But if the child does not want to open up, let the subject go. If you can get them talking, gently ask what's wrong.
This can help to get them talking about what's bothering them.Įven if you do not start a conversation, you'll be making the child feel more comfortable with you, paving the way for them to open up to you about their problems. Comment on this by saying, "There are a lot of fights going on" or "It seems pretty frightening". Stressed and upset children often play fighting games with their toys. You can learn a lot about how they're feeling by simply spending time with them and watching them play. Look for clues in their playĬhildren express themselves through play as well as words. Grandparents, uncles, aunts, teachers or even a counsellor can all offer support. When there are problems at home, such as parents fighting, divorce or a death in the family, children can become withdrawn and upset.īeing able to talk to someone other than a parent is sometimes very helpful for children. If you think a child you know has a problem, it can be hard to know how to start talking to them about it. If you're worried about a child, encouraging them to talk can be very helpful, whether you're a parent, grandparent, friend or teacher.
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