[header] How to work with students with emotional and behavioral problems [title] Look for patterns. [step] There are many different types of emotional and behavioral problems that can affect students. A teacher's job is not to make a formal diagnosis, but it's a good idea to be on the lookout for patterns of behavior that could be signs of a problem. 
[substeps] Know the signs of internalized problems. Students with internalized emotional problems are typically withdrawn, anxious, or depressed.