<p>Lightheart, nice post. I agree that some people feel parenta/socetal pressure to excel, but some have an intrinsic desire to perform at their best. How many teens are perfectionists? Children raised in the same home will have different responses to criticism. You look at one child sternly, and they crumble or cry. others will be punished for the same offense, and continue to test the limits. </p>
<p>If I rely on what has been posted on this discussion board, this teacher cared more about making her point than all the other students, taking a timed test, who didn’t need drama. This girl crumbled, and teacher continued her tirade. So insensitive to everyone. </p>