Whats the treatment for bedwetting?
when wet. Parents may choose to give the child age-appropriate rewards (positive reinforcement) for dry nights. Because there are several theories regarding the cause nighttime wetting, there are a variety of therapies available based on the premise of each of these theories. However, no one theory has proven correct nor has one treatment proven 100% successful. Often a combination of therapies is used in the hopes of gaining nighttime control. Motivational therapy – Motivational therapy for the treatment of nocturnal enuresis involves reassuring the parents and the child, removing the guilt associated with bed-wetting and providing emotional support to the child. In motivational therapy, parents attempt to encourage the child to combat bed-wetting, but the child must want to achieve success. Positive reinforcement, such as praise or rewards for staying dry, can help improve self-image and resolve the condition. Punishment for “wet” nights will hamper the child’s self-esteem and compou
