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Protocols for Excellent Parenting & Improving Relationships of All Kinds | Dr. Becky Kennedy

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The Impact of Yelling at Kids

Yelling at children can have profound implications on their emotional and psychological development. When a child is yelled at by a caregiver, the safety and security they rely on gets disrupted, creating confusion and fear. Children interpret this inconsistency as a threat from their primary source of safety, leading to heightened stress and feelings of terror. Without timely and empathetic repair after the outburst, children often internalize the experience, developing self-blame or self-doubt as coping mechanisms. This internalization manifests in adulthood as feelings of inadequacy or difficulty trusting one's own perceptions and emotions. It's crucial for parents to engage with their children post-conflict, acknowledging feelings and fostering connection, instead of leaving them alone with their fears. This approach can transform a distressing event into an opportunity for emotional processing and healing, significantly altering its potential long-term impact on the child's psyche.

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