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Special Time Named by Your Child

Let your child pick the 15-min special-time activity weekly — his decision start to finish.

15 min Beginner

Goal

Build a weekly bonding channel giving the child full authority over connection type — producing deep "I matter" feeling.

Steps

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On a fixed weekly day, dedicate 15 min called "[child's name]'s special time."

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Expected Outcome

Immediate

The child remembers these 15 min all week and counts days.

Evidence base

School: PCIT — Sheila Eyberg + RIE

Founders: Sheila Eyberg · Magda Gerber (1985)

PCIT (developed by Eyberg) begins with CDI — Child-Directed Interaction — where the child leads and parents follow. Proven 50% behavior improvement.

Frequently asked questions

How long does "Special Time Named by Your Child" take?

This exercise takes about 15 minutes, practiced with another person in a Social format.

When will I notice the effect of "Special Time Named by Your Child"?

The child remembers these 15 min all week and counts days. In the short term: Within a month, his attention-seeking elsewhere drops — he knows it's coming.

Is "Special Time Named by Your Child" evidence-based?

Yes — it draws on PCIT — Sheila Eyberg + RIE (Sheila Eyberg, Magda Gerber (1985)). PCIT (developed by Eyberg) begins with CDI — Child-Directed Interaction — where the child leads and parents follow. Proven 50% behavior improvement.

Is "Special Time Named by Your Child" suitable for beginners?

Its difficulty level is: Beginner. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.

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