Why does my daughter complain so much?

Why does my daughter complain so much?

Sometimes kids complain because they want you to know that they’re dealing with some difficult feelings or some physical discomfort. If your child’s behavior requires further intervention, discipline the behavior, not the emotion. Say something like, “It’s OK to feel frustrated, but it’s not OK to throw things.”

Is it normal for a 9 year old to cry all the time?

And remember: “It’s normal and healthy to cry,” says Cameron. After all, lots of adults cry easily too. On the other hand, if your child suddenly becomes extremely moody or feels sad, and the feelings last longer than two weeks, consult your child’s doctor to rule out depression.

Do you still have a relationship with your daughter?

All I want is to have a relationship with her again. I love her so much. You do still have a relationship with your daughter, but, for whatever reason, it has changed. In your longer letter, you said you had lifesaving surgery a few years ago, after being chronically ill for most of your daughter’s life.

What should I do if my teenage daughter is rude?

Second, try to show you care, but back off. You want answers and intimacy, but you are likely to get neither by pushing for them. Keep suggesting little trips out – not every day, but occasionally – but be breezy if she doesn’t accept – don’t approach it as if your life depended on them.

Why do we have problems with our youngest child?

We have been having problems with our youngest child, who is 16, for the past 18 months. She is always angry and argumentative and talks very disrespectfully, mainly to me: we can’t even have a decent conversation any more.

How to talk to Your Daughter about what’s wrong?

Don’t talk to your daughter about “what’s wrong”, but about more general things (a tip: children tend to talk more if you are side to side with them and doing something else, a walk, cooking, or driving). Don’t be afraid of silence, or of a row.