Family is an important institution in terms of shaping the child's future life. Family is the social environment that children see for the first time and open their eyes to.
Parental quarrels have a big place in children's happiness. Parental fights at home and in front of the child cause various traumas in children. Because the emotions experienced by the child who is exposed to such discussions cause negative effects on his personality and future. The child may think that the fight is because of him, blame himself and try to punish himself. He/she may behave shyly in society due to this feeling of guilt.
Parent-parent arguments can cause bedwetting, anxiety disorder and behavioral disorders, as well as lack of self-confidence in children. Due to loud parental arguments, the child may experience problems such as disruption of sleep patterns, nightmares, not wanting to sleep alone, introversion, headaches, and constantly wanting to be with the parents. They may have thoughts and fears that they will be separated. If the arguments turn into violence, the child's psychology is affected even worse.
Children who are exposed to couple fights:
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They may start to worry about their future in the face of events
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A feeling of distrust towards the opposite sex may occur due to the fights they are exposed to
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Some children may experience feelings such as escaping from home or school, starting bad habits, and pessimism.
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They may experience distrust towards the outside world and difficulties in communication with people
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Children's grades may decrease and their parents' They may show behaviors such as running away from home in order to attract attention.
In order for children not to be affected by parental quarrels; Discussions should not be held in front of children, children should not be included in the discussion, and problems related to the child should not be discussed in front of them. Families talk to children nicely and establish understanding between adults. They should explain to the child that the difficulties will not affect their love for them and reassure the child. Children should be given adequate attention and love, regardless of the problems.
Parents should get psychological help when they cannot overcome the problems.
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