Abstract:

In this study, it is aimed to investigate behavioral problems in early childhood according to various variables. The study sample included 177 children between the ages of 4 and 6 attending 7 independent kindergartens in Keçiören District of Ankara Province, and their teachers (34). This study was designed from a quantitative research method according to the screening model and cross-sectional screening design. Study data were collected using “Preschool and Kindergarten Behavior Scales (PKBS-2)” as well as “Teacher Information Form” developed by the researcher. Since the data obtained from the research were not exhibited a normal distribution, the Mann-Whitney U test was used in two-group comparisons and the Kruskall-Wallis H test was used in comparisons with three or more groups. As a result of the study, it was found that the behavioral problems observed on children’s of preschoolers indicates a significant difference depending on the gender of the child, age, the status of attending an educational institution before, presence of a condition requiring special education and total income of the family; on the other hand, it was found that there was no significant difference depending on the children’s number of siblings, and age and education levels of the parents.

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