NO - Martin Ward, deputy general secretary, Secondary Heads Association
There is no doubt that disruptive behaviour is an issue for schools, but it is simplistic to point the finger at one particular cause. Many factors are at work: problems at home can spill into the classroom; poor diets can lead to hyperactivity and attention deficit; a lack of parental support for education; and, increasing, peer pressure are just a few.
Most people would agree that there has been a shift in society towards giving children greater freedom and rights at an earlier age, which has meant that young people do not have the same attitudes towards authority figures as they once did. The media and, sadly, even some parents send out the message that it is acceptable to challenge authority.
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