For example, Mikel, a five-year-old boy from Cebu City, was raised alone by his mother. His mother has not been in contact with his father for many years. He was enrolled in a local private preschool when he was four years old. While in school, Mikel's academic performance was characterized by inconsistency. He did well in some classes and subjects, but also fell behind at times and seemed unfocused. He had a character that led him to constantly have conflicts with his classmates. He can also be challenging when it comes to following cues and class