What comes to mind when you first hear possible underlying causes of behavior? Based on readings and discussions on social development, we have come to understand we must consider possible reasons for undesirable behaviors and provide positive guidance strategies to address these behaviors. Some common underlying causes of behavior may include frustration, misunderstanding expectations, boredom, discouragement, desire for recognition, attention, and rebellion. Reflect and describe one of your personal and/or professional experiences regarding inappropriate behavior. You may tell an experience when you were a child displaying unacceptable behavior or when you were an adult (teacher or parent) providing the intervention to shape the child's inappropriate behavior.

1. Describe the situation.
2. Identify the possible underlying cause(s) of the behavior.
3. Describe in detail the intervention provided by the adult.
4. Was the intervention successful in shaping the child's behavior? Why or why not?
5. Describe what you would do differently.