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title: "Why won't my child talk to me?"
url: 'https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/toolkit/ask-dr-bettina/why-wont-my-child-talk-to-me'
markdown: 'https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/toolkit/ask-dr-bettina/why-wont-my-child-talk-to-me.md'
date: '2026-10-15'
description: 'How do I get a child who will not communicate their needs and only answers when asked a question to open up?'
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  tag:
    - 'Home Life'
    - 'Calming Techniques'
  type:
    - Video
  contributor:
    - 'Dr Bettina Hohnen'
---

# Your child won't talk to you? Here are 5 ways to help them open up

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How do I get a child who will not communicate their needs and only answers when asked a question to open up?

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