7 behaviors that destroy our children’s psyche

We engage in many behaviors without realizing their psychological impact on our children, despite there being many actions that destroy our children’s psyche without our knowledge. Therefore, we must recognize some of these behaviors to avoid them for the sake of our children’s mental health:

• Not showing feelings of love and affection: A child always needs expressions of praise, kindness, pride, and the parents’ hugs and kisses.

• Discrimination in treatment between siblings: This sparks jealousy and leaves the child feeling frustrated, inferior, and unwanted.

• Holding the child accountable for every minor detail: Despite their limited capacity for attention and memory; a mother should provide guidance and advice while remaining flexible and forgiving, rather than indulgent.

• Neglect and lack of interest in the child’s affairs: Knowing that the child desires follow-up, being asked about their details, and engaging in discussion and dialogue.

• Excessive punishment: Some mothers resort to punishment and reprimand, which may reach the level of violence and hitting, causing psychological harm. It is better to rely on rewards, prizes, and motivation.

• Conditional love: When a mother links her love for her child to a specific behavior; it is better to explain the advantages and virtues of that behavior instead.

• Arbitrary refusal of a behavior or thing without giving reasons: Instead, it is better to have a purposeful and constructive dialogue based on persuasion.