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How important are techniques? The empathic approach to working with children
1Department of Children's Dentistry, UMDS Guys' Hospital, London, England.
ASDC Journal of Dentistry for Children
|January 1, 1995
Summary
Behavior management is fundamentally anxiety management for both children and adults. Effective strategies require empathy, not just technical application, addressing underlying anxieties for better outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Child Development
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- Traditional behavior management often focuses on techniques.
- Existing approaches may overlook the role of adult anxiety.
- Behaviorist and humanist psychology offer different perspectives.
Purpose of the Study:
- To reframe behavior management as anxiety management.
- To critically evaluate the efficacy of specific behavior management techniques.
- To emphasize the importance of empathy in managing behavior.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of behaviorist and humanist psychology.
- Critical analysis of common behavior management techniques.
- Discussion of non-technical approaches like voice control, facial expression, and empathy.
Main Results:
- Behavior management is intrinsically linked to managing anxiety in adults and children.
- Technique-based teaching of behavior management is questioned.
- Empathy emerges as a crucial element for effective behavior management.
Conclusions:
- Effective behavior management requires addressing underlying anxieties.
- Empathy and self-awareness are paramount for educators and caregivers.
- A nuanced understanding beyond mere techniques is essential for positive behavior change.