A common parental reaction to a child with special needs is parental overprotection. Parental behavior suggestive of this includes:
a. Giving inconsistent discipline.
b. Providing consistent, strict discipline.
c. Forcing child to help self, even when not capable.
d. Encouraging social and educational activities not appropriate to child's level of capability.
ANS: A
Parental overprotection is manifested by the parents' fear of letting the child achieve any new skill, avoiding all discipline, and catering to the child's every desire to prevent frustration. The overprotective parents usually do not set limits and or institute discipline, and they usually prefer to remain in the role of total caregiver. They do not allow the child to perform self-care or encourage the child to try new activities.
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