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Parent-child discussion about peer conflict and social advice

Helping Anna cope with Jessica's exclusionary behavior

Behnam ยท 2026-07-16 22:40:50 to 2026-07-16 22:54:00

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Summary

Anna tells her family about a recurring problem with a girl named Jessica, who excludes her from a play shelter they built together and says hurtful things. The adults listen and help Anna understand that Jessica may be seeking attention and power by making others upset. They advise Anna not to show her upset, to walk away and do something else, and to avoid giving Jessica the reaction she wants. Anna relates this to the idea that Jessica wants to be like her and be 'twins,' but also wants to control her. The conversation is supportive and gives Anna a strategy to handle the situation.

Facts

  • Anna and Jessica built a shelter together at playtime.
  • Jessica excluded Anna from the shelter, sometimes saying Anna could build but not come in.
  • The shelter was two boxes tall.
  • Jessica did a star pose to block entry.
  • Anna says Jessica wants to be like her and dress the same, like twins.
  • Anna's mother previously said she would speak to Jessica's mother about the issue.
  • The adults explain that Jessica may be seeking attention and power through negative behavior.

Tasks

  • Anna is advised to not let Jessica see that she is upset.
  • Anna is advised to walk away and do something else when Jessica is mean.
  • Anna is advised to stop giving Jessica attention for bad behavior.

Issues

  • Jessica repeatedly hurts Anna's feelings by excluding her from activities.
  • Jessica seems to seek attention by being mean or naughty.
  • Anna feels upset and tries to understand why Jessica acts this way.