

Considerations

Disruptive behavior may also signal underlying distress, according to TheParentReport.com. A trained therapist will thoroughly assess a child to determine and treat underlying emotional issues, and develop a behavior management plan to help the child work to his potential.

References

• Teacher Vision: Laying the Foundation for Positive Classroom Behavior
• Center for Teaching, Learning, and Technology:Dealing with Disruptive Behavior in the Classroom
• AllPsych Online: Psychotherapy Facts
• The Parent Report: Disruptive Classroom Behavior