<p>Citysgirlsmom - Has your child ever been described as intense?? </p>
<p>I realize your tips make sense - but with a certain type of child they just don't work! When you don't respond, they try a new tact - maybe you don't care about me, you don't listen, etc. Honestly, I know you mean well, but having raised daughters with different temperaments, when you have one of these super intense kids, they just don't give up. So - you can try your approach, but don't be surprised if it doesn't always work.</p>
<p>D#2 is a very successful young woman. She is very bright, as was her older sister, but she is also extremely focused, persistent, and just intense. D#1 has been successful as well, but not to the degree of D#2. These traits have worked to D#2's advantage in many ways, but they can be a pain to deal with at home. I think Mary is right - they have to be nice to friends, employers, teachers, etc., and then they dump on us.</p>