Shyness among children is a common phenomenon. Shyness has a deep impact on child’s future depending upon how he/she and her parents tackle it. Many a times, parents fail to realize the basic nature of a kid. It has been observed that some parents take child’s shyness or aloofness as a sign of disobedience and arrogance whereas some other finds it a good sign. They assume a child is shy because he is quiet and gentle in nature but truth is far from that. The situation demands much more understanding from the parents. The most common fallout of a shy child is his avoidance of basic social interactions at all costs. Introverted children also find it difficult to mix up with other kids. They avoid sports and any social activity demanding group participation. This adversely affects their physical, mental and emotional growth.
Excessively shy children are prone to social phobia when they grow up. They even feel hesitant in sharing their emotions, interacting with peers and social outings. This makes him isolated and completely stunts his growth and development. It is the responsibility of parents to try and work on building child's self confidence at every stage of life. Shyness comes from lack of confidence or lack of attention. Parents should provide kid the attention he is craving for.
It is important to encourage child to socialize with children of his age. Prompt him to play with other kids. Parents can also think of organizing interesting games at home where child will be joined by other kids of his age. This way, he will be able to relax and enjoy more. Don’t make any comparisons of your child with other kids. This instigates inferiority complex. If nothing helps, take your child to a counselor.
