quiz

1. Your child throws a sudden tantrum at home. What is the MOST likely hidden message?

They are trying to irritate you
They want to embarrass you
They are emotionally overwhelmed
They want a toy

2. Your child is “not listening” repeatedly. What is usually the real reason?

They are intentionally being stubborn
They need connection or clarity
They don’t respect you
They want to argue

3. A child hits or slaps when angry. What is the best C.A.L.M. response?

Shout loudly to stop them
Send them away immediately
Label the feeling & set a boundary
Give them whatever they want

4. Your child whines or cries easily. What does this behaviour often signal?

Manipulation
Sensory overload or tiredness
Lack of manners
Spoiling

5. A child keeps interrupting during your conversation. What is the behaviour telling you?

They don’t care
They need attention & reassurance
They want to control you
They are misbehaving

6. Your child avoids homework or tasks. What is the most likely reason?

They are lazy
They want to challenge you
They have anxiety or low confidence
They want to waste time

7. Your child becomes clingy. What is the underlying message?

They are spoiled
They want to irritate you
They are seeking safety & closeness
They don’t want to grow up

8. A child lies. What is the most common reason?

They have bad habits
They try to hide personality
They fear punishment
They enjoy lying

9. A child talks back rudely. What is the hidden message?

They are disrespectful
They feel unheard
They are copying others
They challenge authority

10. Your child wants more screen time & gets upset. Why?

They are addicted
They need stimulation or emotional escape
They want to dominate
They are spoiled

Calm Parenting Behaviour Decoder Quiz