Social, emotional and behaviour difficulties...

The
home factors which were most significantly related to SEBD were family structure
and socio-economic status (SES). The families most at risk were those in the
lower SES levels, particularly those living at or below the poverty line.
Although children from single parents are more likely to show SEBD, this is
explained by SES, as these families are more likely to live in poverty, with at
least half of them living below the poverty line. On the other hand, good
communication skills and attainment, non streamed classrooms, well qualified
teachers, attractive school environments and high SES, emerged as key protective
factors in children and young persons.

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