Behavioral Observations in Frisco, TX

You (mom and dad) and at least one teacher or school counselor who is familiar with your child is asked to complete a checklist of behaviors that your child might exhibit that may be challenging or troubling. For example, some behaviors Dr. Jimenez wants to know about are ticks, biting, relationships with peers, distracting the class, and extracurricular activities. Knowing these behaviors gives Dr. Jimenez an understanding of what you and the teacher(s) are seeing regarding the actions of your child and if those behaviors are typical of someone of the same age and gender as your child.  We (mom, dad, and Dr. Jimenez) want to know what is standing out about their behavior so that we can better understand it and find solutions at home and in school, if necessary.  

When we understand how your child’s behaviors relate to other kids of their own sex and gender, we begin to get a fuller picture of what daily life might be like for your child and your expectations of them.  For example, Dr. Jimenez worked with a child whose parents thought his behavior was somewhat annoying and was related to having a new sister and thus, having less attention at home.  When Dr. Jimenez scored the assessment and realized his behavior was worse than the parents thought—at home and at school—she was able to give solid recommendations regarding freedom within structure for the child.  By giving the parents some tools to help the child gain the attention he sought in HEALTHY WAYS instead of harmful ways, the family left feeling like they had concrete tools to help their child succeed at home, at school, and in life.