Child Aggression: Understanding & Managing Behavior

Children lash out when they feel tense, frightened, or isolated, and lose their sense of connection.

To have fun and feel safe and loved.

They may lash out at other children.

<p>When a child feels safe, they will show how they feel.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Feelings of disconnection and isolation, such as when a child is dropped off at daycare and feels abandoned.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>No, children don't intend to be mean.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fear, sadness, or feelings of loneliness</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Enough caring and love to allow them to heal</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They signal for help, even though they may not look frightened</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Difficult birth, medical treatments, family tensions, unhappiness of others, and absence of loved ones</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By moving close, offering a warm connection, and listening to them</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Their feelings of fear and aggression are drained, and they begin to feel more connected to others</p> Signup and view all the answers