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SOCIAL MEDIA DE-ADDICTION 1.       What is social media addition and how do you know that you are addicted to social media Spending more than required time on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, YouTube, etc. An unhealthy dependence on these interactive platforms leads to Behavioural problems especially in teens and young adults. Checking and scrolling through social media has become a popular activity for kids. Today even an eight years old kid has an account on Facebook and Instagram they know how to make reels, post a feed or a story. At a very small age, they isolate themselves from the real world. They are rather interested in making friends online than making friends in real. Being overly concerned about social media, the inability to stop or curb to log on to social media, and spending so much time and effort on social media comes in between other important aspects of life. Addiction to social media is like any other substance abuse. Signs...

ARE YOU ADDICTED TO SOCIAL MEDIA?   ANSWER WITH YES OR NO FOR THE FOLLOWING TEN STATEMENTS! 1.     The first thing I do when I get up in the morning is check my Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat and twitter. 2.     In between my work, I do check my phone to see if I get any new notification. 3.     While eating, I scroll through new feeds. 4.     When I am bored, I check my social media accounts. 5.     When I am out with friends or family for kunch or dinner, I like to share what I am eating on social media via stories or posts. 6.     When I am out for a movie, I like to share a snap of it as a story. 7.     I get irritated or frustrated when my interest stops working while I am using Instagram or Facebook or Snapchat. 8.     I keep checking my phone to see the number of likes and comments on my posts. 9.     I get affected with nega...

  COMMON PARENTING MISTAKES 1.       Having unrealistic expectations and perfection from the child - this makes child feel frustrated and anxious. They start believing that whatever they do is not good enough. This develops low self esteem in them when they fail or do not match expectations of their parents. 2.       Being inconsistent with your child – someday you are very strict or sometimes you just giving in for their demands, sometimes by not being there at all. This inconsistent behavior of parents can confuse the child that how will their parents react to a certain situation. 3.       Not allowing kids to express their feelings - a child needs to express how they feel freely. Parents should allow them to express themselves whether they are happy, sad, fear or they want to cry. It is important for emotional well being and development of child. 4.       Saving them from...

  BEHAVIOR INCENTIVE PLAN The Reward system works as positive reinforcement. When kids perform well at school, in any competition, they receive a trophy or a certificate of recognition from teachers in front of everyone. This encourages them to work more hard in that field. Similarly, if a child does something wrong, like being caught cheating or hitting someone, or bullying, then he/she is punished. Negative reinforcement is given so that children do not repeat the same mistake in the future. Reinforcements according to the behavior of the child are important. If a child is behaving well then positive reinforcement in form of rewards is a way to encourage them to continue good behavior. Stressing on positive behavior helps to build self-esteem in children. It is very important to keep in mind what rewards are you giving. It should not be expensive. It is important to reward kids in the right way. Understand the difference between a reward and a bribe. The reward is...

 ANCIENT VALUES At an early life stage children should be introduced to moral values. Values are important to build the right character of the child.  Respect for elders and fellow beings: Respect is the most important value that is to be taught to our kids. Paying respect to elders by touching their feet, seeking their blessings, folding hands, and greeting politely is part of Indian culture.  Respect for all religions: India is a land of diverse religions. No matter which religion you follow, it is important to teach your child that all religions are equal and one should respect them.   Love for the family: Learning to accept others first comes by learning to accept family members. Respecting and showing unconditional love to the family with all hearts is a need to teach our children. It teaches the ability to respect other choices even if you do not agree with them. Helping each other: Be it, anyone, in family, neighbourhood, schoo...