Effective ways to deal with a stubborn child

Effective ways to deal with a stubborn child

Dr. Ali Faraji
Dr. Ali Faraji
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How to deal with a stubborn child? This is a question that many parents face....If your child is stubborn, you should know that you are not the only one who has a stubborn child....It is okay if you have a stubborn child, but the way you treat a stubborn child makes a big difference in how he develops....Childhood and adolescence are considered the most difficult stages of a child....How to deal with a stubborn child..It is important to understand that in some children, stubbornness is part of their personality, while in others, it is a way to set boundaries and express their will.. So it's your job to teach your child different ways to manage stress and express their feelings... ### Characteristics of Stubborn Children.. Just because your child is particular about exercising his will does not make him stubborn.. There is a fine line between being determined and being stubborn.. Here are some characteristics of stubborn behavior that you should watch out for: - Stubborn children tend to question anything that could be mistaken for rebellion.... - They want to be heard and expect to be approved, which makes them often get your attention.... - They tend to be independent and outgoing.... - They can be hard to dominate because they hate being restricted and obeying rules.... - They may have frequent tantrums.... - They show everything and can even have traits Take the lead... ### The psychology of stubborn children To properly deal with your stubborn child, it is important to first understand why they are the way they are and what makes them the way they are....It is one thing for your child to be determined and another to be stubborn...Determination is defined as "firmness of purpose" while stubbornness is "refusal to change one's thoughts, behavior or actions under any external pressure"..Stubbornness can be a genetic behavior as well as an acquired behavior learned by observing others. How to deal with a stubborn child Stubbornness can appear at any age and then continue into adulthood.. As a parent, it is important to find ways to deal with your stubborn child so that you can control his behavior without stress... Here are some techniques for dealing with a stubborn child: ### Don't argue Stubborn children are always ready to have an argument....so don't give them that chance....instead, listen to your child and make it a conversation instead of an argument....when you show that you are ready to listen to them, it makes them listen to you.... ### Try to be friendly with them...don't force your child to do what he doesn't want to do....he will do exactly what he doesn't want to do..do it.... So if you want your child to stop watching TV and do his homework instead, try watching TV with him for a while.... This will create camaraderie and he will join you after a short time.... ### Give some choices Telling a stubborn child what to do is a surefire way to ignite his rebellious streak....Instead, offer him options to choose from, as this puts him in control of his life and he can decide independently what he wants to do....to avoid confusing your child, keep the choices limited and only offer two or three options....for example, if you want to clean the room instead Do or want his room Start with him.. "Where do you want to start?" ### Look at things from his point of view Look at it from your child's point of view and try to understand why they are behaving the way they are... If you promised to take them to the park but didn't because the weather turned bad, you need to explain to them why you can't keep your promise.... Your child will just see it as a broken promise, but you can by explaining why you can't go out and setting a later date to go out... ### Keep the peace at home.. Make sure your home is where your child is. Always feel happy, comfortable and safe.... Children learn by observing, so be polite to everyone at home, especially your wife... They are likely to imitate what they see, so it is important to stay calm and avoid arguing and insulting in front of the child... ### Sharpen your negotiation skills. Tonight and another for ### Encourage positive behavior.. Be a role model and always have a positive attitude.... If you use the words "no", "I can't" or "I won't" a lot, your child probably does too....Be positive instead of negative about your child's stubbornness....Try to make a game of asking your child questions that lead to a "yes" or "no".. "Yes".... Send this message Thanks.... ### Try Have a set routine... Sticking to a daily schedule as well as a weekly schedule can help improve your child's behavior as well as school performance... Bedtime should be defined and should provide enough rest for the child.. Lack of sleep and fatigue can lead to behavioral problems in children aged three to twelve... So, set boundaries and make your expectations clear in a family meeting.. Ask your child about the consequences as well as his opinion on each of these things.... This It lets them know that following the rules can be rewarding and not stifling....
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Stubborn child problems Raising a stubborn child is not easy...if you don't find a solution quickly, every little thing can become a struggle every day....you may have come across a lot of information on how to control the behavior of stubborn children, but every day is a new challenge....punishing a stubborn child may not be the best solution in all cases...### **1... Objection to food** Most kids can be picky when it comes to food and meals.. Try serving small portions of different foods to your child and let him choose what to eat most.... You can also try to make meals interesting by making creative recipes with healthy ingredients.... Also, try to involve your child in food-related tasks like setting the table... Solve it faster.. If your child is having trouble with homework Can take it to pieces Make it shorter so that they can do it more easily.... short breaks between tasks can be a good way.... another option is to combine it with another activity.... for example, learning to spell can be done while you are watering the garden and your child helps you.... ### **3.Wardrobe battles** A common cause of conflict is when your child wants to wear something that is not appropriate for the situation or the weather outside....One way to reduce tension is to organize the child's clothes and change them every two weeks....Also get rid of seasonal clothes....Whenever you want your child to change clothes, bring out two or three different clothes and ask them to choose....this way they will be happy with the decision... ### **4.** **fight before sleep** As bedtime approaches, your baby will start running around trying to get his adrenaline going, so he won't fall asleep easily....try playing some soothing music and dim the lights about 30 minutes before lights out....turn off the TV and ask your child to put on his pajamas....give him the option to choose his pajamas a few minutes before he puts them on and a few minutes after Let your child communicate... Ask him if he has anything to say. His day, or just ask a simple question if he had a good or bad day.... the last word Having a stubborn child is not a bad thing....in fact, children who have these traits often succeed in their studies as well as in their work life.... They are less prone to succumb to peer pressure, which helps them avoid wrongdoing that their friends might be involved in... Practicing effective discipline and trying to understand your child can go a long way in their development.

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