The term insecurity is intimately related to the concept of security and the latter is based specifically on the "I", on the feeling of personal worth, self-respect, self-esteem; that is, about the feelings of oneself about their own worth. The insecurity in the child can cause feelings of fear that prevent him from enjoying his school and social activities.
Manifestations of Conduct of an Insecure Child
This type of children prefer to play alone, and shun group participation activities, refusing to compete for fear of failing, trying to pass unnoticed. They usually maintain a constant sweating, blushing frequently, they need constant approval to be able to perform their tasks.
They have little participation and collaboration in school activities, since they are not very communicative and speak quietly, they tend to erase their school work frequently, sometimes they do not finish them because they say they are poorly prepared. Their anxieties are constant and they submit to the will of other children, and they are not able to face situations of conflict or aggression.
Recommendations on Unsafe Child Care
Discover your skills and abilities in the child and motivate him to participate in activities where he succeeds.
Facilitate your participation in group activities.
Congratulate the child every time he succeeds in any activity, however small it may be.
Avoid ridiculing the child in front of others.
Be patient, many children need more time to gain confidence in people.
Encourage activities such as group dynamics, on the importance of expressing our emotions and thoughts.
Encourage the child whenever he is confused or unsure of himself.
Demonstrate through your daily attitude that you are willing to listen.
Encourage the child to express or communicate what is related to personal and material belongings: friends, family, toys and others.