Don’t Leave Me!
What to do When Your Child Melts Down and Does Not Want You out of His Sight.
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Mary Sheedy Kurcinka Ed.D and Lynn Jessen MA
What to do When Your Child Melts Down and Does Not Want You out of His Sight.
More info“I hate you!” “You can’t make me.” “You are stupid!” “No, I won’t!” When your child stomps his feet and declares you are the worst parent in the world, it is not easy to keep your cool. That’s when it’s important to realize your child is attempting to assert himself, an essential life skill, but he doesn’t know how to do so tactfully.
More infoIf a behavior is unsafe, hurtful, or disrespectful to self, others, or the environment, it’s time to step in and set a limit. A limit tells the child what needs to happen. Why it needs to happen. When it needs to happen and what you will do if it does not happen. A limit can be used to either stop or start a behavior.
More infoLynn and I have created a few simple phrases that help to resolve conflict. Phrases that can reduce power struggles and communicate your willingness to listen.
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Does your anxiety level rise with the mere thought of taking your spirited child out in public? Are you tempted to just stay home?
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