Self-Esteem in Children with Special Educational Needs

ISBN-13: 9781138587991 Publisher: Taylor & Francis Publication date: 08/16/2018 Series: Routledge Library Editions: Special Educational Needs , #28 Pages: 176 Product dimensions: 5.44(w) x 8.50(h) x (d) First published in 1988. The mounting concern in schools over widespread failure in academic achievement, greater disaffection in children and the lack of confidence in many school leavers are highlighted by the difficulties experienced by children who have special educational needs. Within this group the importance of the child’s evaluation of him or herself – i.e. self-esteem – is a neglected issue. This book investigates how the level of self-esteem appears to influence social behaviour and school performance in children with special educational needs. It discusses the practical steps that can be taken to assess and enhance self-esteem in children with special needs and evaluates their effectiveness. The author emphasises the discrepancy between the performance of children who