How to talk to children about testing?
Children respond better when parents are relaxed and convey a positive feeling when providing information. Enthusiasm for the office and the person your child will be working often helps reduce anxiety. It will be helpful to speak in an age appropriate way and tell children that everyone learns differently. Followed by how we are going to do some tasks that are “kind of like games” to help us figure out how he/she “learns best”. Kids typically don’t need a lot of detail but want just enough so they feel comfortable. Helping your child feel at ease about the process in advance can set the stage for a positive experience at the center. Due to individual differences, some parents may choose to offer a reward or incentive to their child to increase motivation while others do not.
