When Little Johnny Won't Study
Children who refuse to study are frustrating to parents, who often resort to punishment and lectures. But Larry Tyson, Ph.D., who directs the UAB School Counseling Program, says this rarely works. "Children who aren't industrious have had bad experiences or they've been told that whenever they try, they fail. Parents typically respond by grounding children until they raise their grades. But most children wait until nearly the end of the semester before buckling down. But by then, it's too late. The lack of motivation is a symptom of deeper problems like divorce, chronic illnesses, learning disabilities or low self-esteem." Tyson says parents should work together with teachers and school counselors to discover the reasons behind the child's lack of performance.
Call Gail Short, Media Relations, 205-934-8931 or [email protected].
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