When to Worry: 7 Signs your Child IS a Quitter

Every kid wants to give up now and then. Be concerned when bailing out becomes a pattern with your older kid. Watch for these signs which could mean something else is going on and you should dig deeper and help your child fix a bigger problem.

1. Unwilling to try a task or stick with it, fearing failure or making a mistake

2. Easily discouraged, upset or quick to anger when facing setbacks

3. Needs encouragement or the promise of a reward to complete a task

4. Relies on someone else to complete a task

5. Defensive or blames errors on others

6. Cheats, cuts corners, or makes excuses to not do the task

7. Gives up as the easy way out instead of really confronting the problem