Wednesday September 16, 2009, 10:35 pm
""If you have a shy child and the parents don't deal with it off the bat, you are looking at a child who is more likely to feel insecure in school, to develop social anxiety, and eventually what we see is that these children won't even attend school," said Psychotherapist Meghan Lemery.

As a parent, it's hard to see your child struggling with others because they're shy. And be careful not to become overprotective; it makes matters worse.

"I call it the hovering parent. This is potentially not good for a child in developing their social skills and developing their comfort with other peers. The best thing you can do is absolutely attend the event with the child but try to be in the other room so they know they can eyeball you, touch base with you, you are there, they feel secure," said Lemery."

Read more at site..

Thursday September 17, 2009, 12:31 am
Thanks Dee!

Thursday September 17, 2009, 12:41 am
I think shyness is just sensitivity. Some children need more coaching than others. Thanks Dee.

Thursday September 17, 2009, 7:00 am
thanks de it for parent ot know lot kids are that

Thursday September 17, 2009, 7:09 am
Thank you sweetie.

Thursday September 17, 2009, 7:11 am
Thank you Dee. I grew up a shy person and had to learn to overcome it as an adult. Parents can do so much to help a child instead of ignoring the problem and hoping it will go away later.

Thursday September 17, 2009, 7:54 am
Had a long comment...

Now just want to say thanks for this!!!

By the way I too was a extremly shy girl when young, didn't have my parents around both worked, but in high school through my girlfriends I became one of the most outspoken - outgoing people around, much to the dismay of my parents who did like me to be shy and quiet!

Well...I did out grow it and now am painfully outspoken to a horrible fault!!!

Thursday September 17, 2009, 9:35 am
I believe some of us are born Introverts & some Extroverts. I'm comfortable with people I know & I'm a good listener. I'm also a Mom & Grandma & being like this has worked for me. I feel you can't force something that just isn't there IMO

Thursday September 17, 2009, 11:27 am
Thannxxx. agreed... let children be free to express themselves, only encourage a child and help them to feel good about themselves can give them more confidence

Thursday September 17, 2009, 2:38 pm
Tks Dee.

Thursday September 17, 2009, 4:45 pm
Thanks Dee!

Thursday September 17, 2009, 5:38 pm
Thanks Dee

Sunday September 20, 2009, 5:19 pm
TY, Dee. Positive reinforcement, love, and building a child's confidence is important for children. I know some shy adults, and they are good listeners!! Good article. TY for post.