When Shame Looks Like Defiance

School Behaviour Secrets with Simon Currigan and Emma Shackleton by Beacon School Support

Sep 7, 202624:50Education

Why do some pupils smile, deny what happened, blame someone else or become angry when they're challenged about their behaviour? Sometimes, what looks like defiance or a lack of remorse may actually be a defence against s...

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