Using consistent consequences for
Recognize what you want to see:
Sticking with it, staying calm, coming up with new ideas, trying again.
Use the skill:
Possible praise: “Nice job sticking with it.”
Possible negative consequence: remove the frustrating toy or activity, or have the child take a break to calm down
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Purpose:
Children should not be given negative consequences for having emotions. Feeling angry, frustrated, or sad is completely normal and OK. Try to use your other PC-CARE skills before commands when your child is frustrated.
