I was wondering what peoplethink about a parent making their child do something they do not like to do, or does not enjoy doing . I have no clue what to think. What do you think?
2007-02-06 16:45:16 · 16 answers · asked by Confirmed Love? 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
I depends on what it is. I always believe in giving kids choices. You have to pick and choose your battles.
2007-02-06 16:49:03 · answer #1 · answered by broadwayaprilandtiffany 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
To an extent like parents make children take a bath, do chores, and home work. That is how they learn responsibility.
But some stuff children should not be forced to do, like if the parents want the child to play base ball, but the child wants to play foot ball or something the child should have the right to choose. Or if some one is touching them in a way that makes them feel uncomforable, the child should be able to say no and have the person back off.
2007-02-07 02:56:34 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hard to say, as I don't know if you mean a sport or eating brussel sprouts.
If it's a sport or activity, I don't think a child should be forced to participate. There are too many alternative activities out there to choose to make a battle out of it. There are enough battles in parenting without persisting with an avoidable one.
Try to put yourself in the child's shoes. If you were forced to do a sport or activity you hated, how much do you really think it would help you grow, mature and appreciate curricular activities?
Kids are people too.
If it's brussel sprouts being forced down their throats, how cruel can you be! LOL!
2007-02-07 00:54:00 · answer #3 · answered by alisongiggles 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Need more info, how old is the child and what are you referring to that the child does not want to do. Every child needs a parent that is in control or the child will be in for a rude awakening some day. But, I don't think a child should be forced to be a football player because that was his dads dream or forced to play a violin because thats his mother's dream.
Give us a "for instance question".
2007-02-07 03:00:32 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well it depends on what it is. Children dont want to clean their rooms or do chores but they should be made to do so. This will teach them valuable life lessons. If it is something like being made to play with someone they dont want to then I say no they shouldnt. Children have a sense when something is wrong and there could be hidden problems that make the child not want to be around someone. I hope this helps
2007-02-07 00:50:29 · answer #5 · answered by brookesingsalways 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the issue. Are we talking making them do their homework? Then no, it's not wrong at all. They may not like it but it's for their own good and later in life the child will understand that. Are we talking making them kiss hairy aunt Zelda goodnight? Then maybe, cause teaching a kid that you have to do somethings even when you are uncomfortable with them may be harmful later. Could lead to peer pressure issues and doing things because you are "supposed" to. Are we talking making them take ballet lessons or play baseball? Yeah, i wouldn't force a kid to do something if he/she hates it because they will resent you. If you feel strongly about the child having an after school activity then let him/her choose which one. But don't force him/her to play soccer cause you always dreamed of him/her being a soccer star.
2007-02-07 00:51:03 · answer #6 · answered by blhenne 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on what the child doesn't want to do and why the parent wants the child to do it. We often force our children to do things for their own safety and to ensure their futures. Forcing a child to do ballet because Mommy always wanted to be a dancer is never a good idea and could lead to resentment.
2007-02-07 00:51:18 · answer #7 · answered by J D 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This would depend. For example: my mom made me try soccer when I was 5 even though I really didnt want to, but I ended up playing for the next 10 years because I ended up loving it so much. My dad made me try a rollar coaster and I didnt like it so they didnt make me go on another one. I think you should try everything at least once. If the kid has made a commitment (like they are in the middle of the soccer season) and they decided they dont like it anymore, I think you should have them finish the commitment and then they dont have to go back next year.
2007-02-07 02:10:56 · answer #8 · answered by Andrea 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think it depends on what it is. If its going to camp or playing a sport then no because thats there life choices you have too let them also have a little choice in life too. But if is closer to not hanging out with bad people then its more of a big deal.
2007-02-07 00:51:16 · answer #9 · answered by corey #1 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would depend on what it is the parent wants the child to do.
2007-02-07 00:48:48 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋