Children learn from what they see. To prevent violence, parents need to model appropriate ways to manage problems, conflict, anger, and stress. Parents and other caregivers can help children learn to deal with emotions without using violence, and they can practice specific strategies to prevent violent behavior. Every child needs a strong, loving relationship with a caring adult to feel safe and secure and to develop a sense of trust. Ensure that children are supervised and guided.
Children learn important social skills by interacting with others in well-supervised activities.
Unsupervised children often have behavioral problems that can lead to violence. Model appropriate behaviors. Children learn by example. Discuss problems with them and help them learn to resolve conflicts nonviolently. Do not hit children.