Why Children Scream And How You Should Act In This Situation
You have probably wondered why your children are screaming and how you should act in such a situation. In today’s article we are going to look at this topic.
Read on to learn how you, too, can keep your calm in these situations and still restore order.
Although screaming is easy to overcome with your help , your children can continue their screaming habits if provoked by their surroundings. Children scream to get attention.
If you are also looking for a solution to these situations, today’s article will help you.
Why do children scream
Here are just a few of the common reasons children scream without considering their tone of voice or the time of day, such as going to bed.
To get your attention
Young children do not yet know how to deal with their tone of voice. They also do not know which volume should be used at a particular time. Because of this, it’s normal for incidents to arise where they scream to show you something that will get their attention.
In a conversation, you should teach your children how to express themselves in public. Make sure you give them simple reasons that they can easily understand.
A tantrum to get something
If you deny your children something, they are sure to have a tantrum. The screaming begins immediately, accompanied by episodes of crying and dramatic seizures.
These tantrums occur both inside and outside the home. They are usually common in 2 to 4 year olds. In this case, your response to their tantrums will play a key role in solving the problem gradually.
By imitation
Children learn by imitation. As a result, they may have learned from a family member how to express themselves by shouting. Work with your children to control tone of voice in an intimate setting.
How do you act when my children scream?
If your child has a tantrum, stay strong. Don’t give in to your children. This will teach them to express themselves. Little by little, they will understand that they cannot always get what they want.
Try to negotiate with them. For example, offer them a sweet treat if they agree to help you with household chores. Tell them that only they can do this particular task, and no one else.
Don’t yell at your kids, as this will only make the problem worse in the long run. That way, you’ll teach them that yelling is a valid way to respond to something. Or that whoever screams the loudest is the winner.
What can I do to keep my children from screaming?
The goal is to teach them that shouting doesn’t do anything. Talk to your children and explain that when they are screaming, it is difficult to understand them. Or explain to them that shouting too often can mess up their voices.
If your children are too young to understand the conversation, try these tips:
- Satisfy their basic needs. If you and your children are going to be away from home for an extended period of time, make sure they have eaten, slept, and used the bathroom beforehand. This will help them avoid becoming overly moody or having a fit of anger.
- Take the time to scream with them. Turning the screaming into a match is the best way to ensure their cooperation. This will also quench your urge to scream or raise your voice while talking. At the end of the “screaming match” tell them to speak more quietly.
- Keep things entertaining. Make this part of your activities so your children don’t have a chance to even think about tantrums.
- Congratulate them on their good behavior. Let them know that you are very happy with their behavior, then reward them for it. Of course, you shouldn’t do this during a tantrum. Because they only associate it with the fact that they achieve what they want.
It is important to be and be patient as it is easy for children to forget what they have been taught. Because of this, you should be persistent in getting your children to stop screaming.
