Why my kid is afraid to interact with some guests?
Patient: sir, my daughter is 4and a half years old, when some guests comes in our house she weeps a lot, she never allow her father to talk to anyone when with her, but if someone comes whom likes like any servant or any hawker she plays with them. we are very upset Doctor: DearWelcome to HCMWe understand your concernsI went through your details. At the age period of 2 to 5, children experience something called "stranger anxiety". At this age period, children are more attracted towards people who "care". For them care is usually given by mother, father, other near family members. Second aspect is their playful attitude. Because of this second attitude they mingle easily with even stranger children. But, the case of strange adults are different. Stranger anxiety coupled with "he is not my play partner"- attitude triggers the given behavior. Don't worry. The problem will be solved within some months.If you require more of my help in this aspect, please use this URL. http://goo.gl/aYW2pR. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.Good luck. Take care.