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Rates of problem behaviour among preschoolers attending nursery classes in St. Helena, South Atlantic
T Lovemore1, H Flores, T Charlton
1Faculty of Arts and Education, Cheltenham & Gloucester College of Higher Education, UK.
Perceptual and Motor Skills
|December 1, 1995
Insights
Preschool behavior in St. Helena children was assessed using the Preschool Behaviour Checklist. Findings indicate exceptionally low problem behavior rates, among the lowest globally for this age group.
Area of Science:
- Child Psychology
- Developmental Psychology
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- Assessing preschool behavior is crucial for early intervention.
- Global comparisons of child behavior provide valuable context.
- St. Helena's unique environment may influence child development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate problem behavior rates in preschoolers on St. Helena.
- To compare these rates with international benchmarks.
Main Methods:
- Utilized the Preschool Behaviour Checklist.
- Assessed a sample of 59 preschoolers.
- Collected data on problem behavior prevalence and mean scores.
Main Results:
- The prevalence rate of problem behavior was 6.8%.
- Mean behavior scores were among the lowest reported worldwide for similar age groups.
Conclusions:
- Preschoolers on St. Helena exhibit remarkably low rates of problem behavior.
- This finding suggests potential protective factors within the St. Helena environment.
Abstract:
The Preschool Behaviour Checklist was used to assess rates of problem behaviour among 59 preschoolers on St. Helena. The prevalence rate (6.8%) and mean scores obtained are among the lowest found world-wide for similarly aged children.