Why Is My Child's Behaviour So Challenging? Looking Beyond the Behaviour

The Demands Placed on Them Feel Too Great

Sometimes what looks like unwillingness is actually difficulty.

A child may struggle with transitions, organisation, working memory, attention or understanding what is expected.

For example, being told to "go upstairs, get changed, brush your teeth and put your things away" might feel straightforward to an adult, but overwhelming to a child who finds sequencing and executive functioning difficult.

Breaking tasks into smaller steps and providing clear, predictable instructions can help.