glasser (choice)

• What does Glasser's Choice Theory state about behavior?

  All behavior is a choice to satisfy needs
• Why might a child misbehave according to Glasser's Choice Theory?

  To express frustration and seek attention
• What are the four basic human needs in Glasser's Choice Theory?

  Survival, Belonging, Power, Freedom
• What does the need for Survival include in Glasser's Choice Theory?

  • Food
  • Shelter
  • Safety
• What does the need for Belonging focus on in Glasser's Choice Theory?

  • Love
  • Connection
  • Acceptance
• What does the need for Power involve in Glasser's Choice Theory?

  • Influence
  • Control over environment
• What does the need for Freedom refer to in Glasser's Choice Theory?

  • Independence
  • Autonomy
• What does it mean to manage children using Glasser's Choice Theory?

  Focus on collaboration and empowering responsibility
• What are the principles for managing children using Choice Theory?

  1. Collaboration: Work together to find solutions
  2. Responsibility: Help children understand their choices
  3. Quality Management: Discuss impacts of actions
• How should parents respond to a child who misbehaves to get attention?

  Focus on positive reinforcement and quality time
• What does a child throwing a tantrum over bedtime choices indicate?

  They are seeking Freedom and autonomy
• What does a child disrupting class to talk to friends indicate?

  They are seeking Belonging and connection
• What should parents do if a child argues over toy choices?

  Allow choices to satisfy their Power need
• How can understanding Glasser's Choice Theory improve child management?

  It helps address underlying needs and behaviors