How do you make a 10-year-old only child happy?

Answer 1

He's not happy?The fact that you need to ask that question is disturbing. There could be myriad reasons for his general unhappiness, not the least of which is lack of companionship and friendship with similarly aged children.

But since you didn't provide any specific possible reasons for his unhappiness, you need to see your pediatrician and ask HIM. He may be able to discuss the problem and offer specific remedies, or refer you to counselors or psychologists who can help.

AnswerWhatever you do, DO NOT try to make a 10 year old only child happy!! To a degree I'm kidding, to a degree I'm not. The question could be hinting at some important things to watch. Is the care-giver trying to "take over" the emotional life of a 10 year old? Is there any real evidence that the child needs someone to MAKE her/him happy? Is the care-giver giving up self-identity by somehow devoting life to the pleasure of a 10 year old? Is the care-giver trying to be best friends with the child?

Here's what to do. Give the child the security of a safe and ordered home. Give the kid some space to grow, and encourage opportunities to make and be with friends. Establish reasonable limits and rules, and discipline the child appropriately. Don't just hand the child whatever she/he desires, and don't give more than friends/schoolmates typically get. Let the kid try out what it's like to be responsibe for something.

Another AnswerI am an only child myself and i dont care about toys or games or stuff like that, but I like lots of company. Maybe even if you guys tried a family sport, for example, my family likes to bike. Or if you just had an afternoon out together or with some friends. But if he likes his alone time let him have some. During my free time I paint or play with my cat. If he gets a hobby its hard to remember loneliness. I dont think spoiling him will make him super happy. But it is nice to know that you live in a safe home.I really hpe this helped. ;)