SEC-S16/W2 - "Childhood trauma and incidents: how do they affect our children's life? "
Introduction
Children are gifts from God, but these special beings face a lot of problems in the world that come in different forms and manners. In today's post, I will discuss the problems faced by children, how to handle cyberbullying, and how we can educate our children about their bodies.
What are the problems faced by children, & which are all childhood traumas?
Peer Pressure: Even when a child has an excellent upbringing, the majority of their days are spent in school surrounded by their peers. It's no wonder kids are easily pressured into acting or doing certain things.
- They may be in desperate need of fitting in with others.
- When they are feeling left out amongst their peers.
- When they do things you know they wouldn't do.
Academic Pressure: Every child has their unique characteristics. Some kids can easily comprehend anything they are taught while others have to read several times before they can understand what they've learned. But some parents don't understand this and place expectations on their children.
Bullying This is a common occurrence children face. A situation where older kids or stronger kids prey on the weaker ones without caring about the consequences of their actions.
How to protect children from social bullying?
By educating the children on the common challenges they might face in school but should not blame themselves about it
It is crucial for parents, relatives, and educators to be vigilant and provide support to children who may be experiencing these issues because left on their own, some wouldn't let their parents in on what is going on with their lives.
Parents should encourage open communication, and monitor their children's activities regularly both online and offline. Bad parenting is leaving your child to visit any site they wish online without checking in what them.
They should create safe environments where children feel empowered to seek help and express themselves without fear.
How to educate our children about good touch and bad touch?
By teaching them the human body parts, in a PG-rated version, what each of them is used for. Create awareness but don't make it seem like it's forbidden, let them have the knowledge.
By using age-appropriate language and realistic examples to explain what boundaries and personal space mean. What someone can do that interpret to bad touch.
By encouraging open communication with your children and letting them know it's okay to say no to anything that makes them uncomfortable.
By role-playing scenarios that can help them understand what each part is all about and what to do in case they encounter any situations.
By reinforcing the idea that their body belongs to them and that no one should touch them inappropriately. Make them understand that no one has the power to force them into doing something they don't want to do.
By reminding them that they can always talk to a trusted adult about anything that worries them.
By empowering kids with knowledge and confidence, this way no one can deceive them into uncomfortable scenarios.
This way we can help keep them safe.
What do we have to sacrifice to raise a good child?
Not all heroes wear caps. Some actions are unseen but appreciated by people who know the worth of what had been sacrificed for them. Parents sacrifice a whole lot to raise a good child.
They give up their sleep, personal time, and sometimes even their dreams to ensure their child has the best upbringing possible.
A parent might forgo buying wrappers or clothes for themselves to clothe their children or use the money to buy school supplies.
Some parents would hawk foodstuffs, or do any kind of job just to raise money for their child.
Parents often put their own desires on hold to provide for their children, be it financially, emotionally, or physically.
It's a tough job, but seeing their child grow up to be kind, responsible, and successful makes it all worth it.
Conclusion
Children are smart and can learn fast. This should be an advantage in teaching them the necessary things they need to know from you first without having to fall prey outside.
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It is crucial for parents, relatives, and educators to be vigilant and provide support to children who may be experiencing these issues because left on their own, some wouldn't let their parents in on what is going on with their lives.
Parents should encourage open communication, and monitor their children's activities regularly both online and offline. Bad parenting is leaving your child to visit any site they wish online without checking in what them.
Quite some beautiful points you made in your post. I look forward to reading from you again. Sending my warm regards to you and success in the engagement.
Knowledge is key.
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In a way, there are children who feel group pressure because they see that they do not fit in with others and they do things to be part of that group without realizing that what they are going to create for them is trauma, even in that they do things that they They know that they are not well suited to fit in. Today's children go through difficult situations in which we must be aware.
If many children easily understand school activities but others do not and there they create problems that are not easy for them, bullying is another way of creating great traumas and problems for children.
We must educate our children first with values and that they understand the meaning of being themselves without having to do things to make others feel good, communication between parents, speaking appropriately.
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True. We must teach our children confidence and self-esteem. This way no one can intimate them or make them do things they wouldn't want to do.
Your post is amazing dear friend. You have mentioned some very major and common problems kids are facing these days. They are; peer pressure, academic pressure and bullying. All are very worse problems. Yes teaching children about the private parts and how to safe it is very much important.
I pray for your success in the contest.
Teaching them is important. This way, you create an awareness about things they should avoid.
Your article is very interesting and important, you have done well by mentioning a lot of ways children are being affected in the society. Especially that of peer pressure and being bully, because I have also passed through such challenges while I was still in Secondary School but I was strong enough to face them and conquer the bullying part.
Your piece is wonderful, I wish you success
I too passed severe bullying from seniors who would use any opportunity they find to intimidate the younger students.
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Your post provides a comprehensive and insightful look into the challenges children face from peer pressure to academic stress and bullying. The practical advice on protecting children from social bullying is commendable emphasizing the importance of open communication monitoring online activities and creating safe environments. Your guidance on educating children about good touch and bad touch is equally valuable with a focus on age appropriate language open communication and empowering them with knowledge and confidence. A well-rounded and informative read for parents and caregivers. Well done!
Bullying is common in school, and its not funny. It is something parents should learn about and implement to help their children.
Having an open communication helps notice when something is wrong with your child. It's alos about educating them about right and wrong.
Indeed children are special gifts from God and it is up to us the parents to ensure that they do not have to face some certain life trauma by dedicating our time and resources in ensuring that they have a good and better life
They are and should be equipped with enough protection and knowledge.
You have spoken correctly, those trauma shouldn't repeat itself again.
You give your well done thought about trauma that get kids. And I really appreciate your think that parents also should encourage. Because it is very necessary to encourage. I really appreciate your think , your try. Well, best of luck for contest
Something affected our childhood, it's left to us to ensure that it doesn't happen again to our children.