Work affairs can make parents seem to have no time for their children. As a result, children become less attention and affection. This should not be allowed to drag on, you know, because it can have a negative impact on the growth and development of children.
As they get older, children will become smarter and more independent. Some parents think that their child can be left alone to do things he likes or play alone, so it doesn't matter if they spend more time working or playing. me time.
Actually, this assumption is wrong. Whatever the age of the child, the attention and affection of parents is very much needed and plays an important role in supporting the process of growth and development.
The Impact That Occurs When Children Lack Parental Attention
The number of daily activities is not the reason Mom and Dad can't make time for their children, right? Because apart from providing nutritious food, good clothes, and a comfortable home, meeting the emotional needs of children is equally important.
Mothers and fathers need to know, there are many negative impacts that can be experienced by children if they are not paying attention from you, including:
1. Confidence crisis
One of the effects of the lack of parental attention to children is that children experience a crisis of confidence and consider themselves less valuable than their other friends.
This condition can be experienced by children when Mother and Father do not spend enough time with them, do not appreciate the positive things they have achieved, and do not know their abilities or achievements.
As a result, children will feel unrecognized, unloved, and uncared for. This can make him feel inferior or feel inferior when he wants to do something, especially in front of a crowd.
2. Mental disorders
Children who are less attentive than their parents usually have lower serotonin levels. In fact, serotonin is a hormone needed to improve mood.
In addition, children also become more irritable and depressed because their cortisol levels tend to increase. In the end, these two conditions make children more at risk for mental disorders, such as stress, anxiety disorders, to depression.
3. Not intertwined emotional bonding between children and parents
Making time for children or doing family time it is not enough just to accompany him to play and learn. There is also a need for attention, communication, or an attitude that can strengthen emotional bonding between children and parents. It is very important for a child's emotional, social and cognitive development.
If parents pay less attention to children, it is not impossible that the relationship between children and parents will be tenuous. Children can have difficulty getting close to their parents, pouring out their hearts, or telling stories that they experience every day.
4. Behavioral disorders
Lack of attention from parents can increase the risk of behavioral disorders in children, such as stealing, making trouble, and taking actions bullying. All these negative things are done by children solely to get attention from parents or those around them.
5. It's hard to be in a relationship
Because they don't have a close relationship with their parents, even a child who lacks attention from both parents can have difficulty establishing healthy relationships with other people.
This can cause the child to have no friends. As an adult, it is not impossible that children will find it difficult to establish relationships with their partners or co-workers later. This of course can affect the life and future of children.
6. Cognitive development is not optimal
Parental attention in the form of loving touches, such as hugs, kisses, and caresses, helps children's cognitive development, you know. Therefore, the lack of such stimulation can cause the child to experience intellectual problems, such as academic problems or speech delays.
The impact of lack of parental attention to children is not something that can be taken lightly. If not treated immediately, this condition can continue to affect the child's life into adulthood, even after he has a family.
So that Mom and Dad can give full attention to the child, try to make time no matter how busy you are. The goal is for children to feel cared for and not ignored. If necessary, limit use gadgets when you are at home, so that you spend more time with your children.
It's never too late for Mom and Dad to give enough attention to children. If Mom or Dad feels overwhelmed to divide time between work and family, even to the point of feeling depressed, don't hesitate to discuss with a psychologist to find the best solution.
