Losing a loved one can be an extremely traumatic experience. When it is a child losing a parent, the trauma is even worse. Stability, which is fundamental to a child’s growth and development is likely to suffer when a child is raised by a single parent. If handled well, these children can develop into extremely talented and responsible individuals.
The following strategies can come handy in facilitating these children to develop into emotionally healthy adults:
LOOK OUT FOR SIGNS
If you observe a particular child who stays very quiet, in a sad mood or is mostly aloof, it is important you attend to it. Probably, the child is struggling internally and needs your help.
TAKE A GENUINE INTEREST IN THE CHILD’S LIFE
It is crucial to be genuinely interested in the child’s life. Get to know the child’s family dynamics, his routine, hobbies and interests.
BUILD THE TRUST
After watching parental figures fall apart, child’s trust is among the first few things that gets damaged. It is extremely important to help them regain their trust and faith in life.
ACCENTUATE THE POSITIVE
Praise the child generously for all his good qualities and deeds. Help the child see himself in a positive light. Your positive words can have a huge impact!
MOTIVATION WORKS WONDERS!
Help the child see what he is good at. Motivate him that he can do much better and could aim for the stars. Encourage his ideas and help him reflect on his ambitions in life.
ENCOURAGE CATHARSIS
Children go through oodles of complex emotions when their families are unstable. They need help in identifying and processing these feelings. Most importantly, to need to release these feelings.
PREVENT SELF-BLAME
Often, children blame themselves when things are unruly within family. It is essential to help them understand it is not their fault.
BUILD SELF-ESTEEM
Each one of us has something special that defines us. One must take pride in one’s uniqueness.
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