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Supporting a foster child who communicates as or acts like an animal

Has anyone ever supported a child who communicated as an animal? I recognize this is a very niche experience, but I hope that this video can help give you some ideas on what to do if you experience this in your home. Sometimes when a child has experienced abuse or neglect they may communicate their needs and wants in ways that go beyond what we would expect as “age appropriate.” Sometimes kids will pretend to be an animal because: They may not know any other way to express their needs or wants They may think they are unlovable, and an animal is more loveable They may find comfort or even feel brave when taking on an animal persona They may find that they are getting the attention from adults when they act as an animal They may feel more calm when they are not “themselves” They may be neurodivergent The truth is, when we are first meeting a child, they will express their needs and wants in a variety of ways. As caregivers, it’s important that we meet them where they are at in a compassionate way, try to figure out their needs and triggers, and advocate for professional support. Please join us in the comments below to add any tips to this video that may be helpful for others! ⬇️⬇️⬇️ Looking for more? I offer 1:1 DM support (plus checklists and templates) on Patreon for as little as $1.   / fosterparenting   Find Me on Social Media: Instagram:   / foster.parenting   Tiktok:   / fosterparenting   Facebook:   / foster.parent.partner