If the nature of children changes after illness, take care of them like this

When children recover from an illness, there can be a huge change in their energy and mood. Due to which their nature can change. Change in behavior is normally due to weakness directly after illness, but sometimes the main reason for this can also be hospital trauma. In such a situation, children can be taken out of this problem by taking care of some things.

Know the symptoms

After illness or due to hospital trauma, some changes can be seen in the child's nature such as irritability and anger, stress and restlessness, getting angry over small things, refusing to do any work, lying in bed all the time, etc.

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Sports and physical exercise-Activities like running, jumping, swimming or cycling can reduce the mental stress of children.

Artistic activities - Activities like painting, coloring, music therapy help children to express their feelings and they feel relaxed.

Breathing techniques and yoga-Breathing exercises and yoga adapted for children help in controlling their anger and keeping the mind calm. Children should practice these.

Storytelling and reading-Telling stories before sleeping at night soothes the mind of children. This shifts their attention from fear and anxiety to positive thinking.

Positive communication-Parents should understand the feelings of the child, let him speak openly and respond with love and patience.

Relaxation techniques-Listening to music, giving a light massage or simple methods of meditation help children to calm down mentally.