Problem Solving at Home

  When trying to solve a certain problem, you probably have to ask yourself some sort of questions. It is always necessary to consider the this: who? ( who caused the problem) when? (the date the problem happened) where?( the place where the problem happened) what?( what the problem is) why? (the reason that problem happened) After asking yourself this questions , this is when you will be able to solve that problem without creating another problem for anybody.

Problem solving skills are the ability to identify problems, brain storm and analyse answers, as well as implement the best solution   Examples of problem solving skills 1. Creativity Sometimes finding the right solution will require you to step out of your comfort zone, think outside the box and push the envelop. 2. Communication When identifying possible solution, you need to know how to communicate the problem to others 3. Decision making Ultimately, you will need to make a decision about how to solve problems that arise. 4. Analysis Your analytical skills will help you understand problems and effectively develop solutions  5. Dependability It is one of the most important skills for problem solvers .

 Bullying Bullying is the activity of repeated , aggressive behavior intended to hurt another individual, physically, mentally or emotionally.  below are the pictures indicating some of the examples of bullying among children. 1. 2. 2.stigmatation  The act of treating someone unfairly by publicly disapproving of him/her. Stigma arises from a lack of understanding of mental illness and also because some people have negative attitudes or beliefs towards it.   3.Academic stress Finding school work difficult, or having problems concentrating in class if others are noisy and disruptive.

 Typically, effective problem-solving skills results in ''happier, more confident, and more independent'' individuals. When children tackle problems on their own or in a group, they become resilient. They learn to look at challenges from a fresh perspectives. Therefore, they take more calculated risks. Problem solving is important in child development because confident, capable children usually grow into confident, capable adults.  If learners practice problem solving consistently, they can develop greater situational and social awareness.  Problems solving skills are an important factor in academic and social success . Helping your children how to problem solve is a critical skill for school readiness. Parents and caregivers are a child's first and most important teacher, therefore modelling good problem skills is very important. Using effective problem solving techniques will help children avoid conflict with others in a school setting and in their everyday lives....

 

 Step 1: Naming and validating emotions When your child is upset, help her process the way she is feeling. Say something like, " I understand that you are upset because Jessica is playing with the toy you wanted." Step 2. Processing emotions Guide your child to her/ his calming space. If she /he doesn't have one, its a good idea to create one. let her/ him calm the body and process the emotions so she can problem solve, learn and grow. Step 3: Problem solving  Brainstorm solutions with your child, doing more listening than talking during the conversation . This allows your child to practice  problem solving skills, and more likely to actually implement the solution.