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Table 1 Goodman's strengths and difficulties questionnaire: examples of domains

From: Associations between social isolation, pro-social behaviour and emotional development in preschool aged children: a population based survey of kindergarten staff

Domain

Examples

Emotional Symptoms

Many fears, easily scared; often complains of headaches/tummy aches; Many worries

Conduct Problems

Frequent temper tantrums; often fights with other children; Can be spiteful

Hyperactivity/Inattention

Restless, overactive; easily distracted; Constantly fidgeting or squirming

Peer Relationship Problems

Rather solitary; picked on or bullied; gets on better with adults than children

Pro-social Skills

Considerate of other people's feelings; shares readily; helpful is someone is hurt