My six-year old will not stand up straight. Looking for photos that show long-term effects of poor posture.?

just keep telling her but forcing her when she is stooped over is wrong try very hard and keep telling her

Standing up straight is important for everyone, but at no time is it more crucial to develop the habits of good posture than in childhood. Many adults with chronic back pain can trace the problem to years of bad posture habits or injuries in childhood. Because they are growing and more active, children may be at even more risk for injury to the back and spine. According to studies, there is a significantly high risk associated with football, trampolining and gymnastics. More than 1/3 of all high school football players sustain some type of injury. As a parent, seek professional help for children in the event of even a minor sports injury. Parents should also be aware that babies who are not strapped into an auto safety seat run the risk of injury and even death in the event of a quick stop or an accident.

Definitely, definitely don't make a big deal out of it. When I was little I had everyone saying "don't slouch, etc. etc. I HATED it and it made me feel awful. As I became an adult I noticed all my brothers, some other family members had the "slouch", which I feel is genetic.It's probably to early to tell but scoliosis may be an issue. Child may not be able to sit straight. Check with your pediatrician.

All you have to do is go into the world to see lots of bad posture in older folks - the bones are shaped from it. I recommend sports or dance classes or yoga. Physical exercise (like yoga for kids). It's almost impossible to change posture just by thinking about it. You need to be a doing an activity that helps you feel the fact that your posture is bad. Self esteem is also often involved. Sports, martial arts or dance is the best idea. Berating her will not work. I have spent the last 5 years improving my posture and this is what i have found works best.