I have a 4 yr old daughter that has down syndrome I am not really sure what to do as far as discipline.?

Answer 1

I am a single mother with two boys, 5 and 7,with autism. After they were diagnosed I didn't know what to do or how to raise them. I read lots of books looking for answers. Finally I read a book that said "you raise them as if they didn't have a disability". That was all I needed to know. I know their limitations as to what they understand but they are trainable. I accomplish this by withholding privileges such as TV or toys, time-outs and some corporal punishment. You also have to learn to pick your battles, some things are just out of their control. I hope this helps.

Answer 2

all children test the limits you know when she understands that shes doing wrong and must be disciplined do not dismiss bad behavior because of her disability you will only be giving her unrealistic expectations of the world you must remember that your goal is the same as any parent , giving your child the tools skills and knowlege she will need to be a productive member of society when you are gone to do less by treating her special will only make her life more difficult later we have a 7yr old special needs child and he is a constant challenge and there are times when I am tempted to excuse his behavior but I know that there are times when helping aint helping It always helps me to remember that if we were raising a child our job would be done but we are attempting to raise an adult who can take care of himself this is always a challenge but his special needs demand that we have to be that much better teachers thatn we were with the older boys . We will be rooting for you as we know what you are going through you are in our prayers

Answer 3

I am also a carer for my daughter who has learning difficulties,I know we dont like to discipline our children,if she does something naughty,let her know in a gentle but firm way,try to make eye contact with her as this usually works,do as you would with any other child,you are not a bad mother if you give her into trouble now and again,I hope this helps.

Answer 4

When a child has special needs you need to consult a professional about teaching and discipline and any other issues.The pros who work with these kids on a daily basis know how they tick and how to deal with them i would do that if i were you.