How to Get Your Child to Stop Biting People
Children may bite people when they are excited, frustrated, or scared. Help prevent future episodes with these steps.
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You Will Need
- Persistence
- Patience
Steps
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Step 1
Tell them it is wrong
Firmly tell your child that biting is wrong immediately after an incident.
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Step 2
Comfort bitten person
Comfort the person who was bitten in the biting child's presence.
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Step 3
Give them a time-out
Place the child in a "time-out" after they bite someone.
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Do not laugh. This will only encourage the child.
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Step 4
Explain that their behavior is wrong
Explain to the child why they were in a time-out and reiterate that biting is unacceptable.
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Step 5
Be a role model
Avoid spanking your child. They learn from your behavior. Be a good role model. Behave the way you want your children to behave.
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Humans have 32 permanent teeth, but only grow 20 baby teeth.
