Well-adjusted children
Here are the most common characteristics describing well-adjusted, school age children. You can use the list to see how your child is doing, compared to other children the same age.
After each item, write a sentence or two about how your child is doing in that area.
A well-adjusted, school age child:
●Is in good health and not often ill.
●Is energetic and interested in what is going on in his (her) world.
●Is usually relaxed and comfortable with himself.
●Is self-confident in most situations.
●Eats regularly in normal amounts.
●Stays away from alcohol or other drugs.
●Is well-behaved most of the time.
●Manages his anger and temper responsibly.
●Feels successful most of the time.
●Is responsible and dependable most of the time.
●Deals well with most day-to-day stresses and pressures.
●Makes and keeps friends his age.
●Has friends who are reasonably well-behaved and who do well in school.
●Finishes homework and other assignments on time.
●Is involved in school activities and projects.
●Talks with appropriate adults about his activities, friends, and problems.