Why do children whine?
When you are a child, not many things are within your control. You are often expected and made to do things against your wishes. You may be completely bored, but you still need to tag on with mommy until she finishes shopping for vegetables. You may be longing for dad’s attention, but he’s too busy reading the morning’s newspaper to give it to you. Children virtually have no power, and have to ask for permission for everything from having an extra spoon of ice cream to removing their shoes. Naturally children will need to vent their frustrations and express their unhappiness at decisions they are forced to abide by because they are powerless to do otherwise. When parents ignore a child’s protests, these protests slowly fade into an annoying whine. Parents ignore the whining until it gets so loud and pronounced that they can take it no longer. They then snap or lose their temper at the kids, who shut up. The reason for whining is not addressed at all. The minute your child starts to whi
