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Children Bad Behavior Problems

Children Bad Behavior Problems • Reassure the family (in the presence of the child) that the behaviour problems are common and are not because the child is ‘bad’. • The main treatment is to explain the rules of disciplining children . Good behaviour should be praised or rewarded, while bad behaviour should be disciplined. The discipline must be […]

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dealing with bad behaviour in children

dealing with bad behaviour in children How to deal with this problem Questions to ask the family or friends • What is the problem? Where, when and with whom does the bad behaviour occur? A parent may just say that the child is behaving badly. Find out what this means. • Since when have you noticed this? […]

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behaving badly case

behaving badly case: How Salif went out of control Salif was the sixth child in a family of eight children. His father worked far from their village. He would come home only for one month in the year, and when he did he was always tired and unhappy. He would drink a lot and fight with […]

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Why do children behave badly?

Why do children behave badly? Many parents feel the main cause is that the child is ‘bad’. This is never true. The main reason for conduct problems is the way a child has been taught about discipline by the parents. There are notable situations that lead to conduct problems: • When there is violence in the family […]

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Meaning of Misbehaviour

Meaning of Misbehaviour When is misbehaviour a health problem? A child’s misbehaviour is a health problem if the problem: • is present for a long time (more than six months); • results in serious and repeated breaking of family or social rules, such as lying; • is accompanied by serious aggression against others, such as hitting […]

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The child who behaves ‘badly’

The child who behaves ‘badly’ Most children will be disobedient or refuse to follow family rules at some time or another. Many children, especially those under the age of four years, will lose their temper and have tantrums if they do not get what they want. Most children will grow out of this phase. Many parents recognise that […]

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Things to remember when dealing with child abuse

Things to remember when dealing with child abuse • Child abuse is much commoner than is actually reported by children. This is because most children are too scared or embarrassed to tell an adult. • The commonest type of abuser is someone whom the child knows – often a father, uncle, brother, domestic help or family […]

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How to Help Abused Children

How to Help Abused Children  Helping the abused child How to Help Abused Children  Help the child feel positive about himself • Reassure the child that he is not responsible for the abuse. • Give positive messages to the child about his behaviour and emotions. • Suggest activities that the child enjoys, such as playing […]

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Treatment Plan for Child Abuse

Treatment Plan for Child Abuse What to do immediately • Your priority is the health and safety of the child. If you suspect the child’s life is in danger, refer him immediately to a place of safety. This could be a family member, a nearby hospital or an organisation working with children. • Explain to […]

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Child Abuse Intervention Strategies

Child Abuse Intervention Strategies Questions to ask the family or friends Few adults will openly report that they feel that a child they know is being abused. It is essential that, if you suspect child abuse, you ask the adult in a frank and open way. • Do you suspect or know whether this child […]

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