Jane Hawkins

My Defiant Child Jane Hawkins

Parenting in and of itself is an overwhelmingly challenging experience. Isolation, guilt, fear, disappointment, worry, anger, and many other emotions are all entirely natural when you are parenting a child with a behavioral disorder. While all parents will experience challenges in their parenting journey, none are quite the same as the challenges presented by a child with a tendency to be defiant. Sadly, it can force you to relentlessly question yourself as a parent, as the methods that work for other families do not work for you and your child. Without appropriate support, these battles you're contending with can make parenting a tremendously demanding experience; emotionally, physically, and mentally. Learning how to form a more peaceful atmosphere will grant you and your family access to a more positive, enjoyable space to co-exist. Through these shifts, it will become far easier for you to guide, teach, and raise your child in a positive manner, while experiencing the true joys of parenting. Whether you have been experiencing troubles right from the start, or they are related to a recent growth spurt, there is no reason why you should not be able to experience relief from these challenges. Through adjustments in your mindset, a deeper understanding of how you can support your child, and more effective parenting strategies, you can discover the best way to parent your child with success.