title: School: child advocate or adversary?
abstract: Pediatricians who see many children with learning problems are likely to encounter situations caused by school misunderstandings. This essay includes examples of frightening labeling of children, direct cruelty at school, confused academic goals, and administrative bungling. Some possible remedies and practical suggestions are presented.
mesh_terms: D001290:Attitude; D002648:Child; D002649:Child Abuse; D002651:Child Advocacy; D002671:Child, Exceptional; D004644:Emotions; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D002666:Psychology, Child; D012574:Schools; D013334:Students; D013663:Teaching