Guide: What to do if your child is an introvert

Is your child an introvert? Don't know what to do? We guide you!

Ah! being an introvert isn’t easy. If you are an introvert, it means that you don’t open up to a lot of people.

In this article...

• What is it to be an introvert?
• What can you do if your child is an introvert?

Well, it’s perfectly fine if you’re an introvert, nobody is judging you on this. We all have a private space wherein we get to introspect and reflect upon the decisions we’ve made.

Much like anybody and everybody else, it is absolutely normal for kids and teenagers to be introverts. Parents can step in if and when they realise that their child is an introvert.

Here are a few interesting things you can do in case your kid is an introvert:

Reading 

Introverts can make use of their time by reading books and short stories. It goes without saying that most readers love fiction and poetry. In case your child isn’t fond of reading literature, you can make him/her develop a taste for news articles and editorial pieces. 

A good thing about reading is that it is highly productive and helps build a strong vocabulary. All those planning to make the most of their time at home can try out reading without second thoughts.

Talk to your child in person

The idea is to indulge in hearty conversations. Talk to your children about the insecurities they might be facing. It is a given fact that introverts do not open up to a lot of people, but parents can be an exception. Talking to your kids about everyday things such as their academic progress and the problems/challenges they are facing in it. This can help a great deal in breaking the ice.

The idea is to let them know that someone is always listening.

Have family discussions at home

Hold general, healthy discussions at home so that everybody, even the kids get a chance to open up. Indulging in friendly banters can help maintain a healthy atmosphere at home. This also allows children to develop a sense of humour.  This step might sound a bit obvious but it goes a long way in ensuring that everybody within the family remains in good stead.

Ask your kids to get involved in household chores. Bestow them with responsibilities so that they end up learning the art of being self-independent. 

All in all, you need to make sure that your children open up and share ideas whenever possible.

(Gulraj Bedi is a freelance writer with Children's Community Foundation)

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