The Gossip

Behavior: Specific attitudes and actions of this child at home and/or at school.

• Always has something to tell about someone.
  
  
• Carries stories about classmates, teachers, administrators, and parents. Even talks about his/her best friend.
  
  
• Unfortunately, usually conveys bad news.
  
  
• Turns any conversation to stories he/she has to tell.
  
  
• Not concerned about the whole truth-or whether the gossip will hurt someone.
  
  
• Seeks attention; must have it. If he/she doesn't get it in positive ways, will get it by gossiping.
  
  
• Disloyal. Honestly doesn't know how to be loyal.
  
  
• Worse, seeks out information to relate. Therefore, his/her mind is constantly occupied with news to tell others.
  
  
• Likes to be with people.
  
  
• Avid talker.
  
  
• Tells stories about him/herself.