Comments on: 9 Tips to Get Kids to Listen

By: Lisa

Lisa — Wed, 29 Aug 2018 14:03:31 +0000

Such a nice article, thank you for sharing this!

By: Nicole Schwarz

Nicole Schwarz — Thu, 25 Jun 2015 19:26:39 +0000

In reply to Jess Myers. That sounds frustrating! It's difficult for me to give a detailed response without knowing more information. In general, if he is fighting for control, I would look for tons of ways for him to feel in control throughout the day. Depending on your son's age, things like picking out clothes, choosing from a few breakfast, lunch or snack options, doing homework now or after 15 minutes of play, brushing teeth before or after putting on pjs, etc. I would also suggest decreasing the number of commands you give him throughout the day. Focus on the big, important things and leave the rest for now (or use visual charts, timers, or notes to keep him on track). Hopefully these 2 suggestions will decrease the resistance you're getting.

By: Nicole Schwarz

Nicole Schwarz — Thu, 25 Jun 2015 19:12:59 +0000

In reply to Audra. Yes! Always have your child's hearing tested by a doctor if you have any concerns. This is not a true test of a child's hearing, more of a challenge for those kids who can hear well, but have "sudden" hearing loss for something like getting ready for bed or turning off the TV.

By: Jess Myers

Jess Myers — Thu, 25 Jun 2015 03:33:44 +0000

These are all such good reminders. I enjoyed reading the article, but I have a question for the author. She listed several underlying problems, but I am wondering what she would suggest for the child that hears you and understands you, but straight up with every fiber in his body can not do what you ask simply because of control? My child is very capable and understands several commands at one time. The problem I am facing with him is the simple fact that he just has to be in control. Any thoughts on that kind of child?

By: Alida

Alida — Tue, 23 Jun 2015 05:11:04 +0000

In reply to Deb Maxwell. Great ideas!

By: Jamarcus Dantley

Jamarcus Dantley — Mon, 22 Jun 2015 16:03:00 +0000

I am definitely one of those that gets frustrated when my kids don’t listen. It seems like no matter what I do the never respond. I like your first tip about making sure that I have a strong connection with them first. I’ll be sure to make sure that’s established from now on.

By: Deb Maxwell

Deb Maxwell — Sat, 20 Jun 2015 16:34:54 +0000

This is great advice! My son had real difficulty with transitions. I found warnings like, “we are leaving in 5 minutes” ineffective. I had better luck with more concrete warnings (often combined with choices): Would you like to do one more slide or two more slides before we leave? Another technique that helped was giving him a job/challenge. “Do you think you can carry these books to the car all by yourself?”

By: Audra

Audra — Wed, 17 Jun 2015 19:19:27 +0000

In reply to Marilyn.

Absolutely. The whisper test tells you nothing. Kids can have loss in one or both ears, partial or severe loss only in certain frequencies…
Always have your kid’s hearing checked by a doctor if you think there is even the remotest possibility of hearing loss as soon as possible.

By: Marilyn

Marilyn — Tue, 16 Jun 2015 07:01:08 +0000

Thank you so much. This article was so helpful and I’m already starting
My goal for tomorrow. Just one VERY IMPORTANT THING. The test your children’s hearing by whispering will not give you indication if there’s a hearing problem. Reason why is bec they could very well hear a whisper when you’re close by and not hear a yell because deafness can cause one to hear background noise first if the person isn’t close by. In other words rhey hear a whisper but not you yelling their name across the hall.