Academic Quote by Peter Breggin
“I think the first thing parents need to start doing is absolutely refuse to cooperate with any psychological evaluation of children in school. Schools should not be mental hospitals. Parents should say that the only tests they want their children to have are those respecting their academic subjects and nothing else.”
About This Quote
Parents should oppose school psychological testing, focusing only on academic assessments.
In simple terms: Parents should limit school tests to academics.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for academic‑only testing in schools.
Themes
education
parental rights
mental health
Mood
concerned
defensive
Type
policy
advocacy
When to use this quote
- parent‑teacher meetings
- school board discussions
- advocacy campaigns
Key Concepts
child development
policy
rights
Questions to Reflect On
- Should schools have any mental health screening?
- How can academic and emotional needs coexist?
A Different Perspective
Balancing mental health support with academic focus is nuanced.
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