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Respectful Parenting: Janet Lansbury Unruffled

Demanding Behavior Makes Mom Shout and Scold

Nov 15, 2017
Parent seeks advice on handling demanding child's constant need for attention. Importance of setting boundaries, understanding child's emotions, and promoting healthier communication discussed.
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Quick takeaways

  • Children's behavior is driven by underlying needs, like seeking emotional connection and comfort.
  • Maintaining personal boundaries as a parent is crucial for fostering healthy social awareness and understanding limits.

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Understanding the Needs of a Child Seeking Attention

The podcast delves into a scenario where a parent is feeling overwhelmed by the constant attention-seeking behavior of her six-and-a-half-year-old daughter. Despite accommodating several requests from her daughter, the mother faces frustration when her child demands more attention. The podcast emphasizes that children's behavior is often driven by underlying needs, in this case, possibly the need to express emotions and seek comfort due to changes in the family dynamic with younger siblings.

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