What to Do If Your Child Bullies Other Children: Tips for Moms and Dads
It can be difficult for parents to admit that their child is to blame for a fight.
The reasons may be different. It is necessary to find out. At the same time, the conversation should be conducted in a calm atmosphere. No need to reproach, criticize or shout.
If aggression is caused by an age crisis, then it should be understood, but the problem cannot be ignored. It is necessary to explain why it is wrong to fight, offend other people, call names, etc. It is necessary to talk about the consequences.
The family should provide the child with a safe place at home to calm down.
At the same time, it is important to constantly talk to him, to talk about the harm of such behavior.
You also need to react to aggression. This can be a remark. It should not be loud, but it should be confident.
Experts recommend teaching your child control phrases so that he or she can say them to himself or herself when he or she needs to restrain himself or herself. For example, “storm warning,” “we’ll wait out the storm,” etc.
In addition, if a child offends other children, then the parents themselves need to pay attention to their behavior. It is possible that an unhealthy behavior model is being transmitted.
It is also important to consult with a child psychologist so as not to complicate the situation for yourself and the child.
Earlier we talked about how to build a trusting relationship with a child.
