Children can exhibit an introverted and shy attitude at certain times and in certain situations
. They may avoid communicating with their schoolmates, teachers, and other people around
. For example, although they know the correct answer
to the question asked by the teacher, they may not respond, they may have difficulty in making friends, and they may have difficulty in adapting to group activities
. They prefer to be alone and avoid social environments
. In general, the shyness behavior caused by lack of self-confidence can be eliminated in the same way
by studies that will increase the self-confidence of children.
Some suggestions to help increase the self-confidence of children:
~Do not tag your child. Approach your child
with a positive attitude when he/she is shy when talking to others. “My son/daughter likes to think a little
before saying something. That's why he's waiting. Say '. If your child is frightened or upset
, approach him warmly and sincerely and let him know that you understand his feelings, emotions and thoughts. Be understanding and patient.
~ Generalize and tell your child that he is not the only child to feel these feelings.
You can give examples from yourself. “ From time to time, when I enter crowded environments, I can forget what
to say, I can be alarmed, I can be afraid. But later on
I try to beat it and I feel better. You can say "
. Supporting books and stories can be used in this regard.
~Acknowledge these feelings of your child and make him/her feel accepted
no matter what age your child is. Older children are not ashamed, boys are not, etc. statements can put pressure on your child
. As a result of this pressure, the child may become more withdrawn into himself. Do not forget
children whose feelings, thoughts and behaviors are accepted by their families and who are supported
will be self-confident and self-confident individuals.
~ Children imitate their parents and the people around them. You have to be a model for them. You can also
ask a foreigner for something, you can meet someone new.
~ Approach your child gradually. For example, if your child is avoiding
playing with his peers, go to the park with him. Let him watch the other kids in the park first.
Ask him to play with the kids next time, even if it's only for five or ten minutes. In this way
you can gradually ensure that your child enters the same environment with their peers without fear.
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