Fears and worries are a natural part of children's growth and development. These fears can range from fears of monsters or the dark to deeper fears such as social anxiety. Although fears are common and normal for children, parents can help their children overcome them by following a few strategies.
UNDERSTANDING FEAR
One of the best, and most effective, ways to help a child overcome his fears is to help him understand them. Parents should explain to their children in an understanding way what fear is and how it feels. This will help the child understand his or her own fear and learn how to handle it appropriately.
DO NOT BELITTLE HIM
Another important point is not to ridicule their fears and apprehensions. Avoid downplaying their fears by underestimating them, which may seem like an effective strategy from an adult perspective, but makes them feel insecure and can be counterproductive when it comes to facing that particular fear.
REAL VS. FICTITIOUS FEAR
Parents should also help their children set appropriate boundaries between what is real and what is not. This means that parents should make sure children know when to be afraid and when not to be afraid. This will help them distinguish between real and imaginary fears.
STRATEGIES
In addition, parents can teach their children strategies to help them manage their fears. These strategies may include deep breathing, visualization, muscle relaxation, exercise, and distraction. These tools will help children manage their fears and feel more confident.
BE THEIR MODEL
Parents should also be a role model for their children when it comes to overcoming fears. This means parents facing their own fears and showing their children that they can overcome them. The example will help children feel more confident knowing that their parents go through the same things they do and are able to face their fears.
EMOTIONAL SUPPORT
Finally, parents should make sure their child feels supported. This means that parents should be supportive of their children and offer emotional support when needed. This will help children feel secure and accepted, which will make it easier for them to overcome their fears.
In conclusion, fears and worries are a normal part of children's growth and development. However, parents can help their children to overcome these fears little by little. From the specialized psycho-pedagogical cabinet of Logos Nursery School Nursery School in Las Rozas de Madrid we can help you to do so.
