A child's emotional development: How a parent can help

Developing a child's emotional development shapes how their child manages their feelings and how they express themselves when they are happy or when they are sad. A parent can help a child's emotional development by:

• Helping their child identify their feelings and talking through ways to deal with different situations

• Talking about how other people have feelings and how their child behaves and treat other may impact on that person's feelings

• Encouraging their child to talk about situations so that their child learns that it is useful to share these thoughts and feelings with someone they trust

• Being looked after by other family members - to help the child become more independent so they are not always relying on mummy and daddy

• Eating meals together as a family - this is quality time where a child could be asked questions about their day and listened to by their parents

QUESTIONS YOU COULD BE ASKED ON THIS

Write down one way a parent may support a child's emotional development. (1mark)

By listening to their child's concerns

Explain two ways a parent may support a child's emotional development. (4marks)

Parents can listen to their child's feelings, validating their emotions, and providing comfort during difficult times. Emotional support helps children feel secure and understood, which is crucial for their emotional well-being. (5marks)

Parents can help their child learn to manage their emotions by teaching them emotional regulation skills. This can involve guiding them on how to express their feelings appropriately, helping them understand and label their emotions, and modeling calm behaviour. (5marks)

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