Season 2 Episode #20: What to Do When Your Child Hits You

About this episode

Zazi and Tess discuss how to manage difficult behavior when a child hits or threatens to hit.

In this episode Zazi and Tess talk about managing difficult behaviour. What do you do as a parent or therapist if your child threatens to (or actually does) hit you?! It can be infuriating, hurtful and confusing but it is normal. Take a listen to learn how to be firm but fair when your child lashes out. For resources: https://www.patreon.com/youvegotthis For additional content: https://www.instagram.com/youvegotthispodcast/

People in this episode

Hosts: Zazi, Tess

Topics covered

• child behavior
• parenting
• discipline
• emotional management
• communication

Keywords

• child hits
• parenting advice
• behavior management
• emotional response
• firm but fair

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