Four Steps

The Hider

I.	Behavior
II.	Effects
III.	Action
IV.	Mistakes

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Introduction
I.	Behavior
II.	Effects
III.	Action
	Primary Causes of Misbehavior
	Primary Needs Being Revealed
	Secondary Needs Being Revealed
	Methods, Procedures, and Techniques
IV.	Mistakes

Behavior Information

The Hider

Behavior: How exactly is my child behaving?

1. Does not steal; rather, hides pencils, books, food, tickets, purses, and other items—just for fun.
   
   
2. Hides at critical times—shoes before practice, keys before leaving for school.
   
   
3. Denies the action.
   
   
4. Pretends innocence.
   
   
5. May help look for hidden items.
   
   
6. Sometimes involves others.
   
   
7. Attempts to secure approval for his or her cleverness.
   
   
8. Is hurt when others get mad.
   
   
9. Often a loner.
   
   

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