By
learning self-control, kids can make appropriate decisions and respond to
stressful situations in ways that can yield positive outcomes.
For
example, if you say that you're not serving ice cream until after dinner, your
child may cry, plead, or even scream in the hopes that you will give in. But
with self-control, your child can understand that a temper outburst means
you'll take away the ice cream for good and that it's wiser to wait patiently.
Here
are a few suggestions on how to help kids learn to control their behavior:
Infants
and toddlers (Up to Age 2) get frustrated by the large gap between the things
they want to do and what they're able to do. They often respond with temper
tantrums. Try to prevent outbursts by distracting your little one with toys or
other activities.
For
kids reaching the 2-year-old mark, try a brief timeout in a selected area like a kitchen chair or bottom stair , to show
the consequences for outbursts and teach that it's better to take some time
alone instead of throwing a tantrum.
For
Children(Ages 3 to 5) You can continue to use timeouts, but rather than
enforcing a specific time limit, end timeouts once your child has calmed down.
This helps kids improve their sense of self-control. And praise your child for
not losing control in frustrating or difficult situations.
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