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Hi Nadine,
Many children with social challenges crave attention from their peers and aspire to be perceived as interesting and cool. This can lead some to stretch the truth or concoct completely outrageous stories to capture that attention. Often, they may not realize when their tales move from "perhaps believable" to "outright unbelievable." Unfortunately, once their peers catch on to the falsehoods, these children can develop a reputation as liars.
As a parent, it's important to guide your child toward healthier ways to receive attention and interact with others, especially for those facing social difficulties. Here are 5 tips to help you understand and manage this behavior in children:
Tip 1: Understand the ‘Why’
Begin by exploring the root cause of this behavior. Children, especially those with conditions like Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or social anxiety, might feel unnoticed or overshadowed by their peers. Telling shocking stories might be their way of capturing immediate attention and making themselves memorable. This behavior signals a desire to connect, albeit without the necessary social skills.
Tip 2: Discuss the Risks
Help your child understand the risks associated with telling sensational stories. If peers realize a child frequently fabricates stories, they'll likely become skeptical of everything the child says. Such a reputation can be hard to reverse READ MORE
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Warmly,
Nadine Briggs, CEO
Simply Social Kids
Co-author of the How to Make and Keep Friends book series
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