The phenomenon of learned helplessness is established in early childhood, when the child understands that he cannot control the outcome of the event. No matter what efforts the child makes, the situation remains uncontrolled.
Learned helplessness is much easier to prevent in childhood than to reap its benefits at an older age. Accordingly, the work of parents is important.
Often the child is afraid of failure, as he has already experienced a bitter personal experience in this situation. However, this is not a reason to become depressed. The first thing to do is explain to the child about the existence of victories and defeats in life. Teach your child to objectively highlight the positive qualities that can be extracted from the lesions.
The child’s personal helplessness often goes along with personality traits such as isolation, timidity, and shyness. In no case do not limit the child in communication, even if he is experiencing difficulties in this. Only the experience of repeatedly passing the same situation can lead to positive results. The child will understand that there is nothing to fear.
Teach your child to communicate with peers without conflict. This will help to effectively analyze the root of the problems and find their optimal solutions. Play several conflict situations in your family. Having met with them in life, the child will feel much more confident.