How can I help my child with poor social skills?

There are several steps parents can take to improve their child’s social skills.

1. Follow Their Interests. Enjoying others will come more naturally when a child is doing something they are genuinely interested in.
2. Learn to Ask Questions.
3. Practice Role Playing.
4. Teach Empathy.
5. Know Your Child’s Limits.
6. Be a Good Role Model.

How do I learn social cues?

8 ways to help your grade-schooler learn social cues

1. Practice making eye contact.
2. Encourage attention.
3. Observe your child’s expressions.
4. Notice other people’s body language.
5. Discuss what’s expected in different situations.
6. Point out pitch and tone.
7. Practice inflections.
8. Role-play common scenarios.

How can I learn to read non-verbal intuitive cues?

You must surrender to other vital forms of information so that you can learn to read the important non-verbal intuitive cues that people give off. To do this, you must also be willing to surrender any preconceptions, or emotional baggage such as old resentments or ego clashes, that stop you from seeing someone clearly.

How do you respond to similar feedback from other people?

Ask yourself whether you have gotten similar feedback from others. If so, it is more likely to be accurate and reasonable. Stop yourself from responding and listen to what they are saying. Ask for specific examples to ensure that you understand what they mean.

How do you deal with negative feedback?

Remember that no one likes getting negative feedback, but if the feedback is accurate, it will save you more pain later. Ask yourself whether the person is giving the feedback with good intentions and is trying to be helpful. Ask yourself whether you have gotten similar feedback from others. If so, it is more likely to be accurate and reasonable.