What happened to etiquette and manners?
So much of what we expect of children and teens relates back to conscientious parenting. It is evident when I am introduced to children and teens whether or not they have been trained in proper introductions. As a psychologist, I am aware of the body posture, the vocal clarity, the eye contact and the handshake or specific response when meeting a child.
Teachers and parents used to place at least some importance on etiquette. But if it’s missing in a child with whom you are in a position to counsel or teach, it’s well within the scope of your expertise to teach children how to have manners, the proper way to speak to adults and emphasis on trying to remember the names of people when greeting them.
Teaching children and holding them accountable for courteous behavior and deportment always helps them better integrate with others in all types of situations.
Zari Alipour, Ph.D.
Making Wise Choices in a Disruptive Age
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