Praise
Once you are listening to your child so that he can talk, and he is also cooperating, it’s time to give some compliments! When you praise your child, be sure to describe what you see – tell him how great the table looks without the dirty dishes on it. In addition, let him know how you feel. You can say something like, “It makes me feel great that you cleared off the table.” And lastly, you can sum up your child’s good behavior with a descriptor. Say something like, “That’s what I call neat!” If we work on consistently praising our child’s behavior, he will be more likely to cooperate in the future. Plus, you will be building a strong relationship in which you can speak to each other respectfully and openly.
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