December 2024 | Parenting
Recognize the Signs of Stress in Children
Come on good parents, recognize the signs of stress in children, because it turns out that children can also experience stress. By recognizing the signs early, intervention can be carried out early. Intervention can be carried out by parents themselves or psychologists if parents are having difficulty handling it. Now after recognizing the signs of stress in children. What steps can parents take to handle it:
1. Don't get angry.
It is natural that parents may feel frustrated and impatient with their children if they suddenly have difficult behavior, due to stress. However, don't be tempted to scold your child because this will only make the child more stressed and the behavior will become more difficult.
2. Identify the cause.
If you know what is causing your child to be stressed, it will make it easier for you and them to handle it. However, if you don't know the exact cause, contact a psychologist for further assessment to identify the cause of the stress.
3. Try not to panic.
Remember that mild stress in children is part of their development process. They may be focused on learning other skills and more challenging situations, which are necessary for growth. However, if the signs are severe enough, work with a psychologist immediately to handle it.
4. Seek professional help.
If you are worried, it is best to talk to a psychologist. Early intervention is best for cases like this, so don't wait if you are really worried, because if it is too late, your child may struggle longer than necessary.
