When working with disabled children, it is important to remember that they are absolutely the same children as their peers around them without disturbances in physiology. This suggests that children with disabilities also want to lead an active lifestyle, communicate with other children, play, go to school and discover something new for themselves.
Instructions
Step 1
Working with disabled children requires special education from the teacher. Before starting work, it is advisable to consult with a psychologist of an educational institution about which features correspond to a particular child. There are also “leaders” and “outcasts” among children with disabilities. In general, children with any physical disabilities are distinguished by a high culture of personality. However, some children may behave aggressively. The malice that comes from them expresses their pain. To avoid negative contact at the first meeting, it is necessary to show the child that he is worth something. Boost your child's self-esteem. Find out what he is interested in, praise the child for the work he has ever done, for his past successes.
Step 2
When working with a disabled child, it is important to find out what specific problems they are worried about. The main problem is the lack of opportunities for self-expression. Often, the interests of the child do not coincide with the range of opportunities that the environment offers him. You should inquire at the school, as well as in the nearby institutions of additional education, about what circles and sections exist in order to provide the child with the most varied choices.
Step 3
The next problem is the sphere of the child's communicative interaction with others. Contacts of children with disabilities are often limited to the home environment. It is necessary to empower the child, provide him with the opportunity to make friends with peers or people older than himself. Currently, the Internet provides such an opportunity. However, it will never replace completely live communication. Therefore, more often go out with a disabled child to any events.
Step 4
When working with disabled children, it is also important to take into account their complexities and an overestimated sense of inferiority. When interacting with children, try not to put him in a situation where his opportunities could be infringed. If you see that the child has low self-esteem, then any kind word on your part can raise it. Be kind and sincere. Children are sensitive to being treated without respect. Only mutual trust and sympathy can create a tandem that will subsequently lead to certain results. Try to be closer to the child. Support him in difficult times. Do not be dry or unemotional when dealing with disabled children.
