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Is it possible to help a difficult child too much??
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<blockquote data-quote="Nomad" data-source="post: 146822"><p>Very generally speaking, I think it depends on the diagnosis of the child and the age of the child. However, it really is a tough call because all individuals, regardless of their circumstances need to understand that they are fully responsible for their choices and actions. I think sometimes if we help too much, they lose sight of this and this is extremely detrimental for them. So, holding them accountable for inappropriate behavior is very important. Helping a child, especially a young child, who greatly struggles due to special needs to me seems like a worthwhile thing to do since I have concerns that they will miss out on a proper education and learning socially. But, as they mature, it is vital that they also learn to accept their differences and even if their struggle is greater than others that they know, they will have to make their own path in life. It can get very complicated when adult children do things that are dangerous to themselves and others. Bottom line, I do think it is possible to help too much. It is a fine line. Teaching a child personal reponsibility is vitally important.</p><p> </p><p>p.s. Susie...looking forward to exploring the Love and Logic link...Thank you.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Nomad, post: 146822"] Very generally speaking, I think it depends on the diagnosis of the child and the age of the child. However, it really is a tough call because all individuals, regardless of their circumstances need to understand that they are fully responsible for their choices and actions. I think sometimes if we help too much, they lose sight of this and this is extremely detrimental for them. So, holding them accountable for inappropriate behavior is very important. Helping a child, especially a young child, who greatly struggles due to special needs to me seems like a worthwhile thing to do since I have concerns that they will miss out on a proper education and learning socially. But, as they mature, it is vital that they also learn to accept their differences and even if their struggle is greater than others that they know, they will have to make their own path in life. It can get very complicated when adult children do things that are dangerous to themselves and others. Bottom line, I do think it is possible to help too much. It is a fine line. Teaching a child personal reponsibility is vitally important. p.s. Susie...looking forward to exploring the Love and Logic link...Thank you. [/QUOTE]
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