Unwanted touching can create distress for children and their friends. This guide offers practical parenting tips to help address and prevent inappropriate touching.

To help your child manage unwanted touching, consider the following strategies:

• Teach Good Behaviors: Encourage your child to adopt positive behaviors that can replace unwanted actions. For instance, when they feel the urge to touch someone inappropriately, guide them to 'put on' good behaviors like putting their hands in their pockets.
• Use Visual Cues: Suggest that your child think of their hands as being in 'handcuffs' when they feel tempted to touch someone. This mental image can help them remember to keep their hands to themselves.
• Practice Alone: Allow your child to practice these behaviors in private. This can make them feel more natural and comfortable when they are in social situations.

For further guidance on managing unwanted touching and fostering healthy boundaries, consider reaching out to local parenting groups or child psychologists who specialize in childhood behavior.