A 9-year-old girl often comes to the school nurse complaining of stomach pains.Her teacher says that she is completing her schoolwork satisfactorily,but lately she has been somewhat aggressive and stubborn in the classroom.The school nurse should recognize this as:

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Signs of stress include stomach pains or headache,sleep problems,bed-wetting,changes in eating habits,aggressive or stubborn behavior,reluctance to participate,or regression to early behaviors.This child is exhibiting signs of stress,not developmental delay,a physical problem,or lack of adjustment.

A 9-Year-Old Girl Often Comes to the School Nurse Complaining