Jeremy,a 2^nd grader,is in the counselor's office because he hit another boy on the playground.He tells the counselor that he knew the other boy was about to hit him first.He was just "getting back" at the other student.The counselor tries to help Jeremy control his aggressive behavior by explaining that the other boy didn't intend to hurt him.Given what you have learned about social development,which of the following is your best recommendation for the counselor?

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According to the scenario, Jeremy is exhibiting aggressive behavior and justifying it by claiming that the other boy was about to hit him first. The counselor tries to explain to Jeremy that the other boy didn't intend to hurt him, but it is possible that Jeremy may not have a good understanding of another person's intentions at this age. Therefore, it is recommended that the counselor assesses the quality of Jeremy's perspective-taking and structures the intervention accordingly. Punishing him or solely relying on his parents to resolve the problem may not be effective in helping Jeremy develop appropriate social skills. Additionally, the statement in choice D is incorrect, as children around 2nd grade are still developing their perspective-taking abilities.

Jeremy,a 2nd Grader,is in the Counselor's Office Because He Hit

Jeremy,a 2^nd Grader,is in the Counselor's Office Because He Hit