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Home › Articles › Discipline › Got a Biter?

Got a Biter?

Simple Strategies to Change Bad Behavior for the Better – Permanently

By Dr. Michele Borba

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may bite because they don't know how to handle their frustrations. It's up to us to help them find better ways to get their point across. Intervene immediately, saying, "You may not bite. Use your words to tell what you need." Then show how, by saying, "I want a turn" or "I'm mad."

  • If your child does hurt another child, focus your concern on the victim: "That must hurt. What can I do to help?" It will model to your child how to convey sympathy. Your child might offer a tissue or Band-Aid, draw a picture to apologize or offer to share a toy with the injured child.
  • And no matter what you hear from other parents, do not bite your kid back. You're only sending him the message that kids aren't allowed to bite, but adults are. And remember: Anticipating your child's bad behavior before it happens is always your best prevention.

    Behavior is learned. So make sure you're teaching your children the right way to behave; then don't stop until they do.


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